# Deadlock vs Smash Hit

The clearest difference is ads: Deadlock at none against Smash Hit's shown. Deadlock also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (4.1 vs 15.6). Smash Hit's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (109K vs 4K). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Deadlock sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Smash Hit sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Smash Hit holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smash Hit has 109K ratings behind it against 4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Deadlock's written reviews are positive against 87% of Smash Hit's.

Deadlock ships an update monthly, Smash Hit every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Deadlock | Smash Hit |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deadlock-online/id439931031/reviews) | **[4.6 (109K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smash-hit/id603527166/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4K | **109K** |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | **87.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#113** |
| Size | 77 MB | 87 MB |
| Requires iOS | **4.1** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Crescent Moon Games LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/370521012) | [Mediocre AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/431845724) |

## What reviewers say

### Deadlock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deadlock-online/id439931031)

Engage in intense 3D online multiplayer battles as a dualstick shooter. Compete in daily and weekly tournaments to earn unlock points and customize your arsenal with over 30 weapons and armor pieces. Practice offline in survival or bot matches before joining global arenas.

**Highlights:** 3D online multiplayer action, Daily and weekly tournaments, Over 30 weapons and armor, Offline practice modes, Multiple gameplay modes, Ranked progression system, Game Center integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 4 Unlock Points | $0.99 | one-time |
| 16 Unlock Points | $2.99 | one-time |
| 40 Unlock Points | $4.99 | one-time |
| 120 Unlock Points | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great game
- 👍 Fun and addictive
- 🔥 Awesome gameplay
- 💯 Best shooter on iOS
- 🎮 Unique controls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 🔌 Connection issues
- ⏱️ Slow matchmaking
- 🤖 Unbalanced matchmaking
- 💰 Difficult to earn unlock points

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to log in
- Losing connection during matches
- Unlock points not registering properly
- Crashes on loading screens
- Laggy performance

**Requested features**

- More maps and game modes
- Easier way to earn unlock points
- Offline progression
- First-person mode
- Ability to kick players from matches


### Smash Hit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smash-hit/id603527166)

**Currently charting:** #113 Top Free · Action (US App Store)

Embark on a surreal journey, smashing glass objects in a futuristic dimension. Experience musically synchronized gameplay with realistic destruction physics. Test your focus and timing to travel as far as possible.

**Highlights:** Surreal futuristic dimension, Musically synchronized gameplay, Realistic glass-breaking mechanics, Over 50 unique rooms, Destruction physics

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Satisfying glass-breaking sound effects
- 🎨 Gorgeous graphics and visuals
- 💤 Calming and relaxing experience
- 🕹️ Simple yet challenging gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs
- 🔒 Premium required to continue from checkpoints
- 🕹️ Difficulty can be frustrating at times
- 🎨 Repetitive level design

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes or crashes unexpectedly
- Progress not saving properly
- Inconsistent hit detection

**Requested features**

- More levels and game modes
- Ability to continue from checkpoints without premium
- Customizable controls and settings


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Deadlock free?

Deadlock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Smash Hit free?

Smash Hit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Deadlock or Smash Hit?

Smash Hit is rated higher. Deadlock averages 4.3 out of 5 from 4K ratings, while Smash Hit averages 4.6 from 109K ratings.

### Do Deadlock or Smash Hit have ads?

Smash Hit shows ads; Deadlock does not.

### Which is updated more often, Deadlock or Smash Hit?

Deadlock ships an update monthly, and Smash Hit every 2 months. Most recently, Deadlock was updated on October 25, 2026 and Smash Hit on October 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*