# the Sheep vs Snail Bob 2

The clearest difference is rating: Snail Bob 2 at 4.6 against the Sheep's 3.4. Snail Bob 2 also leads on ratings volume (13K vs 20) and device support (4 vs 2). the Sheep's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 7 months). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. the Sheep sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Snail Bob 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Snail Bob 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Snail Bob 2 has 13K ratings behind it against 20, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 72% and 72% positive.

the Sheep ships an update monthly, Snail Bob 2 every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | the Sheep | Snail Bob 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-sheep/id449945376/reviews) | **[4.6 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snail-bob-2-platform-games-2d/id1085698206/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 20 | **13K** |
| Positive reviews | 71.9% of reviews | **72.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 41 MB | 289 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [Ivan Starchenkov](https://appshunter.io/developer/328195084) | [HC GLOBAL DISTRIBUTION LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/482544510) |

## What reviewers say

### the Sheep

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-sheep/id449945376)

Embark on incredible adventures with three unique sheep, each possessing distinct abilities. Solve puzzles by strategically combining their skills to navigate narrow passages, jump great distances, and move heavy objects. Explore beautifully crafted new locations in this exciting game for all ages.

**Highlights:** Three unique sheep characters, Combine sheep abilities for puzzles, Navigate narrow spaces, Jump higher and farther, Move heavy objects, Handcrafted locations, Restore purchased features

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Immediate access to all levels | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bag of carrots | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hint | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Box of carrots | $2.99 | one-time |
| Premium | $4.99 | one-time |
| Truck full of carrots | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🐑 Cute and fun game
- 👍 Challenging and addictive
- 🤔 Requires strategic thinking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Excessive ads and in-app purchases for hints
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches in some levels
- 🤯 Levels can be too difficult without hints

**Reported bugs**

- Sheep getting stuck in certain areas
- Game crashing or closing unexpectedly
- Progress and purchases not saving properly

**Requested features**

- More levels and content updates
- Ability to skip difficult levels
- Improved controls and responsiveness


### Snail Bob 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snail-bob-2-platform-games-2d/id1085698206)

Guide a snail through challenging levels by activating various mechanisms. This physics puzzle game offers a fun and brain-teasing experience for all ages, featuring numerous levels and customization options.

**Highlights:** Physics-based puzzle gameplay, 120 levels across 4 worlds, Customize Bob with outfits, Find hidden stars and jigsaw pieces, Suitable for all ages and families

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bario Outfit | $0.99 | one-time |
| Batsnail Outfit | $0.99 | one-time |
| Droid Outfit | $0.99 | one-time |
| House Outfit | $0.99 | one-time |
| King Outfit | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pixel Outfit | $0.99 | one-time |
| Snowman Outfit | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Chapters | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium | $2.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Outfits | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 🐌 Cute and creative main character
- 🧩 Enjoyable puzzle-solving challenges
- 🎨 Variety of levels and stories
- 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for kids and families

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Difficulty finding hidden stars/puzzle pieces
- 🕰️ Levels can be too challenging at times
- 💸 Excessive ads, even in paid version
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 🚫 Incompatibility issues on some devices

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on level 15 of Fantasy story
- Spinner feature not working as intended
- Purchased premium features not unlocking
- Progress not saving after device reset

**Requested features**

- More levels and chapters
- Ability to save/restore progress
- Option to disable ads in paid version
- Difficulty settings or level selection
- Multiplayer or co-op mode


## Frequently asked questions

### Is the Sheep free?

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

### Is Snail Bob 2 free?

Snail Bob 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, the Sheep or Snail Bob 2?

Snail Bob 2 is rated higher. the Sheep averages 3.4 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while Snail Bob 2 averages 4.6 from 13K ratings.

### Do the Sheep or Snail Bob 2 have ads?

Snail Bob 2 shows ads; the Sheep does not.

### Which is updated more often, the Sheep or Snail Bob 2?

the Sheep ships an update monthly, and Snail Bob 2 every 7 months. Most recently, the Sheep was updated on November 1, 2026 and Snail Bob 2 on November 4, 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.*