# The Ultimate Buzzer vs Fun Pal Party

The clearest difference is rating: Fun Pal Party at 5.0 against The Ultimate Buzzer's 4.4. Fun Pal Party also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). The Ultimate Buzzer's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (15K vs 1). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. The Ultimate Buzzer sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Fun Pal Party sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Fun Pal Party holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Ultimate Buzzer has 15K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

The Ultimate Buzzer ships an update every 2 weeks, Fun Pal Party monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | The Ultimate Buzzer | Fun Pal Party |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-ultimate-buzzer/id459677810/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fun-pal-party/id6744710758/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **15K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 32.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 140 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Makens Apps, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/455525622) | [Eh Studio Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1800051884) |

## What reviewers say

### The Ultimate Buzzer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-ultimate-buzzer/id459677810)

This app provides a collection of sound effects for various occasions, from game nights and parties to pranks and classroom use. It offers multiple modes for playing sounds, including a multi-sound grid, a large single button, and a dual-button option for head-to-head play. It also features a game show mode for up to 8 players and a kid-friendly mode with G-rated ads.

**Highlights:** Over 75 sound effects, Multi-sound grid and big button modes, Game show hosting for up to 8 players, Kids Mode with G-rated ads, Apple TV support, Custom sound recording (Pro)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support, SharePlay, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buzzer Pro | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pro - Family | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Awesome sounds
- 😆 Fun for games and pranks
- 👍 Great for kids

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤬 Overwhelmed by ads
- 🙄 Ads interrupt usage
- 😒 Ads make app unusable
- 🤔 Inconsistent sound quality

**Reported bugs**

- Buzzer doesn't work consistently
- Difficulty navigating back to main screen

**Requested features**

- More sound options
- Volume control
- Ability to save/load favorite sounds


### Fun Pal Party

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fun-pal-party/id6744710758)

This app offers a variety of family-friendly games designed to bring laughter and connection to any gathering. It features two distinct modes, 'Family Mode' and 'Party Mode,' with engaging challenges and a points-based competition system. Enjoy a safe and inclusive entertainment experience for all ages.

**Highlights:** Four exciting group games (Truth or Dare, Never Have I Ever, Card Game, Dice Games), Two distinct modes: Family Mode and Party Mode, Built-in points-based competition, Safe and inclusive content for all ages, Switchable modes for flexible gameplay, No alcohol or adult themes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Pro Annual | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The Ultimate Buzzer free?

The Ultimate Buzzer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Fun Pal Party free?

Fun Pal Party is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, The Ultimate Buzzer or Fun Pal Party?

Fun Pal Party is rated higher. The Ultimate Buzzer averages 4.4 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while Fun Pal Party averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do The Ultimate Buzzer or Fun Pal Party have ads?

The Ultimate Buzzer shows ads; Fun Pal Party does not.

### Which is updated more often, The Ultimate Buzzer or Fun Pal Party?

The Ultimate Buzzer ships an update every 2 weeks, and Fun Pal Party monthly. Most recently, The Ultimate Buzzer was updated on November 12, 2026 and Fun Pal Party on October 30, 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.*