Comparison

Cut the Rope vs Mega Jump Halfbrick+

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Cut the Rope

Guide a cute monster to eat candy by solving physics-based puzzles. Utilize new gadgets and superpowers to overcome challenges and collect stars. Explore a secret lab with a new scientist character.

Highlights
  • Innovative physics gameplay
  • New gadgets and superpowers
  • Collect gold stars
  • Unlock new levels
  • Adorable character
  • Outstanding graphics
Features
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NOTE: EXPERIMENTS MAY CAUSE CRAVINGS! A mysterious cardboard box lands on the Professor’s desk… and inside is Om Nom, a tiny monster with an enormous sweet tooth! Naturally, the Professor can’t resist turning this discovery into a series of candy-fueled experiments — and now you get to join the fun. Step into a bustling lab packed with physics-based puzzles. Use rockets, magnets, electricity, ropes, tension, suction cups, water mechanics, robotic arms, ant colonies, and more ingenious contraptions. Your mission sounds simple — get the candy to Om Nom — but each puzzle will test your wits in surprising ways! WHY PLAYERS CAN’T STOP PLAYING: • 200 cleverly designed physics puzzles across 8 inventive level packs • A playful toolbox of gadgets and superpowers to crack tricky challenges • Collect shiny stars, uncover hidden treasures, and unlock bonus levels • Charming animations and cutscenes that bring the Professor’s lab to life • Perfect for fans of logic puzzles, single-player challenges, and clever physics fun Think smart, experiment boldly, and keep Om Nom well-fed in this addictive puzzle adventure. Every level offers a fresh opportunity to test your logic, timing, and creativity in a lab full of delightful surprises! Cut the Rope: Experiments is free to download and play, however, some in-game items can be purchased for real money, including randomised items. For more information, please see our Terms of Use (https://www.zeptolab.com/terms) and Privacy Policy (https://www.zeptolab.com/privacy).

About

Mega Jump Halfbrick+

Embark on an exciting adventure with a charming character, leaping through vibrant worlds filled with colorful landscapes and captivating animations. Collect coins, dodge obstacles, and utilize various power-ups to enhance your journey. Unlock new characters and compete with others worldwide.

Highlights
  • Vibrant cartoon graphics
  • Explore diverse worlds
  • Power-up madness
  • Super Nova Boost
  • Unlockable characters
  • Monthly new characters
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Launch into the colourful world of Mega Jump with Redford! Enter the lively and quirky world of Mega Jump, where Redford, your cheeky and adventurous guide, is ready to take you on a journey like no other. With each leap, you'll find yourself soaring through breathtaking landscapes bursting with color, from lush forests to glittering skies, all animated with captivating sounds and stunning animations. As you help Redford navigate these vibrant realms, collecting coins and dodging obstacles, you'll discover the magic and enchantment of this exciting universe. With Redford by your side, you'll meet quirky friends and discover a universe as full of life and excitement as he is. Key Features: - Vibrant Cartoon Graphics: Stunning visuals with hand-painted backgrounds that will keep you hooked! - Explore Four Incredible Worlds: Jump through diverse and exciting landscapes! - Power-Up Madness: Turn into a Balloon, become a Coin Magnet, or zap enemies with the Power Shield! - Super Nova Boost: Experience the thrill of high-speed action with fiery power-ups! - Unlock Hilarious Characters: Play with an ever-expanding roster of fun and quirky characters! - Monthly New Characters: Fresh and limited-time characters added regularly! - Achievements and Leaderboards: Compete worldwide and show off your high scores with Game Center! Join Millions of Jumpers! With over 40 million downloads, Mega Jump has taken the world by storm! It's time for you to grab the fun and start jumping! What are you waiting for? Download Mega Jump and start your adventure today! WHAT'S HALFBRICK+ Halfbrick+ is a mobile games subscription service offering: - Exclusive access to the highest-rated games. - No ads or in-app purchases interrupting your word-crafting experience in these word games. - Brought to you by the makers of Award-winning mobile games. - Regular updates and new releases to keep your word games fresh and full of new word search puzzles. - Curated by gamers, for gamers who love word challenges and word puzzles! Start your One Month free trial and play all our games without ads, in app purchases, and fully unlocked games! Your subscription will auto-renew after 30 days, or save money with an annual membership! For any questions, please contact our support team at https://support.halfbrick.com. **************************************** View our Privacy Policy at https://www.halfbrick.com/halfbrick-plus-privacy-policy View our Terms of Service at https://www.halfbrick.com/subscription-agreement

Screenshots

Cut the Rope4 screens
Mega Jump Halfbrick+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cut the Rope at 75% against Mega Jump Halfbrick+'s 20%. Cut the Rope also leads on rating (4.3 vs 2.1) and ratings volume (836 vs 63). Mega Jump Halfbrick+'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (daily vs every 4 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Cut the Rope sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Mega Jump Halfbrick+ sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cut the Rope holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cut the Rope has 836 ratings behind it against 63, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Cut the Rope's written reviews are positive against 20% of Mega Jump Halfbrick+'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cut the Rope ships an update every 4 months, Mega Jump Halfbrick+ daily. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Cut the Rope versus Mega Jump Halfbrick+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCut the RopeMega Jump Halfbrick+
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (836 ratings) — better2.1 (63 ratings)
Positive reviews75.4% of reviews — better19.8% of reviews
Number of ratings836 — better63
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size133 MB370 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperZeptoLab UK LimitedHalfbrick

Customer experience

Cut the Rope

All ratings836 ratings
Positive81.9%
Neutral6.2%
Negative11.8%
Written reviews443 reviews
Positive75.4%
Neutral5.6%
Negative19.0%

Mega Jump Halfbrick+

All ratings61 ratings
Positive26.2%
Neutral6.6%
Negative67.2%
Written reviews96 reviews
Positive19.8%
Neutral6.3%
Negative74.0%

User reviews

Cut the Rope

From 836 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🤩 Amazing game
  • 😊 Cute and fun
  • 🧠 Challenging and engaging
  • 💕 Love Om Nom

Room to improve

  • 😩 Too many ads
  • 💰 Candy/energy system is frustrating
  • 🤬 Subscription model is too expensive

Mega Jump Halfbrick+

From 63 App Store ratings

What we love

  • ❤️ Nostalgic childhood game
  • 🎮 Fun and engaging gameplay
  • 🙌 Brings back good memories

Room to improve

  • 💰 Subscription model for an old game
  • 🙅‍♀️ Locked behind a paywall
  • 🤔 Doesn't feel like the original
  • 😞 Disappointing changes from the original

Bugs and requests

Cut the Rope

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Levels not saving progress
  • Restore purchases not working
  • Crashes and freezes on some devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • More levels and content
  • Option to remove ads permanently
  • Ability to earn more candies/energy without ads

Mega Jump Halfbrick+

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Magnet power-up not working as expected

Requested features

3 requests
  • Make the game free-to-play with optional ads
  • Offer a one-time purchase option instead of subscription
  • Bring back the original Mega Jump experience

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Cut the Rope

One-time10
  • Superpower 20$1.99
  • Candies 25$1.99
  • Big candies sack$1.99
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  • Big superpowers sack$1.99
  • Unlock all level packs + 100 FREE Candies$3.99
  • Huge candies sack$3.99
  • Huge superpowers sack$3.99
  • Jumbo candies sack$7.99
  • Candies Unlimited$14.99
  • Superpower Unlimited$24.99
7 purchases

Mega Jump Halfbrick+

Subscriptions6
  • Halfbrick+ (Early Adopter)6 Months trial$2.991 Month
  • Halfbrick+$2.991 Month
  • Halfbrick+ (Trial)1 Month trial$2.991 Month
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  • Halfbrick+ (Yearly discount)$2.991 Month
  • Halfbrick+3 variants$29.991 Year
  • Halfbrick+ (Yearly discount)1 Year trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Halfbrick+$99.99

Questions

Is Cut the Rope free?
Cut the Rope is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mega Jump Halfbrick+ free?
Mega Jump Halfbrick+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Cut the Rope or Mega Jump Halfbrick+?
Cut the Rope is rated higher. Cut the Rope averages 4.3 out of 5 from 836 ratings, while Mega Jump Halfbrick+ averages 2.1 from 63 ratings.
Do Cut the Rope or Mega Jump Halfbrick+ have ads?
Cut the Rope shows ads; Mega Jump Halfbrick+ does not.
Which is updated more often, Cut the Rope or Mega Jump Halfbrick+?
Cut the Rope ships an update every 4 months, and Mega Jump Halfbrick+ daily. Most recently, Cut the Rope was updated on October 23, 2026 and Mega Jump Halfbrick+ on October 24, 2026.

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