# REFLEC BEAT + vs TECHMANIA

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TECHMANIA at none against REFLEC BEAT +'s 10. TECHMANIA also leads on rating (4.0 vs 3.6). REFLEC BEAT +'s advantage is chart position (#207 vs unranked) and ratings volume (39 vs 6). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. REFLEC BEAT + sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. TECHMANIA asks for nothing beyond the download.

TECHMANIA holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: REFLEC BEAT + has 39 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of REFLEC BEAT +'s written reviews are positive against 67% of TECHMANIA's.

REFLEC BEAT + ships an update every 4 months, TECHMANIA every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and August 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | REFLEC BEAT + | TECHMANIA |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (39 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reflec-beat-plus/id514257654/reviews) | **[4.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/techmania/id1581524513/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **39** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 65.3% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 months** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#207** | — |
| Size | 69 MB | 499 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [KONAMI](https://appshunter.io/developer/299580230) | [Yu Hsiang Cheng](https://appshunter.io/developer/1581524515) |

## What reviewers say

### REFLEC BEAT +

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reflec-beat-plus/id514257654)

**Currently charting:** #207 Top Free · Music (US App Store)

Engage in a dynamic rhythm game where precise taps on moving objects synchronize with music to achieve high scores. Compete against opponents to win by having the highest score when the song concludes. New music packs will be added through updates.

**Highlights:** Tap moving objects in time with music, Score-based competitive gameplay, Precise timing for higher points, Unlockable song packs, Cross-device compatibility with same account

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| KONAMI MUSIC PACK 01 | $3.99 | one-time |
| KONAMI MUSIC PACK 02 | $3.99 | one-time |
| KONAMI MUSIC PACK 03 | $3.99 | one-time |
| KONAMI MUSIC PACK 04 | $3.99 | one-time |
| KONAMI MUSIC PACK 05 | $3.99 | one-time |
| KONAMI MUSIC PACK 07 | $3.99 | one-time |
| KONAMI MUSIC PACK 08 | $3.99 | one-time |
| KONAMI MUSIC PACK 09 | $3.99 | one-time |
| KONAMI MUSIC PACK 10 | $3.99 | one-time |
| KONAMI MUSIC PACK 14 | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Addictive and fun gameplay mechanics
- 🎵 Great song selection with quality music
- 🎯 Challenging difficulty levels for skill progression
- 👥 Local multiplayer feature on single device
- 🎨 Unique rhythm game concept compared to competitors

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Limited free songs (only 3 available)
- 💳 Expensive song pack pricing ($3.99-$4.99)
- 🛒 Shop removed in recent updates, losing purchased content
- 🌐 Server connection errors preventing gameplay
- 📦 Song packs sold in bundles with unwanted songs

**Reported bugs**

- Mandatory update fails to download with network error
- App crashes when selecting songs on certain devices
- Connection errors on iPad while working on iPhone
- Hitbox glitches with chain notes and rapid sequences
- Purchased songs disappearing after updates

**Requested features**

- More free songs or unlockable songs through gameplay
- Individual song purchases instead of pack bundles
- Online multiplayer functionality
- Lower song pack prices
- More frequent content updates and new song packs


### TECHMANIA

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/techmania/id1581524513)

An open-source rhythm game where players interact with music by tapping notes in time. Users can download custom tracks and skins from the official website to personalize their gameplay experience. Safety features like Guided Access are recommended for uninterrupted play.

**Highlights:** Open source rhythm gameplay, Downloadable custom tracks, Customizable skins, Guided Access integration, Touchscreen safety advice

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is REFLEC BEAT + free?

REFLEC BEAT + is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TECHMANIA free?

TECHMANIA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, REFLEC BEAT + or TECHMANIA?

TECHMANIA is rated higher. REFLEC BEAT + averages 3.6 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while TECHMANIA averages 4.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do REFLEC BEAT + or TECHMANIA have ads?

Neither REFLEC BEAT + nor TECHMANIA shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, REFLEC BEAT + or TECHMANIA?

REFLEC BEAT + ships an update every 4 months, and TECHMANIA every 5 months. Most recently, REFLEC BEAT + was updated on September 22, 2026 and TECHMANIA on August 28, 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.*