# Pacific Fleet vs Crash Dive 2

The clearest difference is rating: Crash Dive 2 at 4.7 against Pacific Fleet's 3.8. Crash Dive 2 also leads on review sentiment (93% vs 64%). Pacific Fleet's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and price ($5.99 vs $9.99). On ratings volume, update cadence, ads and chart position there is nothing between them.

Pacific Fleet costs $5.99 and Crash Dive 2 $9.99 up front. Crash Dive 2 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Pacific Fleet asks for nothing beyond the download.

Crash Dive 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 829 and 325 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Pacific Fleet's written reviews are positive against 93% of Crash Dive 2's.

Pacific Fleet ships an update every 3 weeks, Crash Dive 2 monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pacific Fleet | Crash Dive 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$5.99** | $9.99 |
| Rating | [3.8 (829 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pacific-fleet/id556382158/reviews) | **[4.7 (325 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crash-dive-2/id1530100306/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **829** | 325 |
| Positive reviews | 63.9% of reviews | **93.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | #200 | **#138** |
| Size | 109 MB | 352 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Killerfish Games Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/556382161) | [Panic Ensues Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/884516169) |

## What reviewers say

### Pacific Fleet

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pacific-fleet/id556382158)

**Currently charting:** #200 Top Paid · Action (US App Store)

Engage in turn-based naval warfare set during World War II. Experience detailed simulation with strategic planning and tactical decisions, featuring historically accurate ships and aircraft. Sink enemies with realistic physics and target specific subsystems.

**Highlights:** Turn-based naval warfare simulation, Historically based ships and aircraft, Deep strategic planning, Quick tactical decisions, Realistic buoyancy physics, Target specific ship subsystems, Single Battle and Multiplayer Hotseat modes

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent graphics and attention to detail
- 🎮 Engaging and realistic gameplay
- 💰 Good value for money with no in-app purchases

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches, especially on newer devices
- 🤔 Confusing or unintuitive controls for certain features
- 🤯 Frustrating island bombardment missions

**Reported bugs**

- Incompatibility with newer iPhones due to home bar
- Unreliable torpedo and aiming mechanics
- Inconsistent enemy behavior and difficulty

**Requested features**

- More ship variety and customization options
- Expanded campaigns and mission types
- Multiplayer mode
- Improved AI and enemy tactics


### Crash Dive 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crash-dive-2/id1530100306)

**Currently charting:** #138 Top Paid · Strategy, #170 Top Paid · Simulation (US App Store)

Command a Gato-class submarine in the South Pacific, hunting enemy convoys and engaging in naval combat. Utilize stealth or direct offense, manage your crew, and upgrade your vessel through a lengthy campaign or random missions. Features dynamic weather and day/night cycles.

**Highlights:** Submarine simulation with arcade action, Stealth and offensive combat options, Day/night cycle and weather effects, Crew management and damage control, Submarine upgrade tech tree, Campaign mode and random missions, Modding editor

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Aleutian Islands Expansion | $4.99 | one-time |
| East Indies Expansion | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Great game mechanics
- 🔍 Detailed simulation
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🎨 Excellent graphics
- 🕹️ Customizable difficulty levels

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or glitches
- 🔢 Limited campaign or mission variety
- 🔍 Lack of external camera view
- 🔢 Unrealistic enemy behavior (e.g. torpedoes, depth charges)

**Reported bugs**

- Targeting reticle not appearing
- Rudder commands causing uncontrolled circling
- Game locking up unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- Add German U-boat campaign
- Implement more historical accuracy
- Introduce submarine tenders and friendly ports
- Provide crew management and customization options
- Add time acceleration feature


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pacific Fleet free?

Pacific Fleet costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Crash Dive 2 free?

Crash Dive 2 costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Pacific Fleet or Crash Dive 2?

Crash Dive 2 is rated higher. Pacific Fleet averages 3.8 out of 5 from 829 ratings, while Crash Dive 2 averages 4.7 from 325 ratings.

### Do Pacific Fleet or Crash Dive 2 have ads?

Neither Pacific Fleet nor Crash Dive 2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pacific Fleet or Crash Dive 2?

Pacific Fleet ships an update every 3 weeks, and Crash Dive 2 monthly. Most recently, Pacific Fleet was updated on November 6, 2026 and Crash Dive 2 on November 7, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Pacific Fleet or Crash Dive 2?

Pacific Fleet currently peaks at #200 in the App Store charts, and Crash Dive 2 at #138. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*
