# Smash Hit vs Flippy Knife

Smash Hit and Flippy Knife both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 87% of Smash Hit's written reviews are positive against 73% of Flippy Knife's. Smash Hit also leads on chart position (#129 vs unranked) and ratings volume (109K vs 36K). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smash Hit sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Flippy Knife sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Smash Hit against 4.6 for Flippy Knife. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 109K and 36K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 87% of Smash Hit's written reviews are positive against 73% of Flippy Knife's.

Smash Hit ships an update every 2 months, Flippy Knife every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Smash Hit | Flippy Knife |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (109K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smash-hit/id603527166/reviews) | **[4.6 (36K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flippy-knife-throw-spin-hit/id1208359453/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **109K** | 36K |
| Positive reviews | **87.3% of reviews** | 72.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#129** | — |
| Size | 87 MB | 272 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.2** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mediocre AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/431845724) | [BERESNEV s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1501867783) |

## What reviewers say

### Smash Hit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smash-hit/id603527166)

**Currently charting:** #129 Top Free · Action (US App Store)

Embark on a surreal journey, smashing glass objects in a futuristic dimension. Experience musically synchronized gameplay with realistic destruction physics. Test your focus and timing to travel as far as possible.

**Highlights:** Surreal futuristic dimension, Musically synchronized gameplay, Realistic glass-breaking mechanics, Over 50 unique rooms, Destruction physics

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Satisfying glass-breaking sound effects
- 🎨 Gorgeous graphics and visuals
- 💤 Calming and relaxing experience
- 🕹️ Simple yet challenging gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs
- 🔒 Premium required to continue from checkpoints
- 🕹️ Difficulty can be frustrating at times
- 🎨 Repetitive level design

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes or crashes unexpectedly
- Progress not saving properly
- Inconsistent hit detection

**Requested features**

- More levels and game modes
- Ability to continue from checkpoints without premium
- Customizable controls and settings


### Flippy Knife

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flippy-knife-throw-spin-hit/id1208359453)

Master the art of knife flipping and throwing in this addictive 3D game. Perform combos, hit targets across diverse locations, and collect a vast arsenal of blades. It's a thrilling challenge for those who enjoy precision and risk-taking.

**Highlights:** Physics-based realistic knives, Over 120 unique blades, 7 different game modes, Awesome graphics, Award badges, Unique game mechanics

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PROFESSIONAL CLUB MEMBERSHIP | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Membership (1 week) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Fantasy Sword | $0.99 | one-time |
| 6 Simple Knives | $0.99 | one-time |
| 11 Knife Makers' Blades | $0.99 | one-time |
| 2 Cold & 2 Hot Swords | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bad Laser | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack of Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 12 Gift knives | $0.99 | one-time |
| BOOM! missiles | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove ADS | $3.99 | one-time |
| Self aiming knife | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🔍 Wide variety of knives with unique characteristics
- 🎨 Great visuals and animations
- 💰 Reasonable monetization model

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📺 Excessive ads and ad-related issues
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches affecting gameplay
- 🔁 Repetitive and lacking in long-term content
- 🔒 Difficulty restoring progress after reinstall

**Reported bugs**

- Ads getting stuck or not loading properly
- Invisible walls and other physics-related issues
- Account data not syncing or being lost after reinstall
- Gameplay freezes or crashes on certain devices

**Requested features**

- Online multiplayer mode
- Customization options for knives and backgrounds
- Checkpoint system in Climb mode
- Improved feedback on achievements and progress


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Smash Hit free?

Smash Hit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Flippy Knife free?

Flippy Knife is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Smash Hit or Flippy Knife?

Flippy Knife is rated higher. Smash Hit averages 4.6 out of 5 from 109K ratings, while Flippy Knife averages 4.6 from 36K ratings.

### Do Smash Hit or Flippy Knife have ads?

Both Smash Hit and Flippy Knife show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Smash Hit or Flippy Knife?

Smash Hit ships an update every 2 months, and Flippy Knife every 5 weeks. Most recently, Smash Hit was updated on November 1, 2026 and Flippy Knife on November 1, 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.*