# Iron Force vs GunboundM

The clearest difference is update cadence: GunboundM at every 6 days against Iron Force's every 3 weeks. GunboundM also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 52%). Iron Force's advantage is chart position (#179 vs unranked) and ratings volume (12K vs 1.8K). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Iron Force sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and GunboundM sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Iron Force against 4.4 for GunboundM. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Iron Force has 12K ratings behind it against 1.8K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 52% of Iron Force's written reviews are positive against 67% of GunboundM's.

Iron Force ships an update every 3 weeks, GunboundM every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Iron Force | GunboundM |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iron-force/id606190854/reviews) | **[4.4 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gunboundm/id1221174690/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 1.8K |
| Positive reviews | 52.3% of reviews | **66.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#179** | — |
| Size | 526 MB | 400 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [CoolFishGames](https://appshunter.io/developer/1537377024) | [DargomStudio Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1221174689) |

## What reviewers say

### Iron Force

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iron-force/id606190854)

**Currently charting:** #179 Top Grossing · Action (US App Store)

Engage in explosive online multiplayer tank battles with millions of players worldwide. Join or create legions, customize your tank with deep upgrade systems, and compete in various game modes and events across stunning battlefields.

**Highlights:** Online multiplayer tank battles, Join or create legions, Deep tank customization and upgrades, Three game modes: Free-for-All, Team, Finders Keepers, Compete in events and tournaments, Stunning battlefields

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mini Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| FEW DIAMONDS | $1.99 | one-time |
| CHANGE NAME AND FLAG | $2.99 | one-time |
| PILE OF DIAMONDS | $4.99 | one-time |
| 30 Days ELITE | $5.99 | one-time |
| BAG OF DIAMONDS | $9.99 | one-time |
| STACK OF ARMS TOKENS | $9.99 | one-time |
| CHEST OF DIAMONDS | $19.99 | one-time |
| SAFE OF DIAMONDS | $49.99 | one-time |
| PILE OF ARMS TOKENS | $99.99 | one-time |
| DIAMOND MINE | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and addictive gameplay
- 👍 Enjoyable tank combat
- 💡 Customization options for tanks

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent server issues and disconnections
- 🔒 Concerns about cheating and hacking
- 💰 Game is heavily pay-to-win
- 🤯 Unbalanced matchmaking and overpowered tanks
- 🕰️ Slow progression and high upgrade costs

**Reported bugs**

- Shots not registering properly
- Tanks teleporting or behaving erratically
- Rewards and progress being lost due to disconnections

**Requested features**

- Improved server stability and reliability
- Stricter anti-cheat measures
- More balanced matchmaking and progression system
- Reduced costs for tank upgrades and customization


### GunboundM

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gunboundm/id1221174690)

Engage in turn-based online PvP battles with customizable tanks and diverse weaponry. Collect unique avatar riders, each with special skills, to strategize your way to victory in seasonal competitions.

**Highlights:** Turn-based online PvP battles, Customizable tanks and weapons, Team-based strategic combat, Seasonal competitions and rewards, Avatar rider collection with skills

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 30 Gems | $2.49 | one-time |
| Start Package | $2.49 | one-time |
| VIP one week ticket | $2.49 | one-time |
| 50 Gems | $4.49 | one-time |
| Basic Mobile Extension | $4.49 | one-time |
| 100 Gems | $8.99 | one-time |
| Thema Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| Mung Knights Set | $21.99 | one-time |
| 330 Gems | $25.99 | one-time |
| 600 Gems | $43.99 | one-time |
| 1,300 Gems | $89.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Sick game
- 🚀 Addictive and fun
- 🚀 Nostalgic and brings back memories
- 🚀 Great mobile adaptation of the PC game
- 🚀 Smooth gameplay and mechanics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and connection issues
- 🔒 Pay-to-win mechanics
- 🔒 Unfair matchmaking and skill levels
- 🔒 Lack of customization options
- 🔒 Repetitive and grindy

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes during matches
- Freezing and lag issues
- Matchmaking problems and unbalanced opponents
- Inability to rejoin matches after disconnects

**Requested features**

- Add 3v3 or 4v4 team modes
- Implement a friends list and ability to play with friends
- Bring back classic gameplay elements like the power bar
- Improve the in-game chat and communication features
- Expand the avatar and mobile customization options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Iron Force free?

Iron Force is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is GunboundM free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Iron Force or GunboundM?

GunboundM is rated higher. Iron Force averages 4.3 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while GunboundM averages 4.4 from 1.8K ratings.

### Do Iron Force or GunboundM have ads?

Both Iron Force and GunboundM show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Iron Force or GunboundM?

Iron Force ships an update every 3 weeks, and GunboundM every 6 days. Most recently, Iron Force was updated on September 26, 2026 and GunboundM on September 23, 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.*