Comparison

Hearthstone vs MARVEL SNAP

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

Head to head
About

Hearthstone

Engage in a strategic card battle game where you collect powerful cards, build custom decks, and outwit opponents. Explore various game modes, from competitive PvP to solo adventures, all within the iconic Warcraft universe.

Highlights
  • Collectible battle cards
  • Deck building and customization
  • Strategic card battles
  • Multiple game modes (Standard, Wild, Battlegrounds)
  • PvP and PvE challenges
  • Warcraft universe integration
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Battle as legendary Warcraft heroes in Hearthstone®, Blizzard Entertainment's award-winning free-to-play* strategy card game. Build powerful decks, collect iconic cards, discover game-changing combos, and outsmart opponents in epic card battles! ONE GAME. COUNTLESS WAYS TO PLAY. Whether you're new to collectible card games (CCG) or a seasoned strategist, Hearthstone offers an experience for every kind of player. Challenge friends, test your skills against opponents from around the world, or enjoy solo adventures at your own pace. Every match is packed with opportunities to learn, experiment, and sharpen your skills. Develop strategies that fit your playstyle, craft Legendary cards, and discover new possibilities as your collection grows. Easy to learn and rewarding to master, Hearthstone offers fresh challenges with every game. Play online across mobile and PC with your Hearthstone collection and progress synced between devices. Whether you have a few minutes for a quick match or you're ready to climb the competitive ladder, your next match is always within reach. Collect. Build. Play. CLIMB TO LEGEND • Battle players from around the world in strategic online PvP duels. • Build winning decks, evolve your strategy, and climb all the way to Legend. • Earn seasonal rewards and prove your mastery every month. HONE YOUR CRAFT • Take on solo adventures, complete quests, and discover new mechanics at your own pace. • Draft a unique deck in Arena from a changing selection of cards, then test your strategy against other players. • Returning player? Wild mode lets you play with all your cards! OUTSMART RIVALS • Recruit powerful minions, build your warband, and compete against seven other players in Hearthstone's signature Battlegrounds auto-battler mode. • Adapt every turn, discover powerful synergies, and be the last player standing. • No two matches play the same. EMBRACE THE CHAOS • Jump into Tavern Brawl, where unique rules, unexpected twists, and special rewards keep every Brawl fresh. CHOOSE YOUR HERO • Battle as legendary Warcraft heroes across 11 distinct classes. • Each class features its own Hero Power, signature mechanics, and unique strategies. • Whether you prefer aggressive attacks, careful planning, or clever combos, there's a class for you. Complete quests, earn rewards, and discover new cards with every expansion. Regular balance updates, seasonal events, major expansions, and limited-time experiences keep Hearthstone fresh for newcomers and veterans alike. Experience the magic, mischief, and mayhem in this epic fantasy CCG. Battle friends, challenge online opponents, and join millions of players around the hearth. Play Hearthstone today! *In-game purchases are optional. ©/TM/® 2026 Blizzard Entertainment, Inc

About

MARVEL SNAP

Build a deck of Marvel heroes and villains to outsmart opponents in fast-paced, 3-minute card battles. Utilize a unique "SNAP" mechanic to double stakes and rewards. Collect hundreds of character variants and explore diverse locations across the multiverse.

Highlights
  • 3-minute card games
  • Unique "SNAP" mechanic
  • Deck building and card collection
  • Cross-platform play
  • Weekly updates with new content
  • Diverse Marvel locations
Features
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Welcome to MARVEL SNAP, the Mobile Game of the Year Award Winner, loved by millions of players worldwide. Build your deck and harness the power of different abilities from MARVEL Super Heroes or Villains, and outsmart your opponent in 3 minutes or less with a winning strategy. This fast-paced CCG has weekly updates and cross-platform play, making the card game easy to pick up but hard to put down, whether you play on PC or mobile. The innovative "SNAP" is a unique mechanic in the game that lets you raise the stakes during a match and apply pressure on your opponent. If you think you have a winning hand, use the 'SNAP' mechanic to double down and potentially double your rewards. Quickly become the master of the multiverse when you download the fast–paced MARVEL SNAP card game! MARVEL SNAP APP FEATURES: PLAY 3-MINUTE GAMES & WIN IN MARVEL SNAP - Every game lasts 3 minutes. We cut the fluff to focus on quick games and pure strategy! - Each player begins with a FREE starter deck that helps you get started on your journey. There are no energy barriers, no ads, and no limits to your play! - Play card games at your own pace, unlock your favorite MARVEL characters, and discover hundreds of new ones as you earn new cards. - “SNAP” mechanic strategy - Apply pressure to your opponents using this innovative feature, and potentially double your rewards. MARVEL CCG WITH VARIETY - This MARVEL-themed card game is designed so that every match feels different. - Play with cards at 50+ different locations from across the MARVEL Universe, each with iconic game-changing abilities. - From Asgard to Wakanda, new locations are introduced regularly to put your creative problem-solving skills to the test. - Weekly updates: Access new cards, new locations, new cosmetics, new season passes, new ranked seasons, new challenges, new missions, and new events regularly. CROSS-PLATFORM PLAY - Available on both mobile AND Desktop PC. - Play anywhere, at any time, when you register your account. - Your progress stays with you across different platforms. BUILD YOUR DECK & COLLECT CARDS - Each card in your deck is a unique character from the MARVEL Multiverse. - Collect, mix, and match hundreds of MARVEL hero and villain art variants from the entire MARVEL Universe—and beyond. You might have a classic comic-inspired Iron Man card, but do you also have the Chibi, 8-bit, and Cartoon variants? I AM GROOT I am Groot. I AM Groot. I am GROOT. I am Groot? I am Groot. I AM GROOT! I am GROOT. I am Groot? DAILY, WEEKLY, & MONTHLY UPDATES MARVEL SNAP stays fresh and exciting with new cards, new locations, new cosmetics, new season passes, new ranked seasons, new challenges, new missions, and new events regularly. You don't have to wait months for updates! What are you waiting for? This strategy CCG game only takes a few minutes to learn and 3-minutes to play. Earn the most power in your location and use a winning strategy to dominate the battle. Download today to see why MARVEL SNAP has won multiple 'Mobile Game of the Year' awards!

Screenshots

Hearthstone4 screens
MARVEL SNAP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MARVEL SNAP at 4.7 against Hearthstone's 4.1. On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Hearthstone sells 21 one-off in-app purchases and MARVEL SNAP sells 36 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MARVEL SNAP holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 122K and 135K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of Hearthstone's written reviews are positive against 43% of MARVEL SNAP's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hearthstone ships an update fortnightly, MARVEL SNAP every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 10 level
Hearthstone versus MARVEL SNAP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHearthstoneMARVEL SNAP
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (122K ratings)4.7 (135K ratings) — better
Positive reviews35.9% of reviews42.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings122K135K — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#47#39 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size855 MB340 MB
Age rating12+9+
DeveloperBlizzard Entertainment, Inc.Second Dinner Studios Inc.

Customer experience

Hearthstone

All ratings121,573 ratings
Positive78.5%
Neutral3.3%
Negative18.2%
Written reviews4,725 reviews
Positive35.9%
Neutral9.1%
Negative54.9%

MARVEL SNAP

All ratings134,989 ratings
Positive92.8%
Neutral1.8%
Negative5.4%
Written reviews4,054 reviews
Positive42.8%
Neutral9.7%
Negative47.5%

User reviews

Hearthstone

From 122K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Smooth gameplay
  • 🎨 Stunning visuals and animations
  • 🕹️ Engaging strategic gameplay
  • 🎁 Generous free-to-play model
  • 🕰️ Endless replayability

Room to improve

  • 💰 Expensive to stay competitive
  • 🔁 Repetitive meta decks
  • 🎲 Excessive RNG elements
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🕰️ Slow progression for free players

MARVEL SNAP

From 135K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast-paced gameplay
  • 🎨 Fantastic art and animations
  • 💰 Generous free-to-play model
  • 🤖 Unique strategic depth
  • 🕹️ Addictive and fun

Room to improve

  • 🔀 Frustrating RNG elements
  • 🔒 Predatory monetization
  • 🕰️ Slow card acquisition
  • 🤖 Matchmaking issues
  • 🐛 Bugs and technical problems

Bugs and requests

Hearthstone

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes during gameplay
  • Connectivity issues after updates
  • Reward system not working as intended
  • Unresponsive UI on certain devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved matchmaking system
  • More cooperative game modes
  • Ability to trade or disenchant unwanted cards
  • Reduced cost of new expansions
  • Faster gold/dust earning for free players

MARVEL SNAP

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent crashes and connection issues
  • Deck editing and card upgrade bugs
  • Inconsistent card effects and interactions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to play against friends
  • More game modes beyond ranked
  • Improved card collection progression
  • Better balance and fewer overpowered cards

In-app purchases

21 purchases

Hearthstone

One-time21
  • Arena Admission$1.99
  • Bundle of 2 Classic Packs$2.99
  • Welcome Bundle$4.99
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  • Welcome Bundle of 10 Classic Packs + Classic Legendary Card$4.99
  • 500 Runestones$4.99
  • Hero Skin2 variants$6.99
  • Bundle of 7 Grand Tournament Packs$9.99
  • Bundle of 7 Classic Packs$9.99
  • Bundle of 7 "Whispers of the Old Gods" Packs$9.99
  • Hero Skin Bundle$9.99
  • Packs Bundle$14.99
  • BG Season Pass$14.99
  • Tavern Pass5 variants$19.99
  • BG Season Pass5 variants$19.99
  • Bundle of 15 Classic Packs$19.99
  • Bundle: All 4 League of Explorers Wings$19.99
  • Packs Bundle$24.99
  • Packs Bundle$39.99
  • Bundle of 40 Classic Packs$49.99
  • Packs Bundle2 variants$59.99
  • Hero Skin Bundle2 variants$89.99
36 purchases

MARVEL SNAP

One-time36
  • BundleNovember2023Mystery4$1.99
  • Welcome Bundle$2.99
  • Step Up Bundle 13 variants$2.99
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  • Gold 300$4.99
  • Gold Pass$4.99
  • Bundle0499$4.99
  • Step Up Bundle 110 variants$4.99
  • My Own Worst Venom-y$4.99
  • BundleNovember2023PeachWidow$9.99
  • BundleDecemberNaughty$9.99
  • BundleJanuary2024Bubblegum$9.99
  • BundleMarch2024Mystery3$9.99
  • Special Offer 1$9.99
  • BundleApril2024Mystery1$9.99
  • Gold 700$9.99
  • Seasonal Pass$9.99
  • Bundle0999$9.99
  • Second SNAP Anniversary$9.99
  • Scary Monsters& Nice Symbiotes$9.99
  • Step Up Bundle 1$9.99
  • Premium Mystery Pack2 variants$9.99
  • BundleApril2024Sinister$14.99
  • Seasonal Pass Plus$14.99
  • Caught Red-Handed$14.99
  • Surf's Up!$14.99
  • World Wide Web$14.99
  • Enchanted Errands$14.99
  • Quantum Dadynamics$14.99
  • Festival of Lights$19.99
  • BundleNovember2023Thanksgiving$19.99
  • BundleDecember2023Mystery3$19.99
  • Gold 1450$19.99
  • Seasonal Pass Super$19.99
  • See You Space Cowboy$19.99
  • Gold 3850$49.99
  • Gold 8000$99.99

Questions

Is Hearthstone free?
Hearthstone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MARVEL SNAP free?
MARVEL SNAP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Hearthstone or MARVEL SNAP?
MARVEL SNAP is rated higher. Hearthstone averages 4.1 out of 5 from 122K ratings, while MARVEL SNAP averages 4.7 from 135K ratings.
Do Hearthstone or MARVEL SNAP have ads?
Neither Hearthstone nor MARVEL SNAP shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hearthstone or MARVEL SNAP?
Hearthstone ships an update fortnightly, and MARVEL SNAP every 2 weeks. Most recently, Hearthstone was updated on September 24, 2026 and MARVEL SNAP on September 24, 2026.
Which is more popular, Hearthstone or MARVEL SNAP?
Hearthstone currently peaks at #47 in the App Store charts, and MARVEL SNAP at #39. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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