Comparison

ARm Manipulator vs Ghost Dose

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

Head to head
About

ARm Manipulator

Experience a realistic robotic arm simulation in augmented reality. Control the arm with intuitive virtual controls or external hardware, and explore its mechanics with spatial audio and refined graphics. A free mode allows you to test compatibility before unlocking the full experience with a single purchase.

Highlights
  • Augmented Reality simulation
  • Virtual and hardware controller support
  • Spatial audio
  • Refined graphics
  • Non-AR mode
  • Free trial mode
Features
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ARm Manipulator is a simulation of the classic 1980s robotic toy with an immersive Augmented Reality experience. Version 2.0 utilizes the latest frameworks for improved realism, intuitive controls, and engaging gameplay. Experience precision control using a new virtual interface or use external dual analog hardware controllers. Enjoy the immersive effect of spatial audio, refined graphics, and enhanced mechanics exploration. Switch between Augmented Reality and a new non-AR mode for versatile play. Try Before You Buy: Use Free Mode to ensure compatibility and test controls on your device. Unlock the complete experience—including detailed gameplay and comprehensive mechanics exploration—with a single in-app purchase. This app does require a device that is compatible with Apple's ARKit. This App may include: -Direct links to the internet that can take players away from the game with the potential to browse any web page. If IAP purchase is disabled, these links are disabled. (Parental Control) -The option to make in-app purchases. The bill payer should always be consulted beforehand. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.bp3dapps.com/armprivacy

About

Ghost Dose

Embark on a paranormal adventure with two gym enthusiasts. Explore dimensions, uncover truths, and lift your spirits in this unique gaming experience.

Highlights
  • Paranormal adventure
  • Explore dimensions
  • Lift spirits
  • Uncover truth
  • Gym bro characters
Features
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Two gym bros go on an epic paranormal adventure to lift your spirits and find the truth

Screenshots

ARm Manipulator4 screens
Ghost Dose2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Ghost Dose at none against ARm Manipulator's 1. Ghost Dose also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 4 weeks) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. ARm Manipulator sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Ghost Dose asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for ARm Manipulator against 5.0 for Ghost Dose. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ARm Manipulator ships an update every 4 weeks, Ghost Dose every 3 days. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
ARm Manipulator versus Ghost Dose: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterARm ManipulatorGhost Dose
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings)
Number of ratings4 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size229 MB965 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperBP3D, LLC.Ghost Dose Studios LLC

Customer experience

ARm Manipulator

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Ghost Dose

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

ARm Manipulator

One-time1
  • Mechanics And Game$4.99
None

Ghost Dose

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ARm Manipulator free?
ARm Manipulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ghost Dose free?
Ghost Dose is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, ARm Manipulator or Ghost Dose?
ARm Manipulator and Ghost Dose are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 4 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do ARm Manipulator or Ghost Dose have ads?
Neither ARm Manipulator nor Ghost Dose shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ARm Manipulator or Ghost Dose?
ARm Manipulator ships an update every 4 weeks, and Ghost Dose every 3 days. Most recently, ARm Manipulator was updated on November 3, 2026 and Ghost Dose on November 3, 2026.

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