# Hoarding and Cleaning vs Backyard Master

Hoarding and Cleaning and Backyard Master both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 52% of Backyard Master's written reviews are positive against 11% of Hoarding and Cleaning's. Backyard Master also leads on ratings volume (61K vs 9.4K). Hoarding and Cleaning's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hoarding and Cleaning sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Backyard Master sells 21 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 — 4.5 for Hoarding and Cleaning against 4.6 for Backyard Master. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Backyard Master has 61K ratings behind it against 9.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 11% of Hoarding and Cleaning's written reviews are positive against 52% of Backyard Master's.

Hoarding and Cleaning ships an update monthly, Backyard Master every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hoarding and Cleaning | Backyard Master |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (9.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hoarding-and-cleaning/id6444842957/reviews) | **[4.6 (61K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backyard-master/id6471408981/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 9.4K | **61K** |
| Positive reviews | 10.6% of reviews | **51.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 601 MB | 320 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [FTY LLC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1225503009) | [SUPERSONIC STUDIOS LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1499845738) |

## What reviewers say

### Hoarding and Cleaning

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hoarding-and-cleaning/id6444842957)

Embark on a cleaning adventure as a professional janitor, tackling trash in diverse locations. Upgrade your tools, earn money, and bring smiles to clients with your satisfying cleanup skills. Unlock new stages and items as you become a master cleaner.

**Highlights:** Diverse cleaning locations, Trash collection and earning money, Vacuum cleaner and tool upgrades, Client satisfaction rewards, Unlockable stages and items, Realistic cleaning experience

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly VIPPACK | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly VIPPACK | $19.99 | per month |
| AD SKIP TICKET10 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Booster pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| AD SKIP TICKET20 | $3.99 | one-time |
| remove ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| FUND MANAGER | $3.99 | one-time |
| Free minecart | $5.99 | one-time |
| Always fast | $5.99 | one-time |
| Capacity 50% UP | $5.99 | one-time |
| AD SKIP TICKET35 | $6.99 | one-time |
| FUND CEO | $7.99 | one-time |
| Value pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| ADS FREE PACK | $9.99 | one-time |
| AD SKIP TICKET60 | $11.99 | one-time |
| Premium pack | $12.99 | one-time |
| AD SKIP TICKET90 | $19.99 | one-time |
| VIP PACK | $19.99 | one-time |
| AD SKIP TICKET260 | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🕹️ Relaxing gameplay
- 🧹 Satisfying cleaning mechanics
- 🎨 Visually appealing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💢 Excessive ads interrupting gameplay
- 🤬 Ads not removed even after paid ad removal
- 🚫 Stuck on same level (22) with no progression
- ⏱️ Slow money collection process

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezing and crashing
- Audio issues (no sound)

**Requested features**

- More levels and progression
- Ability to use collected screws for upgrades
- Improved ad implementation (fewer ads, optional ads)


### Backyard Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backyard-master/id6471408981)

Design and beautify your dream backyard with a variety of tools and decorative options. Create lush lawns, unique gardens, and enchanting outdoor spaces with intuitive controls.

**Highlights:** Backyard beautification, Lawn and garden design, Creative decoration, Intuitive controls, Diverse landscaping tasks

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

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Trendy Bundle | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gold Handful | $1.99 | one-time |
| Crafted Vault | $2.99 | one-time |
| Video Coupon Heap | $2.99 | one-time |
| Gold Stack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Video Coupon Bag | $5.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |
| Halloween Pack A | $7.99 | one-time |
| Xmas NoAds Bundle | $8.99 | one-time |
| Xmas Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| Amazing Deal | $9.99 | one-time |
| Premium Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gold Heap | $9.99 | one-time |
| Video Coupon Box | $9.99 | one-time |
| Backyard Madness | $12.99 | one-time |
| Gold Bag | $19.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| Gold Box | $29.99 | one-time |
| Cash Booster Bundle | $29.99 | one-time |
| Video Coupon Bundle | $39.99 | one-time |
| Gold Chest | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun and relaxing game
- 👍 Great graphics and visuals
- 💡 Unique and engaging gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- ⏱️ Repetitive and tedious tasks
- 📢 Too many ads

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezing and not allowing progress
- Inability to collect all rewards after completing challenges
- Inconsistent performance and loading issues

**Requested features**

- More houses and levels to renovate
- Ability to upgrade tools and equipment
- More variety in tasks and activities


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hoarding and Cleaning free?

Hoarding and Cleaning is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Backyard Master free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Hoarding and Cleaning or Backyard Master?

Backyard Master is rated higher. Hoarding and Cleaning averages 4.5 out of 5 from 9.4K ratings, while Backyard Master averages 4.6 from 61K ratings.

### Do Hoarding and Cleaning or Backyard Master have ads?

Both Hoarding and Cleaning and Backyard Master show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Hoarding and Cleaning or Backyard Master?

Hoarding and Cleaning ships an update monthly, and Backyard Master every 4 weeks. Most recently, Hoarding and Cleaning was updated on September 28, 2026 and Backyard Master on September 29, 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.*