# Super Snail vs Smithing Master

The clearest difference is ads: Smithing Master at none against Super Snail's shown. Smithing Master also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). Super Snail's advantage is review sentiment (62% vs 47%) and chart position (#49 vs unranked). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Super Snail sells 28 one-off in-app purchases and Smithing Master sells 31 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 — 4.7 for Super Snail against 4.7 for Smithing Master. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Super Snail has 25K ratings behind it against 2.8K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 62% of Super Snail's written reviews are positive against 47% of Smithing Master's.

Super Snail ships an update every 2 months, Smithing Master every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Super Snail | Smithing Master |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (25K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-snail/id6445937968/reviews) | [4.7 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smithing-master/id6449953864/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **25K** | 2.8K |
| Positive reviews | **62.1% of reviews** | 46.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#49** | — |
| Size | 2.9 GB | 521 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Qcplay Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1044966397) | [伟 王](https://appshunter.io/developer/1403717237) |

## What reviewers say

### Super Snail

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-snail/id6445937968)

**Currently charting:** #49 Top Grossing · Adventure, #109 Top Grossing · Role Playing (US App Store)

Embark on an idle RPG adventure as a snail from the future, tasked with saving the world by defeating Demon Gods. Explore a vast world, collect artifacts, develop your character, and interact with unique beings. Experience modern humor and uncover hidden secrets.

**Highlights:** Idle RPG gameplay, Character development and skill selection, Modern humor and meme references, In-depth character interaction, World exploration with hidden secrets, Collect over 400 real-world artifacts, Unlock hidden scenarios and passive buffs

**In-app purchases (28)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unknown Record Pack I | $0.99 | one-time |
| Daily Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Explore Supply Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rookie Value Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tree Hole II | $0.99 | one-time |
| Snalentines Pack I | $0.99 | one-time |
| Traveler VIP | $2.99 | one-time |
| Training Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Event Value Pack I | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pumpkin Voucher Pack I | $4.99 | one-time |
| VIP Gem Card | $4.99 | one-time |
| SSB Pack II | $4.99 | one-time |
| SSB Pack I | $4.99 | one-time |
| ThanQ Value Pack I | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pumpkin Pack I | $4.99 | one-time |
| Space Key Pack I | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gacha Coin Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Daily Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Mirth Pack III | $9.99 | one-time |
| Flower Support | $14.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate | $14.99 | one-time |
| Snalentines Pass | $14.99 | one-time |
| Advanced Pass | $14.99 | one-time |
| Weekly Rally | $14.99 | one-time |
| ThanQ Gift | $14.99 | one-time |
| Support from Space Researcher | $14.99 | one-time |
| Combat Master | $14.99 | one-time |
| Summer Supplies | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Engaging gameplay
- 👍 Unique art style and humor
- 🎁 Generous free-to-play model
- 💬 Helpful and friendly community

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕰️ Lengthy tutorial
- 🤔 Overwhelming number of systems and mechanics
- 💰 Potential pay-to-win elements in events
- 🗨️ Toxic chat behavior

**Reported bugs**

- Disappearing save data
- Connectivity issues and crashes
- Incorrect or missing item descriptions

**Requested features**

- Option to skip tutorial
- Ability to hide chat
- More explanations and guidance for new players
- Improved server stability and matchmaking


### Smithing Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smithing-master/id6449953864)

Embark on an adventure as a legendary smithing master in a world threatened by monsters and the Seven Deadly Sins. Forge over a hundred types of equipment, enhance your anvil, and collect elves to aid you in battle. Engage in quests, competitions, and face world bosses in this casual RPG.

**Highlights:** Forge over 100 equipment types, Upgrade forging anvil, Collect and cultivate elves, Engage in quests and competitions, Battle world bosses, Casual, stress-free gameplay

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

**In-app purchases (31)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Activity Package | $0.99 | one-time |
| Package 18 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Package 19 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Package45 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Package57 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Package69 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Daily Value Pack3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Weekly Value Pack2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Package 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Package 20 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Package 25 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Package46 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Package52 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Package82 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Package112 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Package106 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Monthly Card | $4.99 | one-time |
| Package94 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Weekly Value Pack3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Package 3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Package21 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Package47 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Package107 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Package83 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Package41 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Package59 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Eternal Card | $14.99 | one-time |
| Package 27 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Forge Token | $19.99 | one-time |
| Package54 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Package48 | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Fun and easy to play
- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 💡 Interesting forging and crafting mechanics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 💰 Aggressive monetization and pay-to-win elements
- 🔒 Login issues with Apple ID and Facebook
- 🔍 Lack of transparency in pricing and currency conversion
- 🔍 Slow progress and grindy mid-to-late game

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezing or crashing on launch
- Gear appearance resetting after upgrades
- Anvil and forging features not working properly when the app is minimized

**Requested features**

- Ability to store and switch between multiple gear sets
- More ways to earn in-game currency without relying on ads or purchases
- Character customization options
- Better background support and reduced need to constantly reopen the app


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Super Snail free?

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

### Is Smithing Master free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Super Snail or Smithing Master?

Super Snail and Smithing Master are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 25K and 2.8K ratings respectively.

### Do Super Snail or Smithing Master have ads?

Super Snail shows ads; Smithing Master does not.

### Which is updated more often, Super Snail or Smithing Master?

Super Snail ships an update every 2 months, and Smithing Master every 3 weeks. Most recently, Super Snail was updated on October 2, 2026 and Smithing Master on October 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.*