Comparison

Scarecase vs Serial Cleaner

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

Head to head
About

Scarecase

Features
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A race against time, through a crumbling world, pursued by mysterious forces… In this old-school infinite-runner, you just need to keep going. Run through gloomy crypts and over treacherous precipices. Use a single finger tap to jump, climb, and repel the forces of evil. And don’t miss your footing, because it’s a long way down… Instructions * Tap the screen to jump, (and to ascend stairs) * Avoid the holes in the floor, and the scary, grabbing hands * If you do get caught, tap to escape * Just keep going! In-app purchases * The first two levels are free to play * A single in-app purchase unlocks the whole game permanently: levels 3 to infinity

About

Serial Cleaner

Step into the 1970s as a professional crime scene cleaner. Your mission is to discreetly remove evidence after mob hits without being detected by patrolling police. This stealth action game combines strategy, quick reflexes, and a funky retro aesthetic.

Highlights
  • Crime scene cleanup
  • Stealth mechanics
  • Environmental puzzles
  • Retro 1970s aesthetics
  • Funky 70s soundtrack
  • Challenging gameplay
Features
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Serial Cleaner is an action-stealth game set in the vibrant and gritty 1970s, where you play as a professional crime scene cleaner. Your job is to clean up after mob hits and other criminal activities without getting caught by the police, who are always on the lookout. The game blends humor, strategy, and fast-paced action in a unique way that challenges your tactical thinking. Serial Cleaner is all about balancing quick reflexes with smart planning. You need to stay unseen, time your movements, and use the environment to your advantage while cleaning up the mess left behind by criminals! You play as Bob Leaner, a regular guy who moonlights as a cleaner for mobsters, picking up odd jobs to earn money. Bob lives with his mother, and between taking her to bingo nights and doing chores, he gets calls from his shady underworld contacts to clean up after their messy work. The game embraces a funky 70s aesthetic, with bold colors, stylish minimalist art, and a soundtrack that evokes the period’s funky and jazzy vibes. It’s both lighthearted and gritty, offering a unique tone that stands out from more serious stealth games. Gameplay Overview: * Crime scene cleanup: Each level in Serial Cleaner is a crime scene where you must remove all evidence (bodies, weapons, blood, etc.) and make your escape without being spotted! You’ll need to sneak around, dodge police patrols, and time your actions perfectly to avoid detection. * Stealth mechanics: The game focuses on stealth. The police officers patrol the area, and it’s your job to study their movements and take advantage of blind spots to clean the scene staying unseen. If they spot you, they’ll give chase, and you’ll need to escape quickly before being caught. * Create your solutions: Each level can be approached in different ways. You can use distractions (like knocking over objects or turning on equipment) to lure the police away, hide bodies in certain spots, or even hide yourself in tall grass or closets. Adapt and use your environment to your advantage! * Challenging and Replayable: As you progress, the levels become more complex with additional mechanics like tighter spaces, more aggressive police, and more evidence to clean up. It's up to you to replay levels to improve your scores and times! Key Features: * Retro aesthetics: The art style is heavily influenced by 1970s pop culture, with bright, saturated colors, geometric shapes, and a minimalist design. This visual style helps the game stand out while giving it a nostalgic feel. * 70s soundtrack: The soundtrack perfectly complements the 70s vibe, with funky and jazzy tracks that keep the mood light yet intense, even during high-stress situations! * Real-time changes: As you clean a scene, the bloodstains you remove disappear, and the more bodies you collect, the fewer are left to deal with. This gives a satisfying sense of progression as you clear the crime scene, but also increases the tension as the police can stumble upon these changes if you're not careful.

Screenshots

Scarecase3 screens
Serial Cleaner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Serial Cleaner at none against Scarecase's 1. Scarecase's advantage is price ($1.99 vs $4.99) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.0). On update cadence, ads and device support 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

Scarecase costs $1.99 and Serial Cleaner $4.99 up front. Scarecase sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Serial Cleaner asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scarecase ships an update every 10 months, Serial Cleaner daily. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Scarecase versus Serial Cleaner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScarecaseSerial Cleaner
Price$1.99 — better$4.99
Rating—4.5 (47 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—68.6% of reviews
Number of ratings—47 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size153 MB696 MB
Age rating9+12+
DeveloperDramatic Software Co LtdPlug In Digital

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Scarecase

One-time1
  • Unlock all levels (NOW UNNECESSARY)$0.99
None

Serial Cleaner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Scarecase free?
Scarecase costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Serial Cleaner free?
Serial Cleaner costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Scarecase or Serial Cleaner have ads?
Neither Scarecase nor Serial Cleaner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Scarecase or Serial Cleaner?
Scarecase ships an update every 10 months, and Serial Cleaner daily. Most recently, Scarecase was updated on September 28, 2026 and Serial Cleaner on October 12, 2026.

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