# Special Forces Group 3 vs Commando Assault

The clearest difference is rating: Commando Assault at 4.5 against Special Forces Group 3's 3.9. Commando Assault also leads on ratings volume (4.2K vs 136) and review sentiment (40% vs 31%). Special Forces Group 3's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Special Forces Group 3 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Commando Assault sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Commando Assault holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Commando Assault has 4.2K ratings behind it against 136, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of Special Forces Group 3's written reviews are positive against 40% of Commando Assault's.

Special Forces Group 3 ships an update every 9 days, Commando Assault every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Special Forces Group 3 | Commando Assault |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (136 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/special-forces-group-3/id6448548207/reviews) | **[4.5 (4.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/commando-assault-gun-shooter/id6745218962/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 136 | **4.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 31.3% of reviews | **40.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1.4 GB | 318 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | +17 |
| Developer | [Forge Games FZE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1684955290) | [Awon Haider Naqvi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1591600058) |

## What reviewers say

### Special Forces Group 3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/special-forces-group-3/id6448548207)

Engage in intense real-time PvP battles as a counter-terrorist or guerilla fighter. Experience nostalgic arenas and weapons with enhanced graphics and performance. Customize characters and weapons with a new progression system.

**Highlights:** Real-time PvP shooter, New graphics and visuals, 40+ maps, Weapon and character customization, 9 game modes, 8v8 PvP battles

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Newbie Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Currency Pack: Silver 60k | $1.99 | one-time |
| Small Gold Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| In-game Item: MP5 | $1.99 | one-time |
| In-game Item: M4A4 | $1.99 | one-time |
| In-game Item: M24 Tier 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| In-game Item: Fireknife | $1.99 | one-time |
| Currency Pack: Gold 1.2k | $8.99 | one-time |
| Big gold pack 5k | $8.99 | one-time |
| Currency Pack: Silver 240k | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Improved graphics and control customization
- 💡 Ability to change button locations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Shooting issues with auto-fire mode
- 🔒 Pay-to-win mechanics
- 🔒 Unfair character abilities and weapon unlock system
- 🐛 Disconnection issues with control customization
- 🐛 Slow player movement speed

**Reported bugs**

- Disconnection issues when using control customization
- Slow player movement speed

**Requested features**

- Add gyroscope support
- Implement offline mode and bot matches
- Improve lighting to match SFG2
- Balance player health and weapons
- Remove level requirements for weapons


### Commando Assault

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/commando-assault-gun-shooter/id6745218962)

Engage in intense combat across diverse battlefields as an elite commando. Utilize a wide arsenal of weapons and realistic shooting mechanics to complete thrilling missions and survive. Master intuitive controls for fast-paced action in immersive 3D arenas.

**Highlights:** Realistic shooting gameplay, Wide weapon arsenal, Immersive 3D arenas, Smooth controls, Thrilling shooting missions

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gold Starter | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Colt MK-18 Weapon | $3.99 | one-time |
| Nova Weapon | $3.99 | one-time |
| MP-7 Weapon | $3.99 | one-time |
| SG-553 Weapon | $3.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| AK-47 Bundle Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Money Case | $6.99 | one-time |
| Gold Case | $8.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Special Forces Group 3 free?

Special Forces Group 3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Commando Assault free?

Commando Assault is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Special Forces Group 3 or Commando Assault?

Commando Assault is rated higher. Special Forces Group 3 averages 3.9 out of 5 from 136 ratings, while Commando Assault averages 4.5 from 4.2K ratings.

### Do Special Forces Group 3 or Commando Assault have ads?

Both Special Forces Group 3 and Commando Assault show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Special Forces Group 3 or Commando Assault?

Special Forces Group 3 ships an update every 9 days, and Commando Assault every 3 weeks. Most recently, Special Forces Group 3 was updated on November 7, 2026 and Commando Assault on November 8, 2026.

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