# ELEMENTAL vs Anchovy Squad

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Anchovy Squad at 100% against ELEMENTAL's 61%. Anchovy Squad also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and update cadence (every 8 days vs monthly). ELEMENTAL's advantage is ratings volume (438 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ELEMENTAL sells 64 one-off in-app purchases and Anchovy Squad sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Anchovy Squad holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ELEMENTAL has 438 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 61% of ELEMENTAL's written reviews are positive against 100% of Anchovy Squad's.

ELEMENTAL ships an update monthly, Anchovy Squad every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ELEMENTAL | Anchovy Squad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (438 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elemental-2d-mmorpg/id6455983161/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anchovy-squad/id6504208065/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **438** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 60.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 440 MB | 149 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [DAERI SOFT](https://appshunter.io/developer/414170559) | [Studio Drill](https://appshunter.io/developer/590367634) |

## What reviewers say

### ELEMENTAL

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elemental-2d-mmorpg/id6455983161)

Experience a classic 2D MMORPG with a focus on player interaction and progression. Explore a vast pixel art world, battle monsters with friends, and customize your character with unique gear and skills. This game offers a deep RPG experience without loot boxes.

**Highlights:** Pixel art graphics, Class systems, Gear upgrades, Reincarnation system, Co-op multiplayer, Expansive open world, Unique outfits

**In-app purchases (64)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Special Thanks Package | $0.49 | one-time |
| AD removal package | $1.99 | one-time |
| monthly gem package | $2.99 | one-time |
| growth pass | $2.99 | one-time |
| day pass | $2.99 | one-time |
| Elemental Pass 1 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Growth Package 1 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Special Package 1 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Elemental Pass 5 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Special Cooking Package | $7.99 | one-time |
| Elemental Pass 4 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Growth Package 1 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Special Package 1 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Elemental Pass 3 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Enhancement Package 1 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Elemental Pass 2 | $7.99 | one-time |
| 8월 성장 패키지1 | $7.99 | one-time |
| 8월 특별 패키지1 | $7.99 | one-time |
| 7월 강화 패키지 1 | $7.99 | one-time |
| 7월 스페셜 패키지 1 | $7.99 | one-time |
| super awesome package | $9.99 | one-time |
| Beginner Package | $12.99 | one-time |
| Ability Pass 1 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Ability Pass 18 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Ability Pass 14 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Ability Pass 9 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Ability Pass 13 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Ability Pass 4 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Ability Pass 2 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Ability Pass 3 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Ability Pass 8 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 어빌리티 패스 23 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 어빌리티 패스 27 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 엘리멘탈_어빌리티 패스 22 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 어빌리티 패스 24 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 어빌리티 패스 28 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 어빌리티 패스 29 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 어빌리티 패스 26 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 어빌리티 패스 30 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Step-Up Package | $19.99 | one-time |
| Growth Package 2 | $22.99 | one-time |
| Special Package 2 | $22.99 | one-time |
| Enhancement Package 2 | $22.99 | one-time |
| 8월 성장 패키지2 | $22.99 | one-time |
| 8월 특별 패키지2 | $22.99 | one-time |
| 7월 강화 패키지 2 | $22.99 | one-time |
| 7월 스페셜 패키지 2 | $22.99 | one-time |
| Gem Bomb 1 | $34.99 | one-time |
| Gratitude Package | $39.99 | one-time |
| Special Package 3 | $39.99 | one-time |
| Year-End Special Package | $39.99 | one-time |
| Enhancement Package 3 | $39.99 | one-time |
| 8월 성장 패키지3 | $39.99 | one-time |
| 8월 특별 패키지3 | $39.99 | one-time |
| 7월 강화 패키지 3 | $39.99 | one-time |
| 7월 스페셜 패키지 3 | $39.99 | one-time |
| Gem Bomb 2 | $59.99 | one-time |
| Special Package 4 | $69.99 | one-time |
| Gem Bomb 2 | $69.99 | one-time |
| Enhancement Package 4 | $69.99 | one-time |
| 8월 성장 패키지4 | $69.99 | one-time |
| 8월 특별 패키지4 | $69.99 | one-time |
| 7월 강화 패키지 4 | $69.99 | one-time |
| 7월 스페셜 패키지 4 | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great AFK gameplay
- 🤓 Depth and customization
- 💎 Generous rewards and F2P friendly
- 🎨 Beautiful graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Basic controls not working
- 🤖 Overly auto-focused gameplay
- 🌐 Lack of multiplayer and social features
- 🧭 Insufficient in-game guidance

**Reported bugs**

- Manual attack buttons not functioning
- Laggy and delayed multiplayer experience

**Requested features**

- Add PvP mode to fight friends
- Improve manual control and combat options
- Expand content and endgame activities


### Anchovy Squad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anchovy-squad/id6504208065)

Assemble a powerful squad of unique anchovies to defend Earth's oceans from alien invaders. Collect legendary genes, sea artifacts, and grow resources to enhance your anchovy army. This idle game allows you to research and evolve your creatures for ultimate strength.

**Highlights:** Build unique anchovy army, Collect Legend genes, Discover sea artifacts, Grow seaweed farm, Research anchovy traits, Idle gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gems Pocket | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gems Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Ad removal package | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gems Bucket | $9.99 | one-time |
| Anchovy package | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gene package | $9.99 | one-time |
| Artifact package | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gems Box | $19.99 | one-time |
| Gems Oversized Box | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ELEMENTAL free?

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

### Is Anchovy Squad free?

Anchovy Squad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ELEMENTAL or Anchovy Squad?

Anchovy Squad is rated higher. ELEMENTAL averages 4.7 out of 5 from 438 ratings, while Anchovy Squad averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do ELEMENTAL or Anchovy Squad have ads?

Both ELEMENTAL and Anchovy Squad show ads.

### Which is updated more often, ELEMENTAL or Anchovy Squad?

ELEMENTAL ships an update monthly, and Anchovy Squad every 8 days. Most recently, ELEMENTAL was updated on October 25, 2026 and Anchovy Squad on October 16, 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.*