# Doodle Magic vs Smash Ball!

The clearest difference is rating: Smash Ball! at 4.7 against Doodle Magic's 4.3. Smash Ball! also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). Doodle Magic's advantage is review sentiment (56% vs 40%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Doodle Magic sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Smash Ball! sells 19 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Smash Ball! holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15K and 14K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 56% of Doodle Magic's written reviews are positive against 40% of Smash Ball!'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Doodle Magic ships an update every 6 weeks, Smash Ball! every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Doodle Magic | Smash Ball! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/doodle-magic-wizard-vs-slime/id6467103305/reviews) | **[4.7 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smash-ball/id6472668382/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **15K** | 14K |
| Positive reviews | **56.2% of reviews** | 40.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 240 MB | 298 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dodjoy HK](https://appshunter.io/developer/1650927135) | [RUBY OYUN VE YAZILIM DANISMANLIK SANAYI TICARET ANONIM SIRKETI](https://appshunter.io/developer/939257836) |

## What reviewers say

### Doodle Magic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/doodle-magic-wizard-vs-slime/id6467103305)

Become a mighty wizard defending a village from monsters and slimes. Upgrade gear, collect skills, and build an indestructible fortress to overcome endless challenges and boss battles. Embark on a tower defense journey.

**Highlights:** Upgrade epic gear and forge powerful wizard, Collect and synthesize gems, Explore and combine mystical skills, Defend against endless slime monsters, Build and upgrade unique ramparts, Challenge Abyss Mode with random monster combinations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Several Crystal | $0.99 | one-time |
| A handful of Crystal | $4.99 | one-time |
| A pile of Crystal | $9.99 | one-time |
| A pack of Crystal | $19.99 | one-time |
| A bag of Crystal | $49.99 | one-time |
| A box of Crystal | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Unique art style
- 🎨 Customizable abilities
- 💡 Potential for future updates
- 🎮 Enjoyable tower defense experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Targeting/AI issues
- 🔍 Lack of in-game explanations
- ⏱️ Slow progression and grind
- 💰 Monetization concerns
- 🔧 Bugs and glitches

**Reported bugs**

- Ads not working
- Overlapping UI elements
- Game crashes and freezes
- Progression issues after updates

**Requested features**

- Ability to control spell targeting
- Improved gem management and combination
- Endless/survival mode
- More diverse enemy types and level design
- Better balance between free-to-play and paid progression


### Smash Ball!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smash-ball/id6472668382)

Engage in fast-paced, strategic PvP sports battles. Master timing and skill to outplay opponents, customize your character, and unlock special abilities. Compete in various game modes and climb the leaderboards.

**Highlights:** Fast-paced multiplayer PvP battles, Friendly Smash Mode for challenging friends, Character and gear customization, Unlockable special abilities and passives, Multiple game modes (Wall Smash, Deathmatch, Duels), Progression and leaderboard climbing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Welcome Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Some Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer $1.99 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer $2.99 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer $3.99 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pouch of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Smash Pass | $5.99 | one-time |
| Epic Tri-Sword Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer $8.99 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Hat of Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Legendary Chest Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer $9.99 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer $10.99 | $10.99 | one-time |
| Legendary Costume Pack | $12.99 | one-time |
| Mythic Costume Pack | $15.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| Goblet of Gems | $49.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer $49.99 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Duffle of Gems | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Fun concept
- 💯 Great for casual play
- 🎨 Impressive visuals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Lack of real multiplayer
- 🤖 Opponents are bots
- 🤑 Pay-to-win mechanics
- 🕰️ Progression slows down
- 💰 Expensive upgrades

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent hit detection
- Matchmaking issues
- Crashes and performance problems

**Requested features**

- Add online multiplayer
- Implement leaderboards and tournaments
- Improve progression system
- Introduce more game modes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Doodle Magic free?

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

### Is Smash Ball! free?

Smash Ball! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Doodle Magic or Smash Ball!?

Smash Ball! is rated higher. Doodle Magic averages 4.3 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while Smash Ball! averages 4.7 from 14K ratings.

### Do Doodle Magic or Smash Ball! have ads?

Both Doodle Magic and Smash Ball! show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Doodle Magic or Smash Ball!?

Doodle Magic ships an update every 6 weeks, and Smash Ball! every 2 weeks. Most recently, Doodle Magic was updated on October 30, 2026 and Smash Ball! on October 30, 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.*