# GTA vs Hitman

The clearest difference is rating: Hitman at 4.9 against GTA's 3.8. Hitman also leads on review sentiment (86% vs 48%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). GTA's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

GTA costs $19.99 and Hitman $14.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Hitman holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 469 and 810 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of GTA's written reviews are positive against 86% of Hitman's.

GTA ships an update every 4 months, Hitman every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | GTA | Hitman |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $19.99 | **$14.99** |
| Rating | [3.8 (469 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gta-san-andreas-definitive/id6468845068/reviews) | **[4.9 (810 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hitman-absolution/id6737513240/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 469 | **810** |
| Positive reviews | 48.2% of reviews | **86.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#23** | #59 |
| Size | 2.6 GB | 2.0 GB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Rockstar Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/330049731) | [Feral Interactive Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/402470125) |

## What reviewers say

### GTA

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gta-san-andreas-definitive/id6468845068)

**Currently charting:** #23 Top Paid · Adventure, #48 Top Paid · Action, #140 Top Paid · Games (US App Store)

Return to the early 90s as CJ Johnson to uncover the truth behind your mother's murder and reclaim your family and neighborhood. Explore the vast state of San Andreas, engage in thrilling missions, and fight for control of the streets in this iconic open-world adventure.

**Highlights:** Open-world exploration, Story-driven missions, Gang warfare, Vehicle customization, Character progression

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 🎨 Improved graphics
- 💯 Great mobile experience
- 🎮 Faithful to the original

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🔍 Rendering issues
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🕹️ Subpar controls

**Reported bugs**

- Disappearing cars at high altitudes
- Locked doors in missions
- Resolution changes on its own
- Crashing on startup

**Requested features**

- Cloud save support
- Unlocked frame rate
- More graphics options
- Rockstar Social Club integration


### Hitman

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hitman-absolution/id6737513240)

**Currently charting:** #59 Top Paid · Action, #192 Top Paid · Games (US App Store)

Step into the shoes of Agent 47, a betrayed assassin on the run. Plan your approach, adapt to your surroundings, and eliminate targets in a world that rewards stealth and strategy. Experience a deep narrative and challenging gameplay with customizable controls.

**Highlights:** Stealth and strategic assassination, Elaborate mission environments, Customizable touchscreen controls, Gamepad and keyboard/mouse support, Instinct Mode for target identification, Point Shooting for rapid elimination, Challenging game modes

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Amazing game
- 👍 Nice port
- 👍 Smooth mechanics
- 👍 Great atmosphere and level design
- 👍 Balanced between action and stealth

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Laggy performance
- 🐛 Occasional crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Laggy when trying to crouch, use instinct, or switch weapons
- Incompatible with older devices

**Requested features**

- Add more quests to diversify the game
- Add Chinese language support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GTA free?

GTA costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Hitman free?

Hitman costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, GTA or Hitman?

Hitman is rated higher. GTA averages 3.8 out of 5 from 469 ratings, while Hitman averages 4.9 from 810 ratings.

### Do GTA or Hitman have ads?

Neither GTA nor Hitman shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GTA or Hitman?

GTA ships an update every 4 months, and Hitman every 3 weeks. Most recently, GTA was updated on October 21, 2026 and Hitman on October 21, 2026.

### Which is more popular, GTA or Hitman?

GTA currently peaks at #23 in the App Store charts, and Hitman at #59. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*