Comparison

BeachDefense vs Sumerians

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

Head to head
About

BeachDefense

Features
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Enter the temple dispatch soldier, do not let the enemy destroy the temple

About

Sumerians

Build a trading empire in ancient Sumer. Engage with historical figures, master trade, and innovate ancient technologies. Your decisions will shape the rise or fall of your civilization.

Highlights
  • Trade essential goods
  • Interact with historical figures
  • Craft and innovate technologies
  • Build a trading empire
  • Conquer and protect resources
  • Shape historical outcomes
Features
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Step back in time to the cradle of civilization and immerse yourself in the bustling world of ancient Sumer! In Sumerians, you’ll embark on an epic journey to build your fortune, expand your influence, and leave a legacy in the earliest known empire. Features: Trade Across the Fertile Crescent Buy, sell, and barter essential goods like grain, bronze, and exotic imports to grow your wealth. Master the art of trade and navigate complex markets in one of history’s first economies. Interact with Historical Figures Engage with legendary characters like Sargon of Akkad, priest-kings, and master artisans. Forge alliances, take on their challenges, and influence the course of history. Craft and Innovate Unlock the secrets of ancient technologies, including bronze weapon-making and ziggurat construction, to gain a competitive edge. Make History Your Playground Every decision you make shapes the rise or fall of your trading empire. Will you become a powerful ensi or fade into the sands of time? Conquer and Protect Support Sumerian armies with weapons and resources, or secure trade routes through diplomacy and cunning.

Screenshots

BeachDefense4 screens
Sumerians4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sumerians at none against BeachDefense's 10. On price, 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

Both are free to download. BeachDefense sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Sumerians asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
BeachDefense versus Sumerians: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBeachDefenseSumerians
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 daysEvery 3 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size314 MB121 MB
Age rating9+4+
Developer洪星 张Glen Brunke

In-app purchases

10 purchases

BeachDefense

One-time10
  • 3,000 Gold$0.99
  • 1,000 Gem$0.99
  • 7,200 Gold$1.99
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  • 2,200 Gem$1.99
  • 11,700 Gold$2.99
  • 3,900 Gem$2.99
  • 16,800 Gold$3.99
  • 5,600 Gem$3.99
  • 22,500 Gold$4.99
  • 7,500 Gem$4.99
None

Sumerians

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BeachDefense free?
BeachDefense is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sumerians free?
Sumerians is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do BeachDefense or Sumerians have ads?
Neither BeachDefense nor Sumerians shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BeachDefense or Sumerians?
BeachDefense ships an update every 3 days, and Sumerians every 3 days. Most recently, BeachDefense was updated on November 8, 2026 and Sumerians on November 4, 2026.

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