# Space War vs Neon Control

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Neon Control at none against Space War's 47. Space War's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Space War sells 46 one-off in-app purchases. Neon Control asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Space War | Neon Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 366 MB | 134 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [THE MESSAGE Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1723419187) | [SRG Studios, Corp.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1449868133) |

## What reviewers say

### Space War

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-war-idle-tower-defence/id6503336669)

Engage in a strategic tower defense game set in space. Combine elements and add runes to protect your tower, and upgrade your defenses to advance through deep space. Compete with other players for territory and aim for a high strategic score.

**Highlights:** Element and rune combination, Strategic tower upgrades, Visually appealing gameplay, Deep space exploration, Competitive player ranking, Life management mechanics

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

**In-app purchases (46)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Enhancement Dungeon Package 0. | $0.99 | one-time |
| Stage Package 0 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Weekly Dungeon Package 0. | $1.99 | one-time |
| Enhancement Dungeon Package 1. | $1.99 | one-time |
| Stage Package 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Enhancement Dungeon Package 2. | $2.99 | one-time |
| Weekly Summon Package 0. | $3.99 | one-time |
| Enhancement Dungeon Package 3. | $3.99 | one-time |
| Stage Package 2 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Elemental Stepup Package0 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Rune Stepup Package0 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Enhancement Dungeon Package 4. | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads Package | $5.99 | one-time |
| Elemental Stepup Package2 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Rune Stepup Package2 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Elemental Stepup Package4 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Rune Stepup Package4 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Enhancement Dungeon Package 5. | $6.99 | one-time |
| Stage Package 3 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Special Lab | $7.99 | one-time |
| Enhancement Dungeon Package 6. | $7.99 | one-time |
| Rune Stepup Package6 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Elemental Stepup Package6 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Rune Pass 1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Rune Pass 3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Elemental Pass 2 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Elemental Pass 4 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Rune Pass 0 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Elemental Pass 3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Rune Pass 4 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Rune Pass 2 | $9.99 | one-time |
| VIP1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Enhancement Dungeon Package 7. | $9.99 | one-time |
| Purchase Primium Pass. | $9.99 | one-time |
| Stage Package 4 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Enhancement Dungeon Package 8. | $12.99 | one-time |
| Stage Package 5 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Enhancement Dungeon Package 9. | $14.99 | one-time |
| Purchase Master Pass | $14.99 | one-time |
| VIP2 | $22.99 | one-time |
| Stage Package 6 | $22.99 | one-time |
| Stage Package 7 | $29.99 | one-time |
| VIP3 | $39.99 | one-time |
| Stage Package 8 | $49.99 | one-time |
| VIP4 | $59.99 | one-time |
| Stage Package 9 | $69.99 | one-time |


### Neon Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neon-control/id6739144527)

Engage in a retro-inspired vertical shooter where you control powerful cannons to dodge enemy waves and unleash devastating weapons. Utilize roguelike mechanics for unique runs, strategize upgrades, and build your arsenal to conquer challenging levels with vibrant visuals and fast-paced action.

**Highlights:** Retro-inspired vertical shooter gameplay, Roguelike mechanics for unique runs, Weapon upgrades and arsenal building, Vibrant neon visuals, Pulse-pounding music, Fast-paced action

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Space War free?

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

### Is Neon Control free?

Neon Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Space War or Neon Control have ads?

Neon Control shows ads; Space War does not.

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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.*