# Smashero.io vs Split Ship

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Split Ship at 100% against Smashero.io's 64%. Split Ship also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). Smashero.io's advantage is ratings volume (795 vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.5). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smashero.io sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Split Ship asks for nothing beyond the download.

Split Ship holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smashero.io has 795 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Smashero.io's written reviews are positive against 100% of Split Ship's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Smashero.io | Split Ship |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (795 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smasheroio-magic-survival/id6505129091/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/split-ship/id6751416215/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **795** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 64.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 1.3 GB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 17.5 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [KLASH Games Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1706975709) | [Effortless Presence](https://appshunter.io/developer/1834216901) |

## What reviewers say

### Smashero.io

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smasheroio-magic-survival/id6505129091)

Engage in fast-paced hack and slash combat against waves of monsters and zombies. Equip diverse weapons, unlock over 90 unique skills, and explore various worlds to defeat challenging bosses. This RPG offers strategic battles and smooth, one-handed gameplay.

**Highlights:** Monster and zombie wave combat, Versatile weapon selection, Over 90 unique skills, Skill evolution and combinations, Diverse world exploration, Boss battles, One-handed gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Angel Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Daily Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Stage 4 Hot Deal | $1.49 | one-time |
| Stage 2 Hot Deal | $1.49 | one-time |
| starter_pack | $3.19 | one-time |
| S Equipment Draw Pack 1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| DITTO Growth Pack | $13.00 | one-time |
| Prism Monthly Sub. | $13.49 | one-time |
| Angel Pack 3 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Monthly Sub. Bundle | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Colorful and visually appealing
- 🎮 Satisfying combat and character progression
- ⏱️ Good time-killer and stress reliever

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches causing progress loss
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases and currency grind
- 🔒 Requires constant internet connection
- 🧭 Lack of explanation for game mechanics

**Reported bugs**

- Game progress reset after updates
- Inability to log in or access account
- Enemies spawning excessively in daily challenges
- Inconsistent ad reward functionality

**Requested features**

- Offline mode or local save option
- More character customization options
- Clearer tutorial and in-game guides
- Co-op and PvP game modes


### Split Ship

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/split-ship/id6751416215)

Command a fleet of ships in this endless runner where collecting powerups multiplies your vessels. Dodge obstacles and strategically manage your growing armada to achieve higher scores. The more ships you have, the greater the risk and reward.

**Highlights:** Unique ship multiplication mechanic, Control up to 4 ships simultaneously, Simple tap controls for all ships, Dynamic difficulty progression, High score multiplier with more ships, Polished visual experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Smashero.io free?

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

### Is Split Ship free?

Split Ship is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Smashero.io or Split Ship?

Split Ship is rated higher. Smashero.io averages 4.7 out of 5 from 795 ratings, while Split Ship averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Smashero.io or Split Ship have ads?

Smashero.io shows ads; Split Ship 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.*