Comparison

Can Knockdown 3 vs Paper Boy 3D

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

Head to head
About

Can Knockdown 3

Test your aim and puzzle-solving skills in this physics-based carnival game. Knock down cans across multiple challenging levels with stunning 3D graphics and realistic physics. Unlock new levels and discover hidden secrets.

Highlights
  • Multiple challenging 3D levels
  • Easy to tricky puzzles
  • Realistic physics engine
  • Gorgeous 3D graphics
  • Unlockable levels and secrets
  • Achievements and badges
Features
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Be accurate! Be smart! Be quick! Challenge your aim, hone your precision, and push your puzzle-solving skills to the next level in this insanely addictive game. This installment takes the critically acclaimed Can Knockdown series to all new heights- the physics-based carnival gameplay you know and love- and adds unique puzzles, adrenaline-charged challenges, and even more explosive action! A SMASH hit series! Tens of millions of downloads and still going strong! This latest edition has even more awesome features: • Multiple challenging levels in beautiful 3D locations • Puzzles from Easy to Tricky… can you knock them ALL down? • Show off your skills and challenge your friends! • Multiple achievements and badges… collect them ALL! • Gorgeous 3D graphics • Amazing realism, perfectly-tuned physics engine, easy-to-use controls • Gameplay boosts like multipliers, bonuses, and so much more! • Unlock new levels, open new locations, and discover hidden secrets! Ready… set… THROW! Fans of Can Knockdown will LOVE this fresh new gaming experience… tell your friends, rate our game, and be sure to follow us on facebook and twitter!

About

Paper Boy 3D

Aim and shoot newspapers by dragging your finger across the screen. Deliver papers to waiting customers to complete your route. Enjoy a simple yet engaging gameplay experience.

Highlights
  • Drag to aim
  • Shoot papers
  • Deliver to customers
  • Simple controls
  • Engaging gameplay
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Drag to aim and shoot papers. People are waiting!

Screenshots

Can Knockdown 34 screens
Paper Boy 3D3 screens

Verdict

The call

Can Knockdown 3 and Paper Boy 3D both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 76% of Can Knockdown 3's written reviews are positive against 34% of Paper Boy 3D's. Can Knockdown 3 also leads on ratings volume (2.1K vs 491). Paper Boy 3D's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). On price, rating, 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. Can Knockdown 3 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Paper Boy 3D asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Can Knockdown 3 against 4.5 for Paper Boy 3D. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.1K and 491 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 76% of Can Knockdown 3's written reviews are positive against 34% of Paper Boy 3D's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Can Knockdown 3 ships an update every 2 months, Paper Boy 3D monthly. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Can Knockdown 3 versus Paper Boy 3D: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCan Knockdown 3Paper Boy 3D
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (2.1K ratings) — better4.5 (491 ratings)
Positive reviews75.7% of reviews — better34.4% of reviews
Number of ratings2.1K — better491
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size186 MB77 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperInfinite Dreams Inc.Hamba Studio Ltd.

Customer experience

Can Knockdown 3

All ratings2,120 ratings
Positive90.7%
Neutral4.4%
Negative4.9%
Written reviews218 reviews
Positive75.7%
Neutral6.0%
Negative18.3%

Paper Boy 3D

All ratings356 ratings
Positive83.4%
Neutral5.9%
Negative10.7%
Written reviews32 reviews
Positive34.4%
Neutral12.5%
Negative53.1%

User reviews

Can Knockdown 3

From 2.1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎮 Excellent game with great graphics
  • 👍 Highly addictive and fun to play
  • 🎨 Beautiful and realistic visuals
  • 🕹️ Challenging and engaging gameplay
  • 🎉 Satisfying and rewarding experience

Room to improve

  • 🔍 Too many ads interrupting gameplay
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and performance issues
  • 💰 Paid upgrades required to remove ads
  • 🤯 Extremely frustrating difficulty at times
  • 🔌 Drains battery life quickly

Paper Boy 3D

From 491 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Fun gameplay
  • 👍 Passes a few mins
  • 👍 Clean and easy to play
  • 👍 Good memories evoked
  • 👍 Enjoy the challenge

Room to improve

  • anúncios Too many ads
  • 👎 Not like original
  • 👎 Lacks replay value
  • 👎 Boring and basic
  • 👎 No sound

Bugs and requests

Can Knockdown 3

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Game crashes on launch for some devices
  • Levels freeze or become unresponsive
  • Purchased upgrades not restoring properly
  • Ads playing with sound even in silent mode
  • Compatibility issues with newer devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • More levels and content updates
  • Option to disable ads without paying
  • Improved performance and stability
  • Customizable controls and settings
  • Ability to save progress and continue later

Paper Boy 3D

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • App freezes
  • Game glitches
  • No sound
  • Cannot finish level 2
  • Cannot get past level 3
Show 3 more
  • Game stops working
  • Cannot move on from level 3
  • Won't let you throw where you want

Requested features

3 requests
  • Make levels easier
  • Add sound/music
  • Clarify coin purpose

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Can Knockdown 3

One-time1
  • Remove ads!$1.99
None

Paper Boy 3D

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Can Knockdown 3 free?
Can Knockdown 3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Paper Boy 3D free?
Paper Boy 3D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Can Knockdown 3 or Paper Boy 3D?
Can Knockdown 3 is rated higher. Can Knockdown 3 averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while Paper Boy 3D averages 4.5 from 491 ratings.
Do Can Knockdown 3 or Paper Boy 3D have ads?
Both Can Knockdown 3 and Paper Boy 3D show ads.
Which is updated more often, Can Knockdown 3 or Paper Boy 3D?
Can Knockdown 3 ships an update every 2 months, and Paper Boy 3D monthly. Most recently, Can Knockdown 3 was updated on October 29, 2026 and Paper Boy 3D on October 29, 2026.

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