Comparison

Can Knockdown 3 vs Dock Star

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

Dock Star

Features
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Every berth is an adventure. You're at the helm. Wind is pushing you off the quay, the tide is ebbing, and there's a freighter moored fifty meters astern. Ease her in, get your lines across, and make fast — without a scratch. Dock Star is a precision harbor piloting game. No twitch reflexes, no endless runners. Just you, a heavy vessel, and the patient art of bringing her alongside. TAKE THE CONTROLS • Engine telegraph from Full Ahead to Full Astern • Helm and rudder for the long, slow turns • Bow and stern thrusters for the fine work • Fore, mid and aft mooring lines — send them when you're close enough READ THE WATER Wind, current and tide all work against you, and every harbor reads differently. A berth that's simple on slack water becomes a real problem when the tide is running. 27 HARBOURS • SUNNY COVE — learn the ropes • WINDY POINT — wind joins in • TIDE TOWN — currents and tide • STORM STRAIT — race the clock • BUSY PORT — harbor traffic • FURY GATES — everything at once Dock and undock. Three stars for a clean approach, a tight line and time to spare. Perfect runs are hard — that's the point. CLIMB THE RANKINGS Every clean berth counts toward your global score. See how your seamanship measures up against captains worldwide. FIT OUT YOUR FLEET Earn coins and gems as you go, and unlock ship skins from the Lil' Tug to the Star Queen. Style only — no shortcuts, no pay-to-win. Slow is smooth. Smooth is fast.

Screenshots

Can Knockdown 34 screens
Dock Star4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Dock Star at every 5 days against Can Knockdown 3's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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 and Dock Star sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Can Knockdown 3 ships an update every 2 months, Dock Star every 5 days. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Can Knockdown 3 versus Dock Star: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCan Knockdown 3Dock Star
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (2.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.1K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size186 MB14 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperInfinite DreamsRALPH STEVE NAVALES

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

Dock Star

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Can Knockdown 3

One-time1
  • Remove ads!$1.99
4 purchases

Dock Star

One-time4
  • Add 100 Gems$0.99
  • Add 550 Gems$1.39
  • Remove Ads$1.99
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  • Add 100 Gems$1.99

Questions

Is Can Knockdown 3 free?
Can Knockdown 3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Dock Star free?
Dock Star is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Can Knockdown 3 or Dock Star have ads?
Both Can Knockdown 3 and Dock Star show ads.
Which is updated more often, Can Knockdown 3 or Dock Star?
Can Knockdown 3 ships an update every 2 months, and Dock Star every 5 days. Most recently, Can Knockdown 3 was updated on November 6, 2026 and Dock Star on November 6, 2026.

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