# Backpack chef's Revenge vs Idle Monkey

The clearest difference is rating: Idle Monkey at 5.0 against Backpack chef's Revenge's 4.0. Idle Monkey also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks). Backpack chef's Revenge's advantage is ratings volume (9 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Backpack chef's Revenge sells 35 one-off in-app purchases and Idle Monkey sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Idle Monkey holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Backpack chef's Revenge has 9 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Backpack chef's Revenge ships an update every 2 weeks, Idle Monkey every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Backpack chef's Revenge | Idle Monkey |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backpack-chefs-revenge/id6532600971/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-monkey-bagpack-war/id6670150325/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 217 MB | 178 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Lukycats Co.Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1742133210) | [永进 何](https://appshunter.io/developer/1453153113) |

## What reviewers say

### Backpack chef's Revenge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backpack-chefs-revenge/id6532600971)

Embark on a roguelike adventure where strategic backpack management is key to survival. Combine powerful skills and craft weapons to enhance your combat abilities and protect a world in peril. Master your inventory to overcome obstacles and become the ultimate Battle Chef.

**Highlights:** Strategic equipment setup, Efficient crafting and inventory management, Endless skill combinations, Enhance combat power, Roguelike adventure gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (35)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Daily pack$0.49 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Diamonds | $0.99 | one-time |
| Daily pack$0.99 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hero OfferUS$0.99 | $0.99 | one-time |
| First charge | $0.99 | one-time |
| Daily pack | $1.69 | one-time |
| Weekly gift pack | $1.69 | one-time |
| First charge | $1.69 | one-time |
| Chapter pack | $2.49 | one-time |
| Exclusive offers US$4.19 | $4.19 | one-time |
| Hero OfferUS$4.19 | $4.19 | one-time |
| First charge | $4.19 | one-time |
| Monthly Card | $4.19 | one-time |
| Battle Pass | $4.19 | one-time |
| Some Diamond | $4.99 | one-time |
| Equipment Limited  700% | $6.19 | one-time |
| Big piggy bank | $7.99 | one-time |
| Advanced Monthly Card | $8.99 | one-time |
| Login benefits US$9.19 | $9.19 | one-time |
| Hero OfferUS$9.19 | $9.19 | one-time |
| Daily packUS$9.19 | $9.19 | one-time |
| Basic Thunder Fund | $9.99 | one-time |
| 裝備限時返利750% | $9.99 | one-time |
| Elements gift | $15.99 | one-time |
| Advanced Fund$17.49 | $17.49 | one-time |
| Advanced Battle Pass | $17.49 | one-time |
| Hero OfferUS$19.99 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Super piggy bank | $19.99 | one-time |
| Advanced Thunder Fund | $26.99 | one-time |
| Hero OfferUS$44.49 | $44.49 | one-time |
| Upgrade offers US$44.49(4) | $44.49 | one-time |
| Christmas OfferUS$89.99 | $89.99 | one-time |
| Hero OfferUS$89.99 | $89.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade offers US$89.99(41) | $89.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade offers US$89.99(42) | $89.99 | one-time |


### Idle Monkey

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-monkey-bagpack-war/id6670150325)

Embark on an adventure as an idle monkey, organizing your backpack and merging equipment to overcome challenges. Engage in fast-paced battles, collect and upgrade weapons, and strategize for optimal efficiency to earn rewards and climb the rankings.

**Highlights:** Backpack organization, Weapon merging and upgrading, Strategic equipment placement, Fast-paced combat, Chapter progression, Ranking system

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| First Charge | $0.99 | one-time |
| Newbie Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Chapter Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Second level first charge | $3.99 | one-time |
| Super Value Monthly Card | $3.99 | one-time |
| Phase 2 Chapter Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Three-stage chapter gift pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| The third level first charge | $9.99 | one-time |
| Four-stage chapter gift pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Privilege monthly card | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1280 Diamonds | $19.99 | one-time |
| Five-stage chapter gift pack | $28.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Backpack chef's Revenge free?

Backpack chef's Revenge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Idle Monkey free?

Idle Monkey is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Backpack chef's Revenge or Idle Monkey?

Idle Monkey is rated higher. Backpack chef's Revenge averages 4.0 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Idle Monkey averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Backpack chef's Revenge or Idle Monkey have ads?

Backpack chef's Revenge shows ads; Idle Monkey does not.

### Which is updated more often, Backpack chef's Revenge or Idle Monkey?

Backpack chef's Revenge ships an update every 2 weeks, and Idle Monkey every 4 days. Most recently, Backpack chef's Revenge was updated on October 10, 2026 and Idle Monkey on October 7, 2026.

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