# MonsterCrafter vs Squid Simulator

The clearest difference is rating: MonsterCrafter at 4.7 against Squid Simulator's 3.8. MonsterCrafter also leads on ratings volume (6.6K vs 13). Squid Simulator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MonsterCrafter sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Squid Simulator asks for nothing beyond the download.

MonsterCrafter holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MonsterCrafter has 6.6K ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of MonsterCrafter's written reviews are positive against 75% of Squid Simulator's.

MonsterCrafter ships an update every 4 months, Squid Simulator every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and July 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MonsterCrafter | Squid Simulator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (6.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monstercrafter/id660928091/reviews)** | [3.8 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/squid-simulator/id1577056934/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6.6K** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | **76.2% of reviews** | 75.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 164 MB | 119 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Naquatic](https://appshunter.io/developer/300409424) | [Trail Navigator Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1553857640) |

## What reviewers say

### MonsterCrafter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monstercrafter/id660928091)

Design, train, and battle your own unique monsters in this sequel to Guncrafter. Explore dungeons, compete against others online, and join friends in clan challenges. The game features player-created monsters and instant multiplayer battles.

**Highlights:** Monster crafting and customization, Monster training and care, Dungeon exploration, Online multiplayer battles, Clan co-op challenges, Player-created monster world

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Diamond Box | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hat Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Tattoo Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gold Box | $1.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Diamonds | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gold Doubler | $4.99 | one-time |
| Case of DIamonds | $9.99 | one-time |
| Wallet of Gold | $9.99 | one-time |
| Truck of Diamonds | $49.99 | one-time |
| King Pack | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Very fun game
- 👍 Unique monster creation
- 🎨 Customizable monsters
- 🤖 Engaging combat system
- 🕹️ Addictive gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs with monster creation and naming
- ⏱️ Slow progression/grind
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🔇 No sound mute option
- 🔍 Lack of clan/multiplayer features

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to name/submit new monsters
- Blocks not placing properly in monster creation
- Crashes and data loss issues
- Multiplayer bugs and disconnects
- Glitches with clan progression

**Requested features**

- Add more monster elements (e.g. wind, light, darkness)
- Improve clan/multiplayer functionality
- Allow more customization options for monsters
- Implement a training mode for testing attacks
- Add a save/backup feature to prevent data loss


### Squid Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/squid-simulator/id1577056934)

Explore a vast underwater world, consuming smaller fish while evading larger predators and humans. Survive in a dynamic aquatic environment.

**Highlights:** Vast underwater world exploration, Consume smaller fish, Evade larger predators, Beware of humans, Dynamic aquatic environment

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MonsterCrafter free?

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

### Is Squid Simulator free?

Squid Simulator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, MonsterCrafter or Squid Simulator?

MonsterCrafter is rated higher. MonsterCrafter averages 4.7 out of 5 from 6.6K ratings, while Squid Simulator averages 3.8 from 13 ratings.

### Do MonsterCrafter or Squid Simulator have ads?

MonsterCrafter shows ads; Squid Simulator does not.

### Which is updated more often, MonsterCrafter or Squid Simulator?

MonsterCrafter ships an update every 4 months, and Squid Simulator every 2 months. Most recently, MonsterCrafter was updated on September 29, 2026 and Squid Simulator on July 7, 2026.

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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.*