# Vainglory vs OVERDOX

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Vainglory at none against OVERDOX's 19. Vainglory also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (52K vs 4.3K). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. OVERDOX sells 19 one-off in-app purchases. Vainglory asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Vainglory against 4.7 for OVERDOX. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Vainglory has 52K ratings behind it against 4.3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 66% of Vainglory's written reviews are positive against 71% of OVERDOX's.

Vainglory ships an update monthly, OVERDOX every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 18, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Vainglory | OVERDOX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (52K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vainglory/id671464704/reviews) | [4.7 (4.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/overdox/id1455811990/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **52K** | 4.3K |
| Positive reviews | 66.1% of reviews | **71.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 2.2 GB | 1.3 GB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Super Evil Megacorp](https://appshunter.io/developer/671464707) | [HAEGIN Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1303470937) |

## What reviewers say

### Vainglory

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vainglory/id671464704)

Experience a cross-platform MOBA with PC-level strategic depth and mechanical skill, playable on any device. Engage in fast-paced battles or deep 5v5 arenas with over 48 unique heroes and a robust engine for smooth graphics and performance.

**Highlights:** Cross-platform play (PC, Mac, mobile), Over 48 unique heroes, Strategic macro play and objectives, Mechanical outplay with adrenaline system, Ability overdrive system, Real line-of-sight Fog of War, Casual and competitive game modes

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent graphics and gameplay
- 👍 Unique and diverse hero roster
- 🤖 Smooth controls and responsive gameplay
- 💎 Generous free-to-play model
- 🎨 Beautiful art style and character designs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Matchmaking and balancing issues
- 👥 Toxic player behavior and lack of communication tools
- 🔍 Difficulty for new players to get into the game
- 🕰️ Long queue times and connection problems
- 🔧 Bugs and glitches in recent updates

**Reported bugs**

- Abilities not registering correctly
- Frequent game crashes and freezes
- Incorrect hero targeting and movement issues
- Rewards and progression systems not working as intended

**Requested features**

- Add voice chat and team communication features
- Improve the new player experience and tutorial
- Implement a role queue system for matchmaking
- Expand the map and game modes beyond 3v3
- Streamline the UI and make it less cluttered


### OVERDOX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/overdox/id1455811990)

Engage in thrilling survival battles across diverse maps. Master unique combat skills, customize your loadout with over 100 equipment options, and choose from various game modes. Upgrade your gear and earn rewards to become the champion.

**Highlights:** Diverse map exploration, Intense combat mechanics, Extensive equipment customization, Multiple game modes, Gear upgrades and rewards, Drone customization

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| POUCH OF CRYSTALS | $1.99 | one-time |
| Lv. 1 Package | $1.99 | one-time |
| Daily Special Price Crystal | $2.99 | one-time |
| Hello 2020 Package | $3.99 | one-time |
| Battle Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lv. 5 Package | $4.99 | one-time |
| Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | one-time |
| The Big Jackpot Package | $5.99 | one-time |
| Gacha Coupon 10 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Epic Pass + Royal Pass | $7.99 | one-time |
| BUCKET OF CRYSTALS | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lv. 10 Package | $9.99 | one-time |
| Crystal 600 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gold 50000 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Epic Pass + Royal Pass | $13.99 | one-time |
| Gacha Package | $13.99 | one-time |
| Lv. 15 Package | $14.99 | one-time |
| Lv. 20 Package | $19.99 | one-time |
| WAGON OF CRYSTALS | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Unique combat system
- 💎 Generous free rewards
- 🎨 Appealing art style

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- ⚖️ Unbalanced matchmaking
- 💰 Pay-to-win elements
- 🕰️ Repetitive and monotonous

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues and temporary errors
- Targeting and attack registration problems
- Crashes during matchmaking

**Requested features**

- Add team/squad mode
- More diverse maps and game modes
- Improve upgrade/progression system
- Better communication features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Vainglory free?

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

### Is OVERDOX free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Vainglory or OVERDOX?

Vainglory and OVERDOX are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 52K and 4.3K ratings respectively.

### Do Vainglory or OVERDOX have ads?

OVERDOX shows ads; Vainglory does not.

### Which is updated more often, Vainglory or OVERDOX?

Vainglory ships an update monthly, and OVERDOX every 5 weeks. Most recently, Vainglory was updated on October 18, 2026 and OVERDOX on October 18, 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.*