# Critter Code vs DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow

The clearest difference is update cadence: DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow at weekly against Critter Code's every 2 months. DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow also leads on ratings volume (1.2K vs 8) and review sentiment (53% vs 33%). Critter Code's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Critter Code sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow has 1.2K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Critter Code's written reviews are positive against 53% of DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow's.

Critter Code ships an update every 2 months, DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow weekly. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Critter Code | DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/critter-code/id6746582689/reviews) | **[4.5 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dragon-quest-smashgrow/id6747737418/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **52.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#199** |
| Size | 222 MB | 1.5 GB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [POINTY PINE GAMES LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1817505687) | [SQUARE ENIX](https://appshunter.io/developer/300186801) |

## What reviewers say

### Critter Code

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/critter-code/id6746582689)

Discover and collect unique monsters by scanning barcodes on everyday items. Train your creatures, evolve them, and engage in turn-based battles to become the ultimate champion. Turn your world into a monster battlefield!

**Highlights:** Scan barcodes to discover monsters, Collect, train, and upgrade Critters, Engage in turn-based battles, Evolve creatures, Real-world item integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads Forever | $1.49 | one-time |
| "Start" Package | $1.49 | one-time |
| "Treasure Hunter" Package | $2.79 | one-time |
| Special Supply | $3.49 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $6.49 | one-time |
| "Lover's Gold" Package | $6.49 | one-time |
| Special Chest Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| "Premium Treasure" Package | $12.99 | one-time |
| "Space Treasure" Package | $18.99 | one-time |
| Mythical Critter Pack | $54.99 | one-time |


### DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dragon-quest-smashgrow/id6747737418)

**Currently charting:** #199 Top Grossing · Action (US App Store)

Experience a roguelite RPG adventure with fast-paced combat and strategic character growth. Smash monsters, unlock new abilities, and explore ever-changing dungeons. Team up with friends for cooperative quests and face challenging content.

**Highlights:** Roguelite RPG adventure, Fast, intuitive combat, Random Blessings for unique runs, Variety of classic vocations, Main story quests, Co-op quests with up to 3 players, Challenging content like Gauntlette and Shrines

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gem pack A | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gem pack B | $3.99 | one-time |
| Gem pack C | $7.99 | one-time |
| Gem pack D | $12.99 | one-time |
| Gem pack E | $19.99 | one-time |
| Gem pack F | $32.99 | one-time |
| Gem pack G | $65.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Critter Code free?

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

### Is DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow free?

DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Critter Code or DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow?

DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow is rated higher. Critter Code averages 4.3 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow averages 4.5 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do Critter Code or DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow have ads?

Neither Critter Code nor DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Critter Code or DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow?

Critter Code ships an update every 2 months, and DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow weekly. Most recently, Critter Code was updated on September 25, 2026 and DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow on September 25, 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.*