# Critter Code vs Claw Master

The clearest difference is ads: Critter Code at none against Claw Master's shown. Claw Master's advantage is ratings volume (3.1K vs 8) and rating (4.5 vs 4.3). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Critter Code sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Claw Master sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Claw Master holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Claw Master has 3.1K 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 43% of Claw Master's.

Critter Code ships an update every 2 months, Claw Master monthly. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Critter Code | Claw Master |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/critter-code/id6746582689/reviews) | **[4.5 (3.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/claw-master-roguelike-hero/id6755685940/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **3.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **43.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#27** |
| Size | 222 MB | 309 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [POINTY PINE GAMES LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1817505687) | [AI Games FZ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1478916023) |

## 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 |


### Claw Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/claw-master-roguelike-hero/id6755685940)

**Currently charting:** #27 Top Free · Role Playing, #69 Top Free · Action, #84 Top Grossing · Action, #127 Top Grossing · Role Playing (US App Store)

Master a unique blend of claw machine mechanics and roguelike dungeon crawling. Grab resources, adapt your hero's build, and face challenging bosses in an endlessly replayable adventure.

**Highlights:** Claw machine gameplay for resource gathering, Procedurally generated roguelike dungeons, Strategic character build system, Challenging boss fights, Persistent character progression, Exploration of mysterious locations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gift Pack 01 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gift Pack 02 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gift Pack 03 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Gift Pack 04 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gift Pack 05 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gift Pack 06 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Gift Pack 07 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Gift Pack 08 | $25.99 | one-time |
| Gift Pack 09 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Gift Pack 10 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Gift Pack 11 | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Critter Code free?

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

### Is Claw Master free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Critter Code or Claw Master?

Claw Master is rated higher. Critter Code averages 4.3 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Claw Master averages 4.5 from 3.1K ratings.

### Do Critter Code or Claw Master have ads?

Claw Master shows ads; Critter Code does not.

### Which is updated more often, Critter Code or Claw Master?

Critter Code ships an update every 2 months, and Claw Master monthly. Most recently, Critter Code was updated on September 25, 2026 and Claw Master 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.*