Comparison

Hacktivate vs P

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Hacktivate

Engage in a cybersecurity challenge with 240 missions across a global map, utilizing real hacking techniques. Learn skills from basic ciphers to advanced firewalls, with tutorials and scalable difficulty.

Highlights
  • 240 graded cybersecurity missions
  • Real-world hacking techniques
  • Hacker's Toolbox (hashing, encryption, ciphers)
  • Global progression across continents
  • Comprehensive tutorials and documentation
  • Scalable difficulty for all levels
  • Cross-device sync (iPhone, iPad, Mac)
Features
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Crack codes. Break firewalls. Conquer the map. Hacktivate is the ultimate cybersecurity challenge: a world map of 240 missions where every puzzle is built on real cybersecurity techniques hackers use. From classic ciphers to covert steganography, you’ll sharpen your brain while infiltrating deeper into the network. No fluff. No filler. Just pure challenges. - 240 graded missions across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and more – unlock all the continents with a one-time purchase. - The Hacker’s Toolbox: hashing, encryption, XOR, ciphers, and beyond. - Real-world attack techniques through Unix terminals, web browsers, digital forensics, SQL injection, and more. - Global progression: unlock regions and learn different specialties each time. - Comprehensive tutorials and documentation teach you the skills you need to win. - Difficulty that scales: from rookies breaking their first code to cyber masterminds cracking the strongest firewalls. - Play on iPhone, iPad, and Mac with a single purchase – your progress is auto-synced. - Include 10 challenge hints for free, but you can buy more using in-app purchase. Every lock is a challenge. Every mission is a test. Every solution pulls you deeper into the system. The network is waiting, and your mission starts now! Terms of service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Privacy policy: https://www.hacktivate.app/privacy Hacktivate for schools: https://www.hacktivate.app/schools

About

P

Features
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P-REx Zero Console: Parameterized Runtime Execution (Z3R0 Edition) I just wanted to run one function. RStudio didn’t open. My Wi-Fi disappeared. Cookies were required — tragically, not the snacking kind. So I made this. This is P-REx Zero, a lightweight demo version of the full P-REx app. It’s a stripped-down R console for your iPhone. No cloud. No account. No add-ins. Just R, running offline, like it’s 2004 and deep focus was still fashionable. Whether you’re simulating data from the couch, calculating probabilities at 35,000 feet, or panic-testing t.test() before a meeting, P-REx Zero shows up quietly and does the math. Like a stats TA who won’t judge your p-value or your life choices. What this version does: • Runs a focused set of core R functions • Good for testing, learning, and basic stats • Offline, because life happens • Remembers your variables, even if you don’t • No ads, no feeds, no “smart” tooltips Want more? The full version of P-REx unlocks 99+ functions, extended syntax support, and extra features. But this gets you started. The paid version of P-REx Console can be found here: https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/p-rex-console/id6743998835 I built it to run one line of code. Now I use it to avoid everything else.

Screenshots

Hacktivate4 screens
P1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: P at none against Hacktivate's 4. P also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.5). Hacktivate's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Hacktivate sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. P asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hacktivate ships an update every 5 days, P monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Hacktivate versus P: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHacktivateP
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (32 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews87.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings32 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.515.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size184 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHudson Heavy IndustriesAshish Srikanth

Bugs and requests

Hacktivate

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • 🐛 Useless but paid-for hint system

Requested features

1 request
  • Dark mode option

P

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Hacktivate

One-time4
  • Hint Packet$0.99
  • Hint Payload$3.99
  • Hint Overload$9.99
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  • Unlock Campaign$14.99
None

P

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Hacktivate free?
Hacktivate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is P free?
P is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Hacktivate or P have ads?
Neither Hacktivate nor P shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hacktivate or P?
Hacktivate ships an update every 5 days, and P monthly. Most recently, Hacktivate was updated on September 28, 2026 and P on September 13, 2026.

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