# A+ World Map Editor Sandbox vs Dot Battles

The clearest difference is rating: A+ World Map Editor Sandbox at 4.6 against Dot Battles's 3.5. A+ World Map Editor Sandbox also leads on ratings volume (2.1K vs 2) and chart position (#37 vs unranked). Dot Battles's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. A+ World Map Editor Sandbox sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Dot Battles sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

A+ World Map Editor Sandbox holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: A+ World Map Editor Sandbox has 2.1K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | A+ World Map Editor Sandbox | Dot Battles |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-plus-world-map-editor-sandbox/id6749839822/reviews)** | [3.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dot-battles/id6753663045/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.1K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 77.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#37** | — |
| Size | 71 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hsin Yee Low](https://appshunter.io/developer/1832406389) | [404 Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/299967208) |

## What reviewers say

### A+ World Map Editor Sandbox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-plus-world-map-editor-sandbox/id6749839822)

**Currently charting:** #37 Top Free · Trivia, #93 Top Grossing · Trivia (US App Store)

Design and customize your own version of Earth, from redrawing borders to renaming regions. This offline sandbox allows you to create fantasy empires or simulate alternate histories with detailed control over maps, flags, and even 3D globe exploration.

**Highlights:** Start with real-world maps, Offline functionality, Rename countries, cities, oceans, Edit and redraw borders, Set custom flags and colors, 2D and 3D globe exploration, Add animated stickers and track stats

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PLUS Editor | $2.99 | one-time |
| PRO Editor | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Pretty good app
- 💡 Best world map editor ever

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😤 Pro features should be free
- 🐛 Crashes and glitches

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to capture countries or provinces on mobile
- Flags glitch out when camera is moved

**Requested features**

- Make flag map and other pro features free
- Fix the occupy option and camera glitches


### Dot Battles

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dot-battles/id6753663045)

Watch colorful armies battle for territory in this mesmerizing pixel war simulator. Set up your battlefield with various modes and effects, customize teams, and save your progress to continue epic conflicts.

**Highlights:** Multiple battle modes, Strategic battle effects, Save and resume battles, Customizable teams and colors, Real-time statistics tracking, Keep screen awake

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Support Dot Battles! | $0.99 | one-time |
| $1.99 Donation | $1.99 | one-time |
| $9.99 Donation | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is A+ World Map Editor Sandbox free?

A+ World Map Editor Sandbox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Dot Battles free?

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

### Which has better reviews, A+ World Map Editor Sandbox or Dot Battles?

A+ World Map Editor Sandbox is rated higher. A+ World Map Editor Sandbox averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while Dot Battles averages 3.5 from 2 ratings.

### Do A+ World Map Editor Sandbox or Dot Battles have ads?

A+ World Map Editor Sandbox shows ads; Dot Battles does not.

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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.*