BlackSun Net vs HackLab
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BlackSun Net
Engage in a simulated cyberpunk hacking experience where you build and upgrade your virtual rig. Breach targets, earn rewards while offline, and compete on global leaderboards without any real-world consequences.
- Simulated cyberpunk hacking gameplay
- Virtual rig component upgrades
- Idle rewards while offline
- Interactive network map with mission tiers
- Skill trees for character progression
- Global leaderboard competition
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Jack in. Breach the network. Build a machine nothing can stop. BlackSun Net is a cyberpunk idle hacker for iPhone and iPad. Run timed breaches across a living network map, beat a mini-game to boost every payout, and turn the spoils into a rig that keeps getting faster, even while you're away. NEW IN 1.2: BEYOND TIER 5 Your hardware no longer stops at Tier 5. Five new tiers (Prototype, Military, Black-Ops, Quantum and Singularity) take every module to Tier 10. Recover rare Schematics from Tier 6 to Tier 10 missions, compile three into one of the next tier in the Fabricator, and upgrade your way to a Singularity rig. Drop odds are published in the game, and a signal meter guarantees progress through long dry streaks. BREACH • Ten mission tiers, from one-minute probes to twelve-hour deep breaches • Five mini-games that raise your rewards: Packet Injection, Memory Dump, Port Scan, Cipher Crack and Firewall Breach • Run up to four missions at once on an interactive network map BUILD • Five module types (CPU, RAM, Motherboard, NIC and Firewall) across ten tiers • Six skill trees with 90 nodes and 450 upgrades • Stats that compound, from faster missions to cheaper upgrades RUN THE ECONOMY • Data Farms that keep extracting while you're offline • A Black Market for trading resources • Overclocks for timed boosts • A Chip Shop for boosts and cosmetics COME BACK DAILY • A seven-day login streak • Three daily contracts with a completion bonus • A reward wheel and a weekly bonus rotation COMPETE • A global leaderboard with Game Center • Your own hacker handle and avatar • Every result is verified on our servers, so the rankings stay fair PRIVACY FIRST • No ads and no third-party analytics • No location tracking • Delete your account at any time from Settings Designed for iPhone, iPad and iPhone Duo. Requires iOS 18 or later and an internet connection. Privacy Policy: https://blacksun.network/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Premium Access is an auto-renewable monthly subscription that unlocks a 4th simultaneous mission slot. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings.
HackLab
Master ethical hacking in a realistic terminal environment. Learn cybersecurity techniques through hands-on missions, from scanning to exploitation, with an AI-powered hint system and global leaderboards.
- Authentic terminal gameplay
- Mission-based progression
- AI-powered hint system
- Rank progression and leaderboards
- Daily missions and streaks
- Real cybersecurity skills practice
- Simulated safe environment
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BECOME A CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST HackLab AI is the most immersive mobile hacking simulator ever created. Step into a realistic terminal environment and master the art of ethical hacking through hands-on missions — no prior experience required. Unlike passive course apps, HackLab puts you directly in the hacker's seat. Type real commands into an authentic terminal, exploit vulnerabilities, and crack into simulated systems. Every mission teaches you actual cybersecurity techniques used by professionals. ▸ AUTHENTIC TERMINAL GAMEPLAY Type real commands like nmap, sqlmap, and curl into a fully-functional terminal simulator. Every command is parsed, evaluated, and responds with realistic output. Feel the satisfaction of running a successful exploit. ▸ MISSION-BASED PROGRESSION Progress through three attack phases: SCAN → ANALYZE → EXPLOIT. Each mission teaches a specific skill — from port scanning to SQL injection, credential enumeration to log analysis. Unlock harder challenges as you level up. ▸ AI-POWERED HINT SYSTEM Stuck on a step? Our intelligent hint engine provides contextual clues at three escalating levels. Get vague nudges, directional tips, or nearly-explicit walkthroughs. Learn at your own pace. ▸ RANK UP FROM SCRIPT KIDDIE TO LEGEND Earn XP with every completed mission. Progress through five ranks: Script Kiddie → Hacker → Elite → Root → Legend. Compete on the global leaderboard and prove your skills. ▸ DAILY MISSIONS + STREAKS New mission delivered every day. Build a streak, earn bonus XP, and climb the rankings. Perfect for your daily commute or training session. ▸ REAL CYBERSECURITY SKILLS - Port scanning with nmap - SQL injection exploitation - XSS probing and payload crafting - Network reconnaissance and enumeration - Log analysis and forensics - Web application security testing - Multi-phase attack chains ▸ SAFE ENVIRONMENT Every mission runs in a completely simulated environment. No real systems, no real risk. Learn dangerous techniques safely before applying them in legitimate CTF competitions or authorized penetration tests. ▸ EARN BADGES Unlock achievements: First Breach, Speed Demon, Ghost (zero errors), No Hints, Streak Master, Pro Hacker. Show off your hacker credentials. ▸ GLOBAL LEADERBOARD See how you rank against hackers worldwide. Track your progress toward the top 1%. ▸ BUILT FOR SERIOUS LEARNERS Whether you're preparing for a CompTIA Security+ exam, studying for OSCP, or just curious about how real cyberattacks work, HackLab gives you the practical experience no textbook can provide. ▸ PRO SUBSCRIPTION Upgrade to unlock unlimited missions, advanced scenarios, all difficulty tiers, and unlimited hints. One subscription, full access. Download HackLab AI now and start your journey from script kiddie to legendary hacker. --- Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://coddykit.com/terms/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ratings volume: HackLab at 16 against BlackSun Net's 2. HackLab also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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
Both are free to download. BlackSun Net sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and HackLab sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
BlackSun Net holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HackLab has 16 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
BlackSun Net ships an update monthly, HackLab every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BlackSun Net | HackLab |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | 4.8 (16 ratings) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 16 — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 84 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | GravityFish, LLC | MEHMET CANKER (TR) |
Customer experience
BlackSun Net
HackLab
In-app purchases
BlackSun Net
- Mission Slot 4 Monthly$4.991 Month
- 100 Cache Pack$0.99
- 100 Data Pack$0.99
- 100 Chips Pack$0.99
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- 500 Data Pack$2.99
- 500 Cache Pack$2.99
- 500 Chips Pack$2.99
- 2500 Metal Pack$9.99
- 2500 Cache Pack$9.99
- 2500 Data Pack$9.99
- 2500 Chips Pack$9.99
HackLab
- HackLab Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
- HackLab Pro Annual$24.991 Year
- 10 Hint Credits$0.99
- 5 Mission Unlocks$1.99
- 7-Day XP Boost$2.99
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- HackLab Pro Lifetime$59.99







