Comparison

HACKR vs HackLab

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

Head to head
About

HACKR

Features
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Enter the cyber underground and start your journey as a rookie hacker in HACKR – Hacker Simulator RPG, a deep 2D simulation game where strategy, skill and decisions shape your destiny. Build your hacker career from scratch: complete hacking jobs, upgrade your computer, mine crypto, design powerful viruses, and compete in PvP arena battles. Choose your own path — become a legendary hacker, a crypto tycoon, or a stealth master. CORE FEATURES Hacker Simulation RPG Start with nothing and grow into the most powerful hacker in the digital underground. Skill-Based Mini Games Play Snake Maze, Password Cracker and Keyboard Rush to complete real hacking operations. Crypto Mining & Economy Build your GPU rig, mine crypto, manage electricity cost, and grow your passive income empire. Virus Builder System Design custom viruses with dozens of components. Spread them, earn passive income — but avoid police detection. PvP Arena Compete in real-time hacking battles. Crack passwords faster, win tap battles, climb global rankings. Deep Progression Level up Coding, Network, Crypto, Social and Stealth skills. Unlock perks, new jobs and powerful tools. Custom Hacker Room Upgrade your hacker room, furniture and equipment. Earn passive reputation and customize your cyber base. Dynamic Crypto Market Trade crypto, track profit/loss and grow your digital portfolio. Story Campaign & Choices Make moral decisions that shape your hacker identity and unlock different paths. Play online or offline, compete globally, and dominate the cyber world. Start your hacker journey now. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.hackr.tech/privacy

About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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

Screenshots

HACKR4 screens
HackLab4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HACKR at none against HackLab's 6. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. HackLab sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. HACKR asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
HACKR versus HackLab: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHACKRHackLab
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.6 (5 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—5 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size75 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTalha DemirezenMEHMET CANKER (TR)

In-app purchases

None

HACKR

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

HackLab

Subscriptions2
  • HackLab Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
  • HackLab Pro Annual$24.991 Year
One-time4
  • 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

Questions

Is HACKR free?
HACKR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HackLab free?
HackLab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do HACKR or HackLab have ads?
Neither HACKR nor HackLab shows ads.

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