# HACKR vs Contraband

The clearest difference is rating: Contraband at 5.0 against HACKR's 4.5. Contraband also leads on ratings volume (8 vs 2). HACKR's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Contraband sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. HACKR asks for nothing beyond the download.

Contraband holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 8 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HACKR | Contraband |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hackr-hacker-simulator-rpg/id6759113748/reviews) | **[5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/contraband/id6778525968/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **8** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 8 days |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 75 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Talha Demirezen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1876375250) | [Ian Robinson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871564096) |

## What reviewers say

### HACKR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hackr-hacker-simulator-rpg/id6759113748)

Embark on a 2D simulation journey as a rookie hacker. Build your career by completing jobs, upgrading your computer, mining crypto, and engaging in skill-based mini-games. Design viruses, compete in PvP battles, and make choices that shape your hacker identity.

**Highlights:** Hacker career simulation, Skill-based mini-games, Crypto mining and economy, Virus builder system, PvP arena battles, Deep skill progression, Customizable hacker room

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Contraband

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/contraband/id6778525968)

Engage in a fast-paced drug trading simulation across six American cities. Manage your cash, survive random events, and choose a criminal faction to maximize your profits within a 30-day limit. Your choices determine your survival and success in the game's challenging circuit.

**Highlights:** Drug trading simulation, Six American cities, 30-day survival challenge, Multiple criminal factions, Random street events, Health and jail mechanics, Banking and loan system

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The Mafia | $0.99 | one-time |
| The Cartel | $0.99 | one-time |
| The Outlaws | $0.99 | one-time |
| The Yakuza | $0.99 | one-time |
| The Red Network | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HACKR free?

HACKR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Contraband free?

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

### Which has better reviews, HACKR or Contraband?

Contraband is rated higher. HACKR averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Contraband averages 5.0 from 8 ratings.

### Do HACKR or Contraband have ads?

Neither HACKR nor Contraband shows ads.

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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.*