Comparison

Scrip x402 vs HackLab

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

Head to head
About

Scrip x402

Features
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Invoke. Authorize. Execute. Scrip x402 is a terminal-style game that teaches you the x402 HTTP payment protocol — the emerging standard for machine-to-machine payments — by making you use it for real. Boot into WIRE OS. Choose your agent name. Run missions. Each mission sends a real HTTP request to an x402-gated endpoint. The server returns HTTP 402 — Payment Required. Your embedded wallet authorizes a USDC micro-payment. The server unlocks. Mission complete. No tutorials. No videos. You learn x402 by doing it. WIRE OS A full terminal environment on your iPhone. Issue commands, read response headers, watch payments clear on-chain. Every mission is a real network call — real endpoints, real blockchain, real USDC on Base and Arbitrum. AGENT PROGRESSION Build your rep through missions. Unlock specializations — Payment Architect, Network Analyst, Protocol Engineer. Climb the global leaderboard. Complete daily wire claims. Track your ops in your agent profile. BOUNTIES Time-limited challenges that push your skills. Chain multiple endpoints. Hit rate limits. Optimize for speed. New bounties every cycle. COMMUNITY MISSIONS Missions built and submitted by the x402 community. Real endpoints, real operators. Every mission teaches a different pattern — echo calls, oracle queries, relay chains. BUILT FOR WHAT'S NEXT x402 is how AI agents pay each other. As autonomous agents proliferate across the web, x402 becomes the payment layer underneath. Scrip x402 puts you ahead of that curve — with your hands on the protocol before it's everywhere. PRIVY EMBEDDED WALLET No seed phrases. No setup friction. Your wallet is created automatically on first launch and secured by your device. Connect an external wallet if you prefer. Start with zero. Earn your first rep. Build your agent. The wire is live.

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

Scrip x4024 screens
HackLab4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Scrip x402 at none against HackLab's 6. HackLab's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, 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. HackLab sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Scrip x402 asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scrip x402 ships an update every 9 days, HackLab every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Scrip x402 versus HackLab: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScrip x402HackLab
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.6 (5 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—5 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChad NealMEHMET CANKER (TR)

In-app purchases

None

Scrip x402

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 Scrip x402 free?
Scrip x402 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HackLab free?
HackLab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Scrip x402 or HackLab have ads?
Neither Scrip x402 nor HackLab shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Scrip x402 or HackLab?
Scrip x402 ships an update every 9 days, and HackLab every 2 weeks. Most recently, Scrip x402 was updated on September 18, 2026 and HackLab on September 24, 2026.

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