# Age Evolution vs Merge Acrobats

Age Evolution and Merge Acrobats both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 38% of Age Evolution's written reviews are positive against 0% of Merge Acrobats's. Age Evolution also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Merge Acrobats's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Age Evolution sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Merge Acrobats sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Age Evolution against 4.9 for Merge Acrobats. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 529 and 270 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 38% of Age Evolution's written reviews are positive against 0% of Merge Acrobats's.

Age Evolution ships an update fortnightly, Merge Acrobats every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Age Evolution | Merge Acrobats |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (529 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/age-evolution/id6760459419/reviews) | **[4.9 (270 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/merge-acrobats-idle-loop/id6772976372/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **529** | 270 |
| Positive reviews | **38.5% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 650 MB | 277 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HORUS ENTERTAINMENT PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1856077633) | [EVERMAKER GLOBAL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1876223020) |

## What reviewers say

### Age Evolution

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/age-evolution/id6760459419)

Engage in a thrilling runner game where you evolve through different eras by upgrading weapons, strengthening your army, and unlocking powerful skills. Prepare for battle, collect new gear, and conquer each dynasty in a quest for ultimate power.

**Highlights:** Upgrade weapons and army before battle, Collect new weapons during gameplay, Unlock powerful skill cards, Progress through multiple eras and dynasties, Strengthen economy for faster growth, Equip rings and armor for boosts

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

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| REBORN CARD MONTHLY | $5.99 | per month |
| GRACE CARD MONTHLY | $10.99 | per month |
| TIME LINE 1 - AGE 2 OFFER | $0.99 | one-time |
| TIME LINE 1 - AGE 3 OFFER | $0.99 | one-time |
| ENERGY 1 SALE | $1.49 | one-time |
| TIME LINE 1 - AGE 5 OFFER | $1.99 | one-time |
| ENERGY 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| REMOVE ADS SALE | $1.99 | one-time |
| TIME LINE 1 - AGE 4 OFFER | $1.99 | one-time |
| ENERGY 2 SALE | $3.49 | one-time |
| GEM 1 | $3.99 | one-time |
| REMOVE ADS | $3.99 | one-time |
| ENERGY 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| ENERGY JAR | $4.99 | one-time |
| RARE UNDEAD EQUIPMENT | $5.99 | one-time |
| PIGGY BANK | $5.99 | one-time |
| STARTER PACK 1 | $5.99 | one-time |
| ENERGY 3 SALE | $8.49 | one-time |
| EVOLUTION PASS | $8.99 | one-time |
| GEM 2 | $9.99 | one-time |
| ENERGY 3 | $13.99 | one-time |


### Merge Acrobats

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/merge-acrobats-idle-loop/id6772976372)

Build an ultimate acrobat rope show by merging performers and expanding rope paths. Watch your acrobats jump through rings and earn rewards in this relaxing idle tycoon game. Grow your circus even when you're away.

**Highlights:** Merge acrobats to create stronger performers, Expand rope paths for a bigger show, Acrobats jump through rings for bonuses, Idle gameplay for offline earnings, Build the ultimate circus attraction, Relaxing progression

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Tickets | $1.99 | one-time |
| Ads Remove | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Age Evolution free?

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

### Is Merge Acrobats free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Age Evolution or Merge Acrobats?

Merge Acrobats is rated higher. Age Evolution averages 4.8 out of 5 from 529 ratings, while Merge Acrobats averages 4.9 from 270 ratings.

### Do Age Evolution or Merge Acrobats have ads?

Age Evolution shows ads; Merge Acrobats does not.

### Which is updated more often, Age Evolution or Merge Acrobats?

Age Evolution ships an update fortnightly, and Merge Acrobats every 2 months. Most recently, Age Evolution was updated on September 26, 2026 and Merge Acrobats on September 29, 2026.

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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.*