# HackLab vs Root Access

The clearest difference is ads: HackLab at none against Root Access's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HackLab sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Root Access sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

HackLab ships an update every 2 weeks, Root Access every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HackLab | Root Access |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hacklab-hacker-simulator/id6761661931/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **5** | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Size | 53 MB | 79 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MEHMET CANKER (TR)](https://appshunter.io/developer/1565350155) | [Sergii Bilak](https://appshunter.io/developer/1656445812) |

## What reviewers say

### HackLab

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hacklab-hacker-simulator/id6761661931)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HackLab Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| HackLab Pro Annual | $24.99 | per year |
| 10 Hint Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5 Mission Unlocks | $1.99 | one-time |
| 7-Day XP Boost | $2.99 | one-time |
| HackLab Pro Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |


### Root Access

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/root-access/id6762136967)

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hacker Pro | $6.99 | per month |
| Hash Dust | $0.99 | one-time |
| Operative's Kit | $2.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Cold Wallet | $4.99 | one-time |
| Dark Pool | $9.99 | one-time |
| Shadow Fund | $9.99 | one-time |
| Zero-Day Protocol | $14.99 | one-time |
| Whale Drop | $19.99 | one-time |
| Satoshi Cache | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HackLab free?

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

### Is Root Access free?

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

### Do HackLab or Root Access have ads?

Root Access shows ads; HackLab does not.

### Which is updated more often, HackLab or Root Access?

HackLab ships an update every 2 weeks, and Root Access every 3 weeks. Most recently, HackLab was updated on September 24, 2026 and Root Access on September 13, 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.*