# Colossatron vs Tap Wizard 2

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Tap Wizard 2 at 83% against Colossatron's 36%. Tap Wizard 2 also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.5) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). Colossatron's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Colossatron sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Tap Wizard 2 sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tap Wizard 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.3K and 2.2K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of Colossatron's written reviews are positive against 83% of Tap Wizard 2's.

Colossatron ships an update every 2 months, Tap Wizard 2 every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Colossatron | Tap Wizard 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/colossatron/id680436745/reviews) | **[4.8 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-wizard-2-idle-magic-game/id1596750535/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.3K | **2.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 36.5% of reviews | **83.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 149 MB | 438 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Halfbrick](https://appshunter.io/developer/356994313) | [TopCog LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/936969300) |

## What reviewers say

### Colossatron

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/colossatron/id680436745)

Control a giant robotic snake and destroy cities in this unique blend of Match 3 and Snake gameplay. Merge power-ups to build devastating weapons and defeat formidable bosses across a chaotic global campaign. Experience intense boss fights and survival challenges without interruptions.

**Highlights:** Match 3 and Snake gameplay, Build and merge weapons, Global campaign mode, Epic boss fights, Intense survival challenges, No ads or in-app purchases (with subscription)

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Halfbrick+ | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ (Trial) | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ (Early Adopter) | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ | $29.99 | per year |
| Halfbrick+ | $29.99 | per year |
| Halfbrick+ | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Unique concept of controlling a destructive 'Colossatron'
- 🔥 Satisfying destruction and mayhem
- 💫 Nostalgic for many users

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Locked behind a subscription paywall
- 🤖 Lack of player control over Colossatron's movement
- 🔁 Repetitive campaign with limited content
- 🐛 Performance issues and crashes on some devices

**Reported bugs**

- Progress loss due to cloud sync issues
- Incompatibility with newer devices like iPad Pro

**Requested features**

- More levels and content updates
- Ability to control Colossatron's movement
- Option to purchase the game outright instead of subscription
- Difficulty settings and new game modes


### Tap Wizard 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-wizard-2-idle-magic-game/id1596750535)

Embark on an epic fantasy adventure as a wizard battling dark forces. Master elemental magic, upgrade your skills, and progress through a world filled with monsters and challenges. Play actively or let your wizard fight automatically.

**Highlights:** Idle gameplay option, Elemental magic spells (fire, ice, lightning), Character progression and upgrades, Multiple characters with unique abilities, Vast array of spells and runes, Numerous achievements and collectibles

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Gem Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Medium Gem Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pack of Great Value | $9.99 | one-time |
| The Dreamcatcher | $9.99 | one-time |
| Trials Pack | $11.99 | one-time |
| Big Gem Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Era Value Bundle 2 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Huge Gem Pack | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Enjoyable idle gameplay
- 🚀 Steady content updates
- 💡 Unique blend of idle and active gameplay
- 👍 Balanced progression system
- 👍 Minimal monetization

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- ⏱️ Slow progression for free players
- 🔍 Unclear mechanics and systems
- 🔍 Confusing user interface in some areas

**Reported bugs**

- Disappearing UI elements
- Inconsistent offline progress tracking
- Crashes when reaching certain progression milestones

**Requested features**

- More character/class customization options
- Improved offline progress tracking
- Ability to change character movement aggressiveness
- Notification settings for various game events


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Colossatron free?

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

### Is Tap Wizard 2 free?

Tap Wizard 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Colossatron or Tap Wizard 2?

Tap Wizard 2 is rated higher. Colossatron averages 3.5 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while Tap Wizard 2 averages 4.8 from 2.2K ratings.

### Do Colossatron or Tap Wizard 2 have ads?

Tap Wizard 2 shows ads; Colossatron does not.

### Which is updated more often, Colossatron or Tap Wizard 2?

Colossatron ships an update every 2 months, and Tap Wizard 2 every 2 weeks. Most recently, Colossatron was updated on October 17, 2026 and Tap Wizard 2 on October 20, 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.*