# GiraffeGaffe vs Digger Machine

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Digger Machine at 336 against GiraffeGaffe's 4. Digger Machine also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). GiraffeGaffe's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and review sentiment (100% vs 79%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GiraffeGaffe sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Digger Machine sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GiraffeGaffe holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Digger Machine has 336 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of GiraffeGaffe's written reviews are positive against 79% of Digger Machine's.

GiraffeGaffe ships an update every 4 weeks, Digger Machine every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GiraffeGaffe | Digger Machine |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/giraffegaffe/id703296797/reviews)** | [4.5 (336 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digger-machine-dig-minerals/id996857258/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **336** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 79.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 53 MB | 104 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [One Fat Giraffe](https://appshunter.io/developer/702713050) | [Dariusz Mazur](https://appshunter.io/developer/829907063) |

## What reviewers say

### GiraffeGaffe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/giraffegaffe/id703296797)

Guide a lonely giraffe on an escape from the zoo in this addictive side-scrolling action game. Maneuver through a hot air balloon, avoid hazards, and collect power-ups to achieve high scores. Enjoy intuitive controls and an infinitely spanning world with multiple backdrops.

**Highlights:** Intuitive one-touch controls, Four unique power-ups, Shoot hazards with stars, Slow time ability, Interact with objects, Infinitely spanning world, Game Center leaderboard

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Leaves | $0.99 | one-time |
| 200 Leaves | $1.99 | one-time |
| 500 Leaves | $2.99 | one-time |


### Digger Machine

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digger-machine-dig-minerals/id996857258)

Embark on an arcade adventure to unearth valuable minerals like gold and diamonds. Upgrade your digging machine, build bases, and navigate treacherous mines filled with traps and bosses. Collect and sell 50 types of minerals to enhance your equipment and become the ultimate miner.

**Highlights:** Dig for 50 types of minerals, Upgrade digging machine, Build bases, Navigate 3 underground mines, Complete missions, Use 6 special actions

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Diamond Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Diamond Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Time limited custom pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Good and valuable starter pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Big Diamond Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| 50% off - Best available sale! | $6.99 | one-time |
| Golden Diamond Pack | $11.99 | one-time |
| Mega Diamond Pack | $13.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Highly addictive and engaging gameplay
- 👍 Faithful recreation of classic Motherload game
- 📱 Works well on mobile devices
- ⏱️ Great time-killer/casual entertainment
- 💰 Reasonable monetization with minimal ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Pay-to-win mechanics after initial hours
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 💾 Progress deletion on death or app closure
- 📺 Ad-related issues (black screens, fake X buttons)
- ⚠️ Game-breaking gem loss bug

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes when typing feedback
- Progress deleted on death despite save system
- Black screen after watching ads for revival
- Gems consumed without unlocking base
- Player stuck in rocks with no escape

**Requested features**

- Character customization options
- Ability to dig upward
- More levels/content
- Map feature
- Confirmation dialog for restart button


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GiraffeGaffe free?

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

### Is Digger Machine free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GiraffeGaffe or Digger Machine?

GiraffeGaffe is rated higher. GiraffeGaffe averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Digger Machine averages 4.5 from 336 ratings.

### Do GiraffeGaffe or Digger Machine have ads?

Both GiraffeGaffe and Digger Machine show ads.

### Which is updated more often, GiraffeGaffe or Digger Machine?

GiraffeGaffe ships an update every 4 weeks, and Digger Machine every 3 months. Most recently, GiraffeGaffe was updated on October 11, 2026 and Digger Machine on September 30, 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.*