# DEAD TRIGGER 2 vs Dead Spreading

The clearest difference is rating: DEAD TRIGGER 2 at 4.7 against Dead Spreading's 4.3. DEAD TRIGGER 2 also leads on ratings volume (112K vs 1.6K) and review sentiment (73% vs 59%). Dead Spreading's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DEAD TRIGGER 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Dead Spreading sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DEAD TRIGGER 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DEAD TRIGGER 2 has 112K ratings behind it against 1.6K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of DEAD TRIGGER 2's written reviews are positive against 59% of Dead Spreading's.

DEAD TRIGGER 2 ships an update every 6 weeks, Dead Spreading every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DEAD TRIGGER 2 | Dead Spreading |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (112K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dead-trigger-2-zombie-games/id720063540/reviews)** | [4.3 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dead-spreadingsaving/id1463350112/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **112K** | 1.6K |
| Positive reviews | **73.1% of reviews** | 59.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1.1 GB | 261 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Deca Games EOOD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1472223668) | [YOULOFT GAMES](https://appshunter.io/developer/1701061147) |

## What reviewers say

### DEAD TRIGGER 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dead-trigger-2-zombie-games/id720063540)

Engage in a thrilling zombie apocalypse FPS adventure. Build a hideout, recruit specialists, and battle through diverse war scenarios with a vast arsenal of weapons and gadgets. Experience console-quality graphics and precise controls in this action-packed shooter.

**Highlights:** Build and manage a personal hideout, Explore 10 regions and 33 battlefields, Over 600 gameplay scenarios, Unlock 70+ gun weapons, Utilize melee weapons and gadgets, Weekly tournaments

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Fist of Gold | $2.99 | one-time |
| Pocket Money | $2.99 | one-time |
| Startup Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Permanent Money Booster | $2.99 | one-time |
| Pot of Gold | $4.99 | one-time |
| Payoff | $4.99 | one-time |
| Area 51 Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| Small Fortune | $9.99 | one-time |
| Trust Fund | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gold Bath | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent gameplay
- 👍 Great graphics
- 👍 Smooth controls
- 🔒 No pay-to-win mechanics
- 👍 Engaging campaign

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes when getting blueprints
- ⏱️ Long upgrade/wait times
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🔁 Repetitive missions
- 🚫 Lack of new content after certain progress

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on certain missions (e.g. 'Can't Touch This' in China)
- Inability to close blueprint screens on iPhone X
- Disappearing campaign missions after reaching certain tech level

**Requested features**

- More campaign missions and story content
- Character customization options
- Multiplayer mode
- Offline play
- Reduced upgrade/wait times


### Dead Spreading

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dead-spreadingsaving/id1463350112)

Survive a zombie apocalypse by strategically deploying soldiers and upgrading weapons. Explore ruins for resources, complete missions, and defend the city to save humanity from the undead.

**Highlights:** Unlock and deploy soldiers, Upgrade weapons, Scavenge for resources, Complete missions, Destroy zombies, Save the city

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Newcomer first recharge | $0.99 | one-time |
| 20 diamonds | $1.99 | one-time |
| 75 diamond | $4.99 | one-time |
| Luxury first recharge | $6.99 | one-time |
| 200 diamond | $9.99 | one-time |
| Special package | $19.99 | one-time |
| 800 diamond | $24.99 | one-time |
| Value package | $34.99 | one-time |
| 2000 diamond | $49.99 | one-time |
| Crown gift package | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🚀 Simple and easy to play
- 💎 Enjoyable progression system

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔷 Difficult to obtain diamonds for upgrades
- 🔁 Repetitive gameplay at higher levels
- 🐛 Ads not always working as intended
- 🔋 Game can be battery-intensive

**Reported bugs**

- Invisible zombies making the game unplayable
- Treasure chests not opening properly
- Freezing and crashing issues
- Character movement and targeting problems

**Requested features**

- More levels and content updates
- Improved character upgrade system
- Ability to control characters more directly
- Better balance between coins and diamonds


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DEAD TRIGGER 2 free?

DEAD TRIGGER 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Dead Spreading free?

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

### Which has better reviews, DEAD TRIGGER 2 or Dead Spreading?

DEAD TRIGGER 2 is rated higher. DEAD TRIGGER 2 averages 4.7 out of 5 from 112K ratings, while Dead Spreading averages 4.3 from 1.6K ratings.

### Do DEAD TRIGGER 2 or Dead Spreading have ads?

Both DEAD TRIGGER 2 and Dead Spreading show ads.

### Which is updated more often, DEAD TRIGGER 2 or Dead Spreading?

DEAD TRIGGER 2 ships an update every 6 weeks, and Dead Spreading every 3 weeks. Most recently, DEAD TRIGGER 2 was updated on October 28, 2026 and Dead Spreading on October 25, 2026.

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