# Bullet'nSurf vs Phoenix Returns

The clearest difference is rating: Bullet'nSurf at 5.0 against Phoenix Returns's 3.5. Bullet'nSurf also leads on review sentiment (78% vs 40%). Phoenix Returns's advantage is price ($0.99 vs $1.99) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.6). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Bullet'nSurf costs $1.99 and Phoenix Returns $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Bullet'nSurf holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of Bullet'nSurf's written reviews are positive against 40% of Phoenix Returns's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bullet'nSurf | Phoenix Returns |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **$0.99** |
| Rating | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bulletnsurf/id727740379/reviews)** | [3.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phoenix-returns/id6448354757/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **77.8% of reviews** | 40.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | — |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Size | 82 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [koji shimono](https://appshunter.io/developer/727740382) | [Lazaros Dinakis](https://appshunter.io/developer/335501411) |

## What reviewers say

### Bullet'nSurf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bulletnsurf/id727740379)

Experience an extreme Japanese-style bullet hell shooter where you shoot and ride on the wave of a return cartridge. Choose from four unique 'Surf Rider' types, each with distinct shooting and combat abilities, and master the exhilarating bullet-back shot system to achieve high scores.

**Highlights:** Japanese-style bullet hell shooting, Ride on the wave of a return cartridge, Four distinct 'Surf Rider' types, Surf Sword for close combat, Bullet-back shot system (Bullet Surf), Score magnification via Surf rate

**In-app purchases:** none


### Phoenix Returns

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phoenix-returns/id6448354757)

Experience an 80s arcade classic where you battle waves of bird-like aliens. Your mission is to defeat the ultimate Phoenix Mothership boss.

**Highlights:** Wave-based alien combat, Retro 80s arcade style, Boss battles, Classic gameplay mechanics

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bullet'nSurf free?

Bullet'nSurf costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Phoenix Returns free?

Phoenix Returns costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Bullet'nSurf or Phoenix Returns?

Bullet'nSurf is rated higher. Bullet'nSurf averages 5.0 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Phoenix Returns averages 3.5 from 2 ratings.

### Do Bullet'nSurf or Phoenix Returns have ads?

Neither Bullet'nSurf nor Phoenix Returns shows ads.

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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.*