# Hot Potato Timer vs NPJ

The clearest difference is review sentiment: NPJ at 89% against Hot Potato Timer's 29%. NPJ also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.2) and ratings volume (2.6K vs 37). Hot Potato Timer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NPJ sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Hot Potato Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

NPJ holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NPJ has 2.6K ratings behind it against 37, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of Hot Potato Timer's written reviews are positive against 89% of NPJ's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hot Potato Timer | NPJ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.2 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hot-potato-timer/id864224706/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/npj-the-game/id6503628207/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 37 | **2.6K** |
| Positive reviews | 28.6% of reviews | **88.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 4 MB | 281 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Minner's Computer Services](https://appshunter.io/developer/597696529) | [Kramer Media GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1626305728) |

## What reviewers say

### Hot Potato Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hot-potato-timer/id864224706)

This game timer randomly selects a duration for each round, up to a maximum you set. It's perfect for quick games or building suspense, ensuring every play session is unique.

**Highlights:** Adjustable maximum time, Random game duration, Supports quick games, Builds suspense, Unique rounds

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### NPJ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/npj-the-game/id6503628207)

Embark on a daily survival challenge through July, facing unique enemies and bosses with a variety of humorous weapons. Customize your character with skins and collect upgrades to enhance your abilities. Can you help OkCron overcome the month's trials?

**Highlights:** 31 unique daily levels, Diverse enemies and bosses, Upgradable weapons, Customizable skins, Daily challenges

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gem Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Limited Time Premium NPJ | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium NPJ | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Life-changing
- 🤑 Helped with financial issues
- 🙏 Saved lives
- 🤯 Incredible, mind-blowing experience
- 🤗 Emotional, heartwarming

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 💰 Too many ads
- 🤕 Caused physical harm or discomfort

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezing or crashing
- Disappearing in-game items/progress
- Inability to claim pre-order bonus

**Requested features**

- Less ads
- Ability to claim pre-order bonus
- Improved gameplay and difficulty balancing


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hot Potato Timer free?

Hot Potato Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is NPJ free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Hot Potato Timer or NPJ?

NPJ is rated higher. Hot Potato Timer averages 2.2 out of 5 from 37 ratings, while NPJ averages 4.7 from 2.6K ratings.

### Do Hot Potato Timer or NPJ have ads?

NPJ shows ads; Hot Potato Timer does not.

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