# Arma Tactics Lite vs Firefight

The clearest difference is rating: Firefight at 4.3 against Arma Tactics Lite's 3.1. Firefight also leads on review sentiment (79% vs 39%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 30 months). Arma Tactics Lite's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Firefight sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Arma Tactics Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

Firefight holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Firefight has 2.1K ratings behind it against 93, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 39% of Arma Tactics Lite's written reviews are positive against 79% of Firefight's.

Arma Tactics Lite ships an update every 30 months, Firefight every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Arma Tactics Lite | Firefight |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (93 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arma-tactics-lite/id878974276/reviews) | **[4.3 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firefight-ww2/id883314282/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 93 | **2.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 38.8% of reviews | **78.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 30 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 391 MB | 903 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Bohemia Interactive a.s.](https://appshunter.io/developer/410378283) | [Sean O'Connor](https://appshunter.io/developer/305324345) |

## What reviewers say

### Arma Tactics Lite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arma-tactics-lite/id878974276)

A turn-based strategy game where you command a four-member Special Forces team. Make strategic decisions for combat, utilizing stealth or direct approaches with various weapons against diverse enemies. Offers replayable missions and unlockable content.

**Highlights:** Turn-based combat, Special Forces team control, Story-driven and randomized missions, Stealth and direct combat options, Unlockable weapons and achievements, Campaigns and replayable missions

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Firefight

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firefight-ww2/id883314282)

Experience World War II combat with unparalleled detail. This real-time simulation game features realistic physics for vehicles, individually modeled soldiers with vital stats, and dynamic squad interactions. Call in artillery support and engage in strategic battles against sophisticated AI or other players online.

**Highlights:** Realistic tank physics and movement, 3D modeled ballistics and ricochets, Individual soldier stats (rank, health, fatigue), Dynamic squad AI for ammo and medical support, Call-in off-board artillery support, Multiplayer versus AI or friends online

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Autoire-Saint-Martin | $2.99 | one-time |
| Bléneau Railway Station | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remilly Town | $2.99 | one-time |
| Trichon Canal | $2.99 | one-time |
| Hill 112 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Villers-Bocage | $2.99 | one-time |
| Western Front Maps | $9.99 | one-time |
| Eastern Front maps | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pacific Front Maps | $9.99 | one-time |
| Modern City Maps | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Constantly updated
- 👍 Detailed and immersive
- 🚀 Excellent replay value
- 👍 Realistic combat simulation
- 👍 Impressive attention to detail

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Tank AI issues
- 🐛 Troops not responsive to orders
- 🐛 Visibility issues with terrain
- 🔒 Paywall for most content

**Reported bugs**

- Tanks turning away from targets
- Troops not moving under fire
- Inability to see hidden enemies
- Inconsistent unit performance

**Requested features**

- Defensive missions
- Sandbox/custom battle mode
- Medic/support units
- Expanded campaigns (Eastern Front, Pacific, etc.)
- Multiplayer functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Arma Tactics Lite free?

Arma Tactics Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Firefight free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Arma Tactics Lite or Firefight?

Firefight is rated higher. Arma Tactics Lite averages 3.1 out of 5 from 93 ratings, while Firefight averages 4.3 from 2.1K ratings.

### Do Arma Tactics Lite or Firefight have ads?

Neither Arma Tactics Lite nor Firefight shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Arma Tactics Lite or Firefight?

Arma Tactics Lite ships an update every 30 months, and Firefight every 2 weeks. Most recently, Arma Tactics Lite was updated on November 1, 2026 and Firefight on November 9, 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.*