# Firefight vs Crash Dive 2

The clearest difference is price: Firefight at Free against Crash Dive 2's $9.99. Firefight also leads on ratings volume (2.1K vs 325). Crash Dive 2's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and review sentiment (93% vs 79%). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Firefight is free to download; Crash Dive 2 costs $9.99 up front. Firefight sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Crash Dive 2 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Crash Dive 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Firefight has 2.1K ratings behind it against 325, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Firefight's written reviews are positive against 93% of Crash Dive 2's.

Firefight ships an update every 2 weeks, Crash Dive 2 monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Firefight | Crash Dive 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $9.99 |
| Rating | [4.3 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firefight-ww2/id883314282/reviews) | **[4.7 (325 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crash-dive-2/id1530100306/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.1K** | 325 |
| Positive reviews | 79.2% of reviews | **93.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 902 MB | 352 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Sean O'Connor](https://appshunter.io/developer/305324345) | [Panic Ensues Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/884516169) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Crash Dive 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crash-dive-2/id1530100306)

Command a Gato-class submarine in the South Pacific, hunting enemy convoys and engaging in naval combat. Utilize stealth or direct offense, manage your crew, and upgrade your vessel through a lengthy campaign or random missions. Features dynamic weather and day/night cycles.

**Highlights:** Submarine simulation with arcade action, Stealth and offensive combat options, Day/night cycle and weather effects, Crew management and damage control, Submarine upgrade tech tree, Campaign mode and random missions, Modding editor

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Aleutian Islands Expansion | $4.99 | one-time |
| East Indies Expansion | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Great game mechanics
- 🔍 Detailed simulation
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🎨 Excellent graphics
- 🕹️ Customizable difficulty levels

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or glitches
- 🔢 Limited campaign or mission variety
- 🔍 Lack of external camera view
- 🔢 Unrealistic enemy behavior (e.g. torpedoes, depth charges)

**Reported bugs**

- Targeting reticle not appearing
- Rudder commands causing uncontrolled circling
- Game locking up unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- Add German U-boat campaign
- Implement more historical accuracy
- Introduce submarine tenders and friendly ports
- Provide crew management and customization options
- Add time acceleration feature


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Firefight free?

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

### Is Crash Dive 2 free?

Crash Dive 2 costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Firefight or Crash Dive 2?

Crash Dive 2 is rated higher. Firefight averages 4.3 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while Crash Dive 2 averages 4.7 from 325 ratings.

### Do Firefight or Crash Dive 2 have ads?

Neither Firefight nor Crash Dive 2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Firefight or Crash Dive 2?

Firefight ships an update every 2 weeks, and Crash Dive 2 monthly. Most recently, Firefight was updated on November 1, 2026 and Crash Dive 2 on November 3, 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.*