# Totem Smash vs Fruit Candy Puzzle

The clearest difference is ads: Totem Smash at none against Fruit Candy Puzzle's shown. Totem Smash also leads on ratings volume (476 vs 6) and iOS requirement (5.0 vs 12.0). Fruit Candy Puzzle's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 66%) and rating (4.7 vs 4.4). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Totem Smash sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Fruit Candy Puzzle sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Fruit Candy Puzzle holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Totem Smash has 476 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Totem Smash's written reviews are positive against 100% of Fruit Candy Puzzle's.

Totem Smash ships an update every 2 months, Fruit Candy Puzzle monthly. Both last shipped on October 15, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Totem Smash | Fruit Candy Puzzle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (476 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/totem-smash/id903506713/reviews) | **[4.7 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fruit-candy-puzzle/id1639026310/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **476** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 66.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 14 MB | 188 MB |
| Requires iOS | **5.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ketchapp](https://appshunter.io/developer/528065807) | [JULYIS CO.,LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1519180414) |

## What reviewers say

### Totem Smash

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/totem-smash/id903506713)

Test your reflexes by smashing as many totems as possible. Be careful to avoid hitting your head while aiming for a high score. It's a simple yet challenging game of speed and precision.

**Highlights:** Smash totems, Score high, Avoid hitting head, Fast-paced gameplay, Simple controls

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Highly addictive and fun gameplay
- ⏱️ Great pick-up-and-play mechanics
- 🔄 Excellent replayability
- 😄 Entertaining character (Viking)
- ⚡ Simple yet engaging concept

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⚠️ Culturally offensive totem concept
- 📋 Lack of in-game instructions
- 📱 Compatibility issues with older devices
- 🎬 Intrusive ads during gameplay
- 💰 Overpriced for simple game

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot open on iPad mini 2
- Game-breaking bugs present
- Ads cause gameplay loss
- Time bar blocks top of screen visibility
- Difficulty balancing issues

**Requested features**

- Multiple character skins/Vikings
- Different totem designs
- Power-ups and special hammers
- Unlockable items and cosmetics
- Online multiplayer and leaderboards


### Fruit Candy Puzzle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fruit-candy-puzzle/id1639026310)

Embark on a vibrant match-3 puzzle adventure, matching colorful fruits to clear missions and advance through over 1,000 levels. Discover special power-ups and find hidden rabbits to help you along the way. Enjoy unlimited play and daily free item gifts, even offline.

**Highlights:** Match 3 or more fruits of the same color, Create special striped fruits and pinwheel flowers, Over 1,000 challenging levels, Play offline without an internet connection, Daily free item gifts, One-handed play

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2000 COINS | $1.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| 5000 COINS | $4.99 | one-time |
| 12500 COINS | $9.99 | one-time |
| 32000 COINS | $22.99 | one-time |
| Fresh Fruit Package | $25.99 | one-time |
| 63000 COINS | $43.99 | one-time |
| 130000 COINS | $79.99 | one-time |
| So Delicious Fruit Package | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Totem Smash free?

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

### Is Fruit Candy Puzzle free?

Fruit Candy Puzzle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Totem Smash or Fruit Candy Puzzle?

Fruit Candy Puzzle is rated higher. Totem Smash averages 4.4 out of 5 from 476 ratings, while Fruit Candy Puzzle averages 4.7 from 6 ratings.

### Do Totem Smash or Fruit Candy Puzzle have ads?

Fruit Candy Puzzle shows ads; Totem Smash does not.

### Which is updated more often, Totem Smash or Fruit Candy Puzzle?

Totem Smash ships an update every 2 months, and Fruit Candy Puzzle monthly. Most recently, Totem Smash was updated on October 15, 2026 and Fruit Candy Puzzle on October 15, 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.*