# 1909 S VDB vs Storm Wings

The clearest difference is review sentiment: 1909 S VDB at 88% against Storm Wings's 0%. 1909 S VDB also leads on rating (4.4 vs 3.3) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 1909 S VDB sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Storm Wings sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

1909 S VDB holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 1909 S VDB has 23 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of 1909 S VDB's written reviews are positive against 0% of Storm Wings's.

1909 S VDB ships an update every 2 months, Storm Wings every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | 1909 S VDB | Storm Wings |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/1909-s-vdb/id910014015/reviews)** | [3.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storm-wings/id6449685884/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **23** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | **87.5% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 13 MB | 124 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Danny Aijala](https://appshunter.io/developer/408470761) | [Halfbrick Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/356994313) |

## What reviewers say

### 1909 S VDB

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/1909-s-vdb/id910014015)

Collect all 305 Lincoln pennies from 1909-2020 in this virtual coin collecting game. Relive the joy of sifting through rolls for rare finds, with odds based on age, mint, and quantity. Earn more rolls through mini-games or daily free rolls.

**Highlights:** Collect 305 Lincoln pennies, Odds based on rarity, Mini-games to earn rolls, Daily free penny rolls, Game Center leaderboards, Free to play

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 20 Penny Rolls | $0.99 | one-time |
| 20 Wheat Penny Rolls | $2.99 | one-time |


### Storm Wings

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storm-wings/id6449685884)

Engage in an action-packed sky adventure shooter where you pilot an ace to battle monsters. Upgrade weapons, dodge attacks, and compete in tournaments for rewards. This game is part of a subscription service offering exclusive, ad-free content.

**Highlights:** Swipe to fly, Double-tap for MEGA sunbeam, Collect coins to upgrade weapons, Clear enemy waves for combo multiplier, Compete in weekly tournaments, Exclusive Halfbrick+ content

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Halfbrick+ | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ | $29.99 | per year |
| Halfbrick+ | $29.99 | per year |
| Halfbrick+ | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 1909 S VDB free?

1909 S VDB is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Storm Wings free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 1909 S VDB or Storm Wings?

1909 S VDB is rated higher. 1909 S VDB averages 4.4 out of 5 from 23 ratings, while Storm Wings averages 3.3 from 3 ratings.

### Do 1909 S VDB or Storm Wings have ads?

Storm Wings shows ads; 1909 S VDB does not.

### Which is updated more often, 1909 S VDB or Storm Wings?

1909 S VDB ships an update every 2 months, and Storm Wings every 4 months. Most recently, 1909 S VDB was updated on October 21, 2026 and Storm Wings on October 21, 2026.

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