# Hack Ex vs Rap Quest 2

The clearest difference is rating: Hack Ex at 4.6 against Rap Quest 2's 4.1. Hack Ex also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (81% vs 58%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hack Ex sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Rap Quest 2 sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Hack Ex holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hack Ex has 2.5K ratings behind it against 487, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Hack Ex's written reviews are positive against 58% of Rap Quest 2's.

Hack Ex ships an update every 3 months, Rap Quest 2 every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hack Ex | Rap Quest 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (2.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hack-ex/id927697384/reviews)** | [4.1 (487 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rap-quest-2/id1132834652/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.5K** | 487 |
| Positive reviews | **81.5% of reviews** | 57.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 24 MB | 160 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CNC Apps, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1263197795) | [Craig Tinsley](https://appshunter.io/developer/1132834651) |

## What reviewers say

### Hack Ex

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hack-ex/id927697384)

Engage in a virtual hacking simulation game where you adopt an alias to hack other players' devices and defend your own. Build your reputation by cracking virtual bank accounts, deploying viruses for income, and manipulating digital logs. Remember to erase your tracks to truly master the art of virtual hacking.

**Highlights:** Virtual hacking simulation, Hack and defend player devices, Crack virtual bank accounts, Deploy viruses for income, Manipulate digital logs, Upgrade virtual devices and utilities

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 200 Overclocks | $0.99 | one-time |
| 6000 Cryptocoins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Generate New IP | $1.99 | one-time |
| 10000 Cryptocoins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 1100 Overclocks | $4.99 | one-time |
| 16000 Cryptocoins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 34000 Cryptocoins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2400 Overclocks | $9.99 | one-time |
| 72000 Cryptocoins | $19.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Overclocks | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Fun and addictive
- 🔒 Realistic hacking simulation
- 💡 Unique concept
- 👍 User-friendly interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- ⏱️ Extremely long processing times
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 💰 Microtransactions feel necessary

**Reported bugs**

- Ads not working properly to reduce processing times
- Inconsistent display of processing progress
- Crashes and login issues
- Inability to delete accounts or change email

**Requested features**

- More network and device upgrades
- Ability to team up with friends
- Different types of viruses and malware
- Leaderboards and social features
- Ability to pay or threaten other players


### Rap Quest 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rap-quest-2/id1132834652)

Become a rap legend in this immersive RPG. Create your rapper, hone your skills through mini-games, record hits, and perform live. Build your empire from condos to private islands and climb the charts to global fame.

**Highlights:** Create a rapper avatar, Choose a rap style, Build rap skills (Flow, Bars, Freestyle, Swag), Record music in the studio, Perform at venues, Battle rap opponents, Climb the Illboard charts

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| $25,000 In-Game Currency | $0.99 | one-time |
| 20 Diamonds In-Game Currency | $0.99 | one-time |
| Topic Pack - All-Around | $0.99 | one-time |
| Topic Pack - Party | $0.99 | one-time |
| Topic Pack - Lyrical | $0.99 | one-time |
| Topic Pack - Passion | $0.99 | one-time |
| $100,000 In-Game Currency | $1.99 | one-time |
| 500 Diamonds In-Game Currency | $1.99 | one-time |
| $250,000 In-Game Currency | $1.99 | one-time |
| $1M In-Game Currency | $2.99 | one-time |
| 1,000 Diamonds In-Game Currency | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great game
- 👍 Fun and immersive experience
- 🚀 Realistic simulation of the music industry
- 👍 Engaging gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🐛 Freezing and crashing issues
- 🐛 Progression and feature bugs
- 🐛 In-app purchase issues

**Reported bugs**

- Tour and album release bugs
- Issues with the recording studio and track list
- Problems with the nightclub and open mic minigames
- Glitches with in-app purchases and store
- Freezing and crashing on certain screens

**Requested features**

- Add more customization options for characters
- Implement features to collaborate with other artists
- Add more awards and chart tracking
- Improve pacing and progression speed
- Implement a calendar/timeline system


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hack Ex free?

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

### Is Rap Quest 2 free?

Rap Quest 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Hack Ex or Rap Quest 2?

Hack Ex is rated higher. Hack Ex averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.5K ratings, while Rap Quest 2 averages 4.1 from 487 ratings.

### Do Hack Ex or Rap Quest 2 have ads?

Rap Quest 2 shows ads; Hack Ex does not.

### Which is updated more often, Hack Ex or Rap Quest 2?

Hack Ex ships an update every 3 months, and Rap Quest 2 every 2 months. Most recently, Hack Ex was updated on October 12, 2026 and Rap Quest 2 on October 5, 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.*