Comparison

Vector vs Flip Flop XL

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Vector

Experience a retro space shooter with dazzling vector graphics and particle effects, reminiscent of unreleased 1980s arcade machines. Engage alien invaders with unique shield mechanics and collect power-ups in an asteroid bonus level.

Highlights
  • Advanced vector graphics and particle systems
  • Retro arcade-style gameplay
  • Alien shields requiring timed shots
  • Asteroid bonus level with power-ups
  • Analog synthesized sounds and retro soundtrack
  • iCade compatibility
Features
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Based on a mythical vector arcade machine of the late 1980s that was never released, Vector-Z is a space shooter with advanced vector graphics and particle systems designed to dazzle your senses… it's as if the 1980's arcades never went away and the games kept getting better. Vector-Z is a unique, retro-style arcade game with glowing multicolor vector-graphics, analog synthesized sounds, and a retro soundtrack with amazing spaced out tunes to zap extraterrestrial invaders to. Some of Vector-Z's aliens have shields you have to time your shots to break through. There’s also an asteroid bonus level where you can break up asteroids for points, and break up bigger asteroids for power-ups, including bonus shields, extra lives, score multiplier, and a faster fire rate. HINTS: • Vector-Z’s ship holds 2 missiles. One fires from each wing, so there’s a slight offset. There is also a brief reload time. • Aliens are worth more points when they are attacking you. Even more points when they are really close! • Go for the bonus points from accuracy: at 50% you get 100 pts per hit, 200 pts at 75%, 400 pts at 90%, and 800 bonus pts per hit with 100% accuracy! • Aim for the bigger asteroids to collect hexagonal power-ups Vector-Z is compatible with iCade, and requires iOS 7.1 or later.

About

Flip Flop XL

Master your timing and skill in this addictive flipping game. Tap, hold, and release to perform incredible flips and rack up points. Customize your characters and compete with friends to set new high scores.

Highlights
  • Tap, hold, and release controls
  • Chain flips for points
  • Set new high scores
  • Unlockable colors and accessories
  • Leaderboard competition
  • Minimalist graphics
Features
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Flip Flop XL is a fun, addictive, and endlessly challenging game that tests your timing and skill. Tap, hold, and release to crouch, jump, and perform incredible flips. Land perfectly to rack up points, chain your flips, and set new high scores to outflip your friends! Why You'll Love Flip Flop XL: Endless Fun: A relaxing yet rewarding flipping challenge that keeps you coming back for "just one more try." Stylish Minimalist Graphics: Cute and quirky characters with tons of personality. Simple One-Tap Controls: Easy to learn, impossible to master—perfect for all ages! Compete with Friends: Break records and climb the leaderboards! Unlock Colors & Accessories: Customize your flippers with vibrant colors, wacky hats, glasses, and more! Whether you're a casual player looking for quick fun or a pro aiming for the perfect flip streak, Flip Flop XL delivers a uniquely satisfying experience. Download now and start flipping today!

Screenshots

Vector3 screens
Flip Flop XL4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Flip Flop XL at Free against Vector's $0.99. Flip Flop XL also leads on review sentiment (81% vs 40%) and rating (4.6 vs 4.2). Vector's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Flip Flop XL is free to download; Vector costs $0.99 up front. Flip Flop XL sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Vector asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Flip Flop XL holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10 and 19 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of Vector's written reviews are positive against 81% of Flip Flop XL's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Vector ships an update every 6 weeks, Flip Flop XL weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Vector versus Flip Flop XL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVectorFlip Flop XL
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating4.2 (10 ratings)4.6 (19 ratings) — better
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews81.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1019 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB91 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJuggleware, LLCAdamvision

Customer experience

Vector

All ratings10 ratings
Positive70.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative40.0%

Flip Flop XL

All ratings19 ratings
Positive89.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative10.5%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive81.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative18.8%

In-app purchases

None

Vector

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Flip Flop XL

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99

Questions

Is Vector free?
Vector costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Flip Flop XL free?
Flip Flop XL is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Vector or Flip Flop XL?
Flip Flop XL is rated higher. Vector averages 4.2 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Flip Flop XL averages 4.6 from 19 ratings.
Do Vector or Flip Flop XL have ads?
Flip Flop XL shows ads; Vector does not.
Which is updated more often, Vector or Flip Flop XL?
Vector ships an update every 6 weeks, and Flip Flop XL weekly. Most recently, Vector was updated on October 13, 2026 and Flip Flop XL on October 24, 2026.

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