# Hyperburner vs Wreckfest

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hyperburner at none against Wreckfest's 11. Hyperburner also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.2) and review sentiment (83% vs 65%). Wreckfest's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 55 months) and chart position (#2 vs #93). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Hyperburner costs $2.99 and Wreckfest $2.99 up front. Wreckfest sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Hyperburner asks for nothing beyond the download.

Hyperburner holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 822 and 696 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of Hyperburner's written reviews are positive against 65% of Wreckfest's.

Hyperburner ships an update every 55 months, Wreckfest monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hyperburner | Wreckfest |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | $2.99 |
| Rating | **[4.5 (822 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hyperburner/id982763237/reviews)** | [4.2 (696 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wreckfest/id1592505377/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **822** | 696 |
| Positive reviews | **83.2% of reviews** | 65.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 55 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | #93 | **#2** |
| Size | 205 MB | 1.0 GB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Bad Potion PTY LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/687051817) | [THQ Nordic Mobile GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/316574911) |

## What reviewers say

### Hyperburner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hyperburner/id982763237)

**Currently charting:** #93 Top Paid · Racing (US App Store)

Pilot a high-speed spaceship through challenging courses in a distant solar system. Master unique zones, unlock new ships, and compete on leaderboards in this responsive space flier designed for mobile play.

**Highlights:** High-speed space flying, Responsive free-steering controls, Seven unique zones with five stages each, Endless-mode leaderboards, Unlockable new ships, Instant respawns

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth and responsive controls
- 🎨 Gorgeous visuals and art style
- 🎵 Excellent soundtrack
- 🔥 Exhilarating and challenging gameplay
- 👍 Simple but addictive experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or performance issues
- 🔍 Difficulty in seeing obstacles at times
- 🕰️ Levels can feel repetitive or too short
- 🚫 Lack of support for newer devices
- 🤢 Flashing effects causing discomfort

**Reported bugs**

- Glitches in later levels or endless mode
- Inconsistent hit detection or collision issues

**Requested features**

- More levels and zones to explore
- Additional ships or customization options
- Multiplayer or leaderboard features
- Difficulty settings or progression system
- Support for VR or motion controls


### Wreckfest

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wreckfest/id1592505377)

**Currently charting:** #2 Top Paid · Racing, #17 Top Paid · Action, #41 Top Paid · Games, #70 Top Grossing · Racing, #73 Top Paid (US App Store)

Experience intense demolition derby and no-rules racing with realistic physics. Customize your vehicles with upgrades and armor for unique combat motorsport action. Compete in career modes, challenge modes, and local multiplayer.

**Highlights:** Realistic physics simulation, Deep vehicle customization, Demolition derby arenas, Banger racing, Career mode, Local multiplayer, Unique challenge modes

**Features:** Game Controller support, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Steel & Wheels Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Banger Racing Car Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Modified Monsters Car Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Rusty Rats Car Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| American All-Stars Car Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Getaway Car Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Racing Heroes Car Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Off-Road Car Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Content Bundle 2 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Content Bundle 1 | $10.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 🎮 Great controls with controller support
- 🔥 Impressive graphics and physics
- 💰 Good value for money
- 🎉 Fun and addictive gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔋 Battery draining issues
- 🔍 Lack of online multiplayer
- 🔧 Customization and tuning limitations

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on startup
- Stuck in reverse issue
- Graphical glitches on certain devices
- Multiplayer server issues

**Requested features**

- Add online multiplayer
- Improve customization options
- Implement cloud save support
- Add more tracks and game modes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hyperburner free?

Hyperburner costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Wreckfest free?

Wreckfest costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Hyperburner or Wreckfest?

Hyperburner is rated higher. Hyperburner averages 4.5 out of 5 from 822 ratings, while Wreckfest averages 4.2 from 696 ratings.

### Do Hyperburner or Wreckfest have ads?

Neither Hyperburner nor Wreckfest shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Hyperburner or Wreckfest?

Hyperburner ships an update every 55 months, and Wreckfest monthly. Most recently, Hyperburner was updated on October 26, 2026 and Wreckfest on October 28, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Hyperburner or Wreckfest?

Hyperburner currently peaks at #93 in the App Store charts, and Wreckfest at #2. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*