# Magic vs Bar_Joy

The clearest difference is update cadence: Bar_Joy at every 6 days against Magic's every 32 months. Bar_Joy also leads on ratings volume (12 vs 1). Magic's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.6). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Magic against 5.0 for Bar_Joy. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bar_Joy has 12 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Magic ships an update every 32 months, Bar_Joy every 6 days. Both last shipped on September 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Magic | Bar_Joy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-math/id986676793/reviews) | [5.0 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bar-joy/id6738754836/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **12** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 32 months | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 5 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [逵逵 沈](https://appshunter.io/developer/617643493) | [Shaan Patel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1782220515) |

## What reviewers say

### Magic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-math/id986676793)

A humorous game that challenges your mathematical thinking by redefining standard arithmetic operators. It encourages flexible problem-solving and enhances cognitive skills through unique challenges.

**Highlights:** Redefined arithmetic operators, Enhanced conversion thinking, Challenging puzzles, Fun gameplay, Cognitive skill development

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Bar_Joy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bar-joy/id6738754836)

This app offers a collection of engaging party games designed for group entertainment. It transforms gatherings into fun, memorable experiences with interactive challenges and competitive gameplay.

**Highlights:** Forehead (Wavelength) game, Beat the Cube game, King Tieshi game, Group entertainment, Interactive challenges

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Magic free?

Magic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Bar_Joy free?

Bar_Joy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Magic or Bar_Joy?

Magic and Bar_Joy are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 12 ratings respectively.

### Do Magic or Bar_Joy have ads?

Neither Magic nor Bar_Joy shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Magic or Bar_Joy?

Magic ships an update every 32 months, and Bar_Joy every 6 days. Most recently, Magic was updated on September 30, 2026 and Bar_Joy on September 30, 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.*