# Digger Machine vs Learn 2 Fly

The clearest difference is rating: Learn 2 Fly at 4.7 against Digger Machine's 4.5. Learn 2 Fly also leads on ratings volume (11K vs 351). Digger Machine's advantage is review sentiment (79% vs 60%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Digger Machine sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and Learn 2 Fly sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Learn 2 Fly holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Learn 2 Fly has 11K ratings behind it against 351, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 79% of Digger Machine's written reviews are positive against 60% of Learn 2 Fly's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Digger Machine | Learn 2 Fly |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (351 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digger-machine-dig-minerals/id996857258/reviews) | **[4.7 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-2-fly-penguin-game/id1047733214/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 351 | **11K** |
| Positive reviews | **79.0% of reviews** | 60.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 104 MB | 486 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dariusz Mazur](https://appshunter.io/developer/829907063) | [HC GLOBAL DISTRIBUTION LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/482544510) |

## What reviewers say

### Digger Machine

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digger-machine-dig-minerals/id996857258)

Embark on an arcade adventure to unearth valuable minerals like gold and diamonds. Upgrade your digging machine, build bases, and navigate treacherous mines filled with traps and bosses. Collect and sell 50 types of minerals to enhance your equipment and become the ultimate miner.

**Highlights:** Dig for 50 types of minerals, Upgrade digging machine, Build bases, Navigate 3 underground mines, Complete missions, Use 6 special actions

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Diamond Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Diamond Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Time limited custom pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Good and valuable starter pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Big Diamond Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| 50% off - Best available sale! | $6.99 | one-time |
| Golden Diamond Pack | $11.99 | one-time |
| Mega Diamond Pack | $13.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Highly addictive and engaging gameplay
- 👍 Faithful recreation of classic Motherload game
- 📱 Works well on mobile devices
- ⏱️ Great time-killer/casual entertainment
- 💰 Reasonable monetization with minimal ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Pay-to-win mechanics after initial hours
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 💾 Progress deletion on death or app closure
- 📺 Ad-related issues (black screens, fake X buttons)
- ⚠️ Game-breaking gem loss bug

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes when typing feedback
- Progress deleted on death despite save system
- Black screen after watching ads for revival
- Gems consumed without unlocking base
- Player stuck in rocks with no escape

**Requested features**

- Character customization options
- Ability to dig upward
- More levels/content
- Map feature
- Confirmation dialog for restart button


### Learn 2 Fly

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-2-fly-penguin-game/id1047733214)

Help a determined penguin soar to new heights and distances in this action-packed game. Earn cash through flight and achievements to purchase upgrades and customize your journey. Discover new challenges, enemies, and secrets as you seek revenge.

**Highlights:** Control slide for maximum flight distance, Defeat flying mammoths and other enemies, Compete with friends, Over 60 upgrades to enhance flight, Complete achievements for cash rewards

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Ice Diamonds | $1.59 | one-time |
| The rainbow arrow | $1.99 | one-time |
| The sky lover | $1.99 | one-time |
| 30 Ice Diamonds | $2.59 | one-time |
| 100 Ice Diamonds | $2.99 | one-time |
| Starter pack | $3.19 | one-time |
| 50 Ice Diamonds | $3.69 | one-time |
| Turn off intrusive Ads | $3.69 | one-time |
| 100 Ice Diamonds | $6.29 | one-time |
| Advanced starter pack | $8.39 | one-time |
| 250 Ice Diamonds | $8.89 | one-time |
| 250 Ice Diamonds | $12.49 | one-time |
| Advanced Omega Pack | $18.90 | one-time |
| 550 Ice Diamonds | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🐧 Cute penguin character
- 👍 Simple and easy to understand
- 💡 Progression system with unlockable upgrades

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy controls and glitches
- 💰 Excessive monetization through ads and in-app purchases
- ⏱️ Slow progression and grindy gameplay
- 🔍 Lack of clarity on upgrade mechanics

**Reported bugs**

- Screen orientation issues after watching ads
- Challenges not registering correctly
- Inconsistent performance and crashes
- Purchases not working as intended

**Requested features**

- Add more obstacles and challenges
- Implement different control schemes (e.g. touch-based)
- Improve the camera system to better track the player
- Introduce a story mode or additional game modes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Digger Machine free?

Digger Machine is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Learn 2 Fly free?

Learn 2 Fly is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Digger Machine or Learn 2 Fly?

Learn 2 Fly is rated higher. Digger Machine averages 4.5 out of 5 from 351 ratings, while Learn 2 Fly averages 4.7 from 11K ratings.

### Do Digger Machine or Learn 2 Fly have ads?

Both Digger Machine and Learn 2 Fly show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Digger Machine or Learn 2 Fly?

Digger Machine ships an update every 3 months, and Learn 2 Fly every 3 months. Most recently, Digger Machine was updated on October 24, 2026 and Learn 2 Fly on October 28, 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.*