# Digger Machine vs Node Rush

The clearest difference is rating: Node Rush at 5.0 against Digger Machine's 4.5. Node Rush also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 9) and ads (none vs shown). Digger Machine's advantage is ratings volume (351 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Digger Machine sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Node Rush asks for nothing beyond the download.

Node Rush holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Digger Machine has 351 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Digger Machine's written reviews are positive against 100% of Node Rush's.

Digger Machine ships an update every 3 months, Node Rush every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Digger Machine | Node Rush |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (351 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digger-machine-dig-minerals/id996857258/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/node-rush/id6805191022/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **351** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 79.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 104 MB | 254 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Dariusz Mazur](https://appshunter.io/developer/829907063) | [FRANCISCO GUZMAN GARCIA CUERVO](https://appshunter.io/developer/6805191024) |

## 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


### Node Rush

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/node-rush/id6805191022)

Command a swarm of units in this tactical real-time strategy game. Capture bases, establish supply lines, and outmaneuver an adaptive AI. Utilize special nodes to gain strategic advantages and defend against a zombie infection.

**Highlights:** Dynamic swarm routing, Automated supply lines, Minimalist sci-fi UI, Adaptive enemy AI, Strategic crown nodes, Zombie infection survival

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Digger Machine free?

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

### Is Node Rush free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Digger Machine or Node Rush?

Node Rush is rated higher. Digger Machine averages 4.5 out of 5 from 351 ratings, while Node Rush averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Digger Machine or Node Rush have ads?

Digger Machine shows ads; Node Rush does not.

### Which is updated more often, Digger Machine or Node Rush?

Digger Machine ships an update every 3 months, and Node Rush every 2 weeks. Most recently, Digger Machine was updated on November 11, 2026 and Node Rush on October 31, 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.*