250+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed
Idle Dot Shooter! is the household name in idle gumball machine, but it's far from the only option. We track 250+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.7★ (13K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.1★ (9) | No | Yes | May 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.5★ (64K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.4★ (7.9K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | — | No | No | Jun 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | — | Yes | No | May 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | — | Yes | No | May 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | — | No | No | May 2026 |
Engage in a minimalist idle space shooter where your turret automatically fires at drifting targets. Earn cash by popping dots to invest in various upgrades for your defense, drones, and economy. Progress through new galaxies, unlock powerful abilities, and compete on global leaderboards.
Shoot colored gumballs from a machine to clear sets before they reach the monster. This game demands quick reflexes and concentration to succeed. Clear all gumballs to win.
Design and build your own powerful double-toothed roller crushing machine. Enjoy endless gameplay with numerous upgrades in this fun and engaging idle game. Play anytime, anywhere, even without an internet connection.
This idle game offers a relaxing and addictive experience with simple swipe controls and impressive graphics. Players start small, consuming and expanding in a curved universe to grow their empire and accumulate vast in-game wealth.
Guide a rolling ball through challenging 3D levels by swiping. Test your timing, precision, and control to navigate platforms and reach the goal without falling off. Enjoy hundreds of levels with simple controls and satisfying physics.
Experience the life of a driven coder aiming to achieve their dreams. Click to earn money, upgrade your workspace, and enhance your character's abilities to maximize profits over time. Customize your worker's appearance and boost their stats for continuous growth.
Tap to bounce a ball and collect cash from spinners. Upgrade your collector and unlock special bouncers to maximize your earnings and progress through exponential idle growth. Prestige to increase bonuses and unlock new capabilities.
Drop balls onto ropes to break them and descend as far as possible. Upgrade your balls to heavier ones to tackle increasingly stronger ropes. The game features endless ropes and balls for continuous play.