208+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed
Idle Ants is the household name in insect games, but it's far from the only option. We track 208+ 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★ (170K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.5★ (23K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.7★ (5.9K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.9★ (8.8K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.3★ (2.6K) | — | No | Aug 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.5★ (9.9K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.2★ (3.3K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.7★ (2.7K) | Yes | Yes | Jul 2026 |
Command a growing colony of ants to devour everything in sight, from bugs to airplanes. Earn money to upgrade your colony, supercharge your workers, unlock new ants, and defend your nest. Experience the organized world of ants and lead them to empire status.
Build and expand your ant kingdom from a small anthill to a thriving colony. Gather resources, hatch powerful ants, tame insects, and form alliances to survive and conquer. Lead your ant army to victory and dominate the land.
Build and manage your own ant colony in a wild forest. Command swarms, expand your territory, and evolve your ants to survive against hostile insects and predators. Prove your strategic skills in this real-time simulation game.
Combine various insects to create powerful monsters and battle enemies in real-time. Strategically merge your units to increase their strength and defeat increasingly challenging opponents, including a final boss.
Control your own spider in a vast insect world. Build your colony by finding workers and attack spiders, feed your queen, and battle various insect bosses and enemy clans. This action-packed simulator offers realistic graphics and open-world exploration.
Manage an ant colony, collect food, and grow your tribe in this engaging idle game. Start with a single ant and expand your income and rewards as your colony flourishes. Enjoy a fun and easy gameplay experience with various upgrade options.
Smash a variety of insects with your finger in this addictive game. Enjoy simple, fun gameplay with different modes and challenges. Perfect for all ages, it's a great way to pass the time.
Evolve your insect colony from simple larvae to powerful hive minds in this 3D incremental idle clicker game. Conquer territory, sacrifice units for growth, and ascend to unlock new mutations and expand your swarm across the universe.
Build and manage your own ant colony. Gather resources, expand your nest, and breed different types of ants to defend your territory and raid other players. Collect and strengthen creatures to join your army and form alliances.
Build and expand your ant empire by digging tunnels, gathering resources, and growing your ant population. Automate tasks with worker ants and battle rival insects to protect your colony. Unlock upgrades and evolve your kingdom for endless growth.
Grow your insect by eating smaller creatures and avoiding larger ones on a running track. Evolve your character to become stronger and faster to defeat boss insects at the end of each level. Upgrade your abilities to conquer increasingly challenging stages.
Train ants to create unique paintings and sell them for profit. Expand your ant colony and adjust prices to maximize earnings in this art dealing simulation.
Raise and collect over 300 real-life moth species in a magical, moonlit forest. Nurture them through their lifecycle, explore a living forest, and discover enchanting plants and secrets. Enjoy a relaxing, stress-free experience with missions and interactive gestures.
Embark on a 3D adventure to discover the world of bugs with interactive exploration and educational content. Observe insects up close, ride on their backs, and unlock facts in VR or AR modes. Designed for children aged 5-12.
Embark on a survival adventure as a turtle in a wild forest and island environment. Hunt for food, defend your family from predators, and explore diverse landscapes. Experience thrilling jungle and seashore survival activities in this immersive simulator.
This app offers a fun and educational puzzle experience for young children, featuring a variety of insect and reptile-themed jigsaws and shuffle puzzles. It also includes creative activities like drawing and voice recording, with adjustable difficulty levels to suit ages 1-8.
Embark on a survival journey as a small ant lost in the desert. Grow by consuming smaller insects while avoiding larger predators to find your way home. Navigate through challenging levels to reunite with your family.
Experience a realistic ant colony simulation in an open-world environment. Build an underground nest, forage for food, and defend your colony from predators. Command your ants and observe their complex behaviors.
This app offers a fun and interactive way for young children to learn about insects and bugs. It features quizzes, puzzles, educational videos, and spelling games to build vocabulary and understanding of bug life cycles.