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Hummingbirds - Medium (Retina) vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against Hummingbirds - Medium (Retina)'s closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

Hummingbirds - Medium (Retina)
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Core Identity
DeveloperSpeckTech Inc.Imagineer Co.,Ltd.Imagineer Co.,Ltd.Digital ExtremesNintendo Co., Ltd.SupercellSybo Games ApSMartha Luz Rodriguez LealNEOWIZ
CategoryStickersStickersStickersStickersStickersStickersStickersStickersStickers
PlatformiOSiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS
Store Metrics
Rating0.0 / 53.9 / 53.8 / 54.3 / 53.9 / 53.5 / 53.5 / 51.0 / 54.6 / 5
Ratings Count02424361,2548731232214
PriceUSD1.99$1.99$1.99FreeFreeFreeFree$0.99Free
Release DateJul 26, 2017Nov 17, 2016Sep 12, 2016Sep 20, 2016Sep 13, 2016Nov 21, 2018Jun 13, 2019Dec 22, 2016May 29, 2024
Last UpdatedDec 6, 2023Nov 17, 2016Oct 1, 2016Sep 20, 2016Jan 31, 2017Nov 21, 2018Jun 30, 2019Dec 23, 2024Jun 11, 2024
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment----mixedmixedpositive-positive
Score----48/10065/10085/100-78/100
Praises----
  • Gameplay Quality
  • Core gameplay loop provides highly addictive and entertaining combat sessions for long-term players
  • Enduring core gameplay loop provides nostalgic entertainment value for long-term players
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  • Art Style and Aesthetic
  • Integration with Game
Complaints----
  • Paywall/Monetization
  • App Deletion/UX Issues
  • Matchmaking systems frequently pair lower-ranked players against significantly stronger opponents or meta-heavy teams
  • Technical instability and performance glitches disrupt the flow of gameplay sessions
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  • Limited Content
  • Technical/Installation Issues
Requests-----
  • Improved matchmaking logic to ensure fair skill-based competition for players at all trophy levels
  • Social connectivity features to enable direct friend interaction and competitive multiplayer
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Strategic Intel
Strengths
  • Cross-app compatibility within the SpeckTech catalog encourages catalog-wide retention.
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  • Strong global IP (Mario)
  • High-quality, fluid one-handed mechanics
  • Unique Kingdom Builder creative mode
  • Seasonal progression system (Brawl Pass) drives recurring revenue
  • High-velocity combat loop maintains daily active usage
  • Esports integration reduces churn via social stickiness
  • Franchise-wide character recognition sustains organic discovery
  • iMessage integration maps to default social triggers
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  • Strong existing IP with high-quality, recognizable art style
  • High user sentiment and positive brand association
  • Simple, one-tap installation process
Weaknesses
  • Static imagery lacks the engagement of animated competitors.
  • $1.99 price point lacks a free-to-try entry funnel.
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  • Monetization transparency (perceived bait-and-switch)
  • Technical UX issues with sticker deletion
  • Significant iOS update lag (last updated 2017)
  • 0.7★ Android-iOS rating gap indicates platform-specific instability
  • Matchmaking imbalance is the #1 cited frustration in reviews
  • Monetization pressure erodes competitive integrity
  • 3.5★ iOS rating indicates low user satisfaction
  • Lack of high-intensity action animations limits expressive range
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  • Limited sticker variety and lack of functional/utility options
  • Technical friction regarding sticker visibility and app deletion
  • Low content update frequency
Pricingpaidpaidfreefreefreemiumfreemiumfreefreefree
Momentum--Intense--ActiveActiveActive-
Update Cadence--3 versions--4 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~901d avg5 versions, 3 majors/6mo, ~624d avg5 versions-

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