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Clash of Clans vs Brawl Stars

Clash of Clans 4.8★ · Free + IAP 75
Winner Clash of Clans
Brawl Stars 4.7★ · Free + IAP 65

Clash of Clans is the better choice for players seeking a long-term, strategic base-building experience, while Brawl Stars appeals to those looking for quick, action-packed multiplayer matches.

Full reviews: Clash of Clans · Brawl Stars

Clash of Clans offers a deep, long-running strategy game with base building and clan wars, though recent updates and monetization practices have drawn criticism. Brawl Stars provides fast-paced, real-time multiplayer combat, but struggles with matchmaking, lag, and perceived pay-to-win elements.

Head to head

Features and Gameplay edge: Clash of ClansR2R3R13R21
Clash of Clans Clash of Clans is praised as a 'generational game' and a 'very good strategy game' that some users have played for over 10 years, enjoying the base building and clan raids R2R21. However, some recent updates, like the 'journey task' and new trophy ranking system, are unpopular R3. Players also complain about excessively long upgrade times and troops not behaving as desired R13.
Brawl Stars Brawl Stars is described as 'so good' with new brawlers and skins, offering a fun battle experience . Users enjoy the quick matches and the variety of characters . However, many find the game unbalanced, with specific 'meta' brawlers dominating, and new additions like 'buffies' making it difficult to play unless you pay R66.
Ease of Use and Learning Curve edge: Clash of ClansR27R35R63R66
Clash of Clans Clash of Clans is generally easy to pick up, with returning players noting updates have made it easier to get back into the game R35. However, new players wish for more guidance or instructions at the beginning R27.
Brawl Stars Brawl Stars has a 'very low entry rate to join' . However, the game's matchmaking issues and unbalanced brawlers make it frustrating for new or less-geared players to win, creating a difficult experience even if the controls are simple R63R66.
Reliability and Performance tieR15R16R18R20
Clash of Clans Clash of Clans users report numerous bugs and issues, including problems with hero journey tasks, clan raids, stashed decorations, and push notifications R15R16R20. Some users experience loading screen freezes and connectivity issues with mobile data R18.
Brawl Stars Brawl Stars suffers from significant lag and crashing issues, with users experiencing signal errors even with good Wi-Fi . Matchmaking is a major point of frustration, with players frequently paired with 'brain dead teammates' or significantly higher-ranked opponents R63.
Price and Value (Free + IAP) tieR6R24R25R31
Clash of Clans Clash of Clans is criticized for being 'extremely pay to win' and having 'money grabbing' practices, with users feeling forced into microtransactions R24R25R31R48. Some paying customers are disappointed with rewards from rare chests R6.
Brawl Stars Brawl Stars is increasingly perceived as 'pay to win,' with users stating it's 'physically impossible to win' without paying and that getting all brawlers is impossible without spending money . The game's monetization strategy is seen as prioritizing money over player experience .
Customer Support and Account Management edge: Clash of ClansR7R10R19R36
Clash of Clans Clash of Clans users report issues with account recovery, with one user unable to transfer their account from Android to iPhone and receiving no assistance R10. There are also reports of accounts being deleted or disabled after inactivity or attempts to manage multiple accounts R7R36. Some users claim terrible customer service and issues with stolen gems R19.
Brawl Stars Brawl Stars reviews do not prominently feature complaints or praise regarding customer support or account management. The primary issues revolve around in-game performance and matchmaking.
Pick Clash of Clans if

you enjoy a long-term strategic base-building game with clan interactions and don't mind the time investment for upgrades, or if you are a returning player as the game has made it easier to get back into R2R35.

Pick Brawl Stars if

you prefer fast-paced, real-time multiplayer battles and are willing to contend with potential matchmaking frustrations and performance issues .

Evidence note: Reviews for both apps show a common theme of dissatisfaction with recent updates and perceived 'pay to win' mechanics, despite high lifetime ratings. Brawl Stars has more frequent complaints about lag and poor matchmaking.

Frequently asked

Do Clash of Clans and Brawl Stars have 'pay to win' elements?
Yes, both Clash of Clans and Brawl Stars are criticized by users for having 'pay to win' elements, with players feeling forced to spend money to progress or compete effectively R24R25R31R48.
Which game has better performance and fewer bugs?
Neither game has a clear edge in performance, as both receive significant complaints about bugs, lag, and connectivity issues; Clash of Clans users report bugs with updates and account management R15R16R18R20, while Brawl Stars users frequently mention lag, crashing, and signal errors .
Is it easy to get back into Clash of Clans if I'm a returning player?
Yes, Clash of Clans has been updated to make it easier for returning players, with one user noting they reached Townhall level five in less than a day R35.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R2] Clash of Clans 5/5 · US Generational Game: i always pick ts back up
  2. [R3] Clash of Clans 3/5 · US Need another update: The game cool and fun but the new journey task sucks. I’m waiting for my king and queen to finish and soon as I check journey quest eneded even when first update came for that I didn’t even much stuff from it
  3. [R13] Clash of Clans 1/5 · US Perpetual waiting for anything to get upgraded: Upgrade times are ridiculous. Of course troops never go where you want them to. aimlessly wandering around getting killed.
  4. [R21] Clash of Clans 3/5 · US The laboratory needs to make some changes too: I have been playing this game for over 10 years. And you have made everything but the laboratory. 1 laboratory is now in charge of upgrading 69 items (and it takes 10 to 15 days to upgrade each items). If you can either add a second builder or split it so regular elixir has its own laboratory and dark elixir also has its own because it’s 100% for it
  5. [R27] Clash of Clans 3/5 · US Wish there were instructions or guidelines at least at the beginning: Being brand new would be nice to have some guidance or something at the beginning. I’ve been just trying to figure things out.
  6. [R35] Clash of Clans 5/5 · US Returning Player: They’ve updated this game to make it easier for returning players. I spent less than a day on the game and I’m already at a level five Townhall. Ads never intrusive 5/5.
  7. [R63] Brawl Stars 3/5 · US Matchmaking and taking grief play seriously: I really enjoy this game but the matchmaking and solo Que with randoms is ridiculous. I shouldnt be a peak mythic 3 player random queing with a peak gold player at ALL. It’s ridiculous. I just played a match where the enemy team consisted of a meteor fame player, a player with 90 prestige and a player with solar fame, while I have a teammate who locks e
  8. [R66] Brawl Stars 3/5 · US Unbalanced Mayhem: Brawl Stars is a decent game with a basic concept, though it’s only fun when it’s balanced. Which it isn’t at all, if you don’t use a specific selective amount of brawlers, you’re just dead from the unfairness. They encourage the unbalancing and do not nerf and buff the needed. It won’t make it another year if they continue to add buffies that make the game horrible. You can’t e
  9. [R15] Clash of Clans 3/5 · US Hero's Journey quest still has a bug: After upgrading a hero to a new level, the new quest in Hero's Journey still shows as unavailable! · translated
  10. [R16] Clash of Clans 1/5 · US Game has to many Bugs: There are way too many bugs and issues with the game.
  11. [R18] Clash of Clans 3/5 · US recent update broke something: after the recent update, im unable to access the game when i use data
  12. [R20] Clash of Clans 5/5 · US Clan Raids: There is a bug in the Clan Raids. In the Clan Raids where you can view all of the Halls there is a button next to the attack button. That button has the Clan Raid Medal symbol, the one you use to buy troops for CC’s, etc. When I press that button, it won’t open. On top of that, it keeps saying that I didn’t attack on the last Raid Weekend even though I did. Please fix this bug.
  13. [R6] Clash of Clans 3/5 · US Treasure chests are disappointments: I am paying customer and yet every time I “luck” into a rare chest I only get a decoration. These are literally worse than the basic items
  14. [R24] Clash of Clans 3/5 · US best and worst game: fun to play and attack but extremly pay to win microtranctions are forced basically
  15. [R25] Clash of Clans 1/5 · US Used to be fun: Greed and laziness have ruined this game. There used to be some balance, but it’s a joke now. They give attacking troops a boost in ranked battle if you the player spends real money. This game is trash.
  16. [R31] Clash of Clans 2/5 · US WHAT HAPPENED?!: THIS GAME USED TO BE #1 FOR MANY REASONS. Now they literally just want all your money. No effort, lies, glitches, and lopsided rewards for different levels . Making people pay 6.99$ and giving different rewards should not be a thing. That’s very wrong, every pass should be exactly the same like they always have since supercell started them. It’s literally an evil strategy to make
  17. [R7] Clash of Clans 1/5 · US Don’t download: When I tried to make an Alr account it deleted my main
  18. [R10] Clash of Clans 1/5 · US Account: I had an account on my android and got an iPhone I tryed to find it but I used google but tried figuring out how to get it on my iPhone couldn’t get it or find it never got assistance for it or anything why I stop playing and what waste of a account was happy I never got the assistance I need for it
  19. [R19] Clash of Clans 1/5 · US Careful: They steal gems, lives, and have terrible customer service!! Play for free don’t spend your money!! You see more and more bad reviews makes you think they might do something about but noooo as long as they are getting a someone’s money they won’t change!! Stop spending your money they will steal back what you buy!!
  20. [R36] Clash of Clans 3/5 · US Trash game: I was playing I logged in without supercell ID AND You deleted my account for no reason so this is trash.
  21. [R48] Clash of Clans 3/5 · GB Just money grabbing now: As soon as you come near to TH max another update making you spend spend spend… how can any new players come and join impossible for them to get anywhere near enjoyment of playing always chasing to complete just money grabbing now

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store