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Head-to-head

Bloons TD 5 vs Bloons TD 6

Bloons TD 5 4.8★ · $2.99 80
Winner Bloons TD 6
Bloons TD 6 4.9★ · $6.99 85

Bloons TD 6 is the better choice for most players due to its continuous updates, deeper gameplay, and overall higher user satisfaction, despite some recent stability issues.

Full reviews: Bloons TD 5 · Bloons TD 6

Bloons TD 6 offers a more expansive and regularly updated experience with new content and mechanics, making it a strong successor to Bloons TD 5. While both games are praised for their addictive tower defense gameplay, Bloons TD 6 has a slight edge in user satisfaction and longevity, though it faces more recent complaints about crashes and connection issues.

Head to head

Features & Content edge: Bloons TD 6R13R34R46R65
Bloons TD 5 Bloons TD 5 is appreciated for its classic tower defense mechanics and variety, with some users expressing a desire for new towers and events R46R13. It's seen as a complete and enjoyable game, with some specifically missing the Bloonchipper from this version R34.
Bloons TD 6 Bloons TD 6 is lauded for its continuous updates, new modes, and extensive content, which keeps the game fresh and engaging R65. However, some users miss specific towers from previous iterations, like the Bloonchipper .
Ease of Use & Accessibility tieR2R23R24R75
Bloons TD 5 Bloons TD 5 is described as simple, addictive, and easy to pick up, making it good for killing time R2R23. Some users find it challenging but still fun R24.
Bloons TD 6 Bloons TD 6 is also considered easy to understand and immediately engaging . Users appreciate that it can be played offline R75.
Reliability & Performance edge: Bloons TD 5R4R6R10R51
Bloons TD 5 Bloons TD 5 generally performs well, but recent updates have caused significant issues with co-op functionality, making it difficult or impossible to play with friends R4R6. Some users also report losing their rank and unlocked achievements R10.
Bloons TD 6 Bloons TD 6 faces frequent complaints about crashes, especially during co-op play or at high rounds R51R64. Some users report being unable to load the game after updates or experiencing connection issues . There are also reports of bugs preventing achievement unlocks .
Price & Value edge: Bloons TD 6R12R26R28R43
Bloons TD 5 Bloons TD 5, priced at $2.99, is considered a good value, offering no annoying ads and offline play R28R43. However, one user claims the game forces spending to progress R12, and another reported paying for in-game items that were not received R26.
Bloons TD 6 Bloons TD 6, at $6.99, is widely seen as worth the money, with users stating it's a great value for the content and fun it provides R63R74R84R90. It is praised for not having ads . Some users find in-game purchases for heroes and skins to be expensive, requiring a significant grind for Monkey Money . One user reported being scammed out of an in-app purchase .
Support & Updates edge: Bloons TD 6R4R6R46R65
Bloons TD 5 Reviews for Bloons TD 5 indicate a lack of recent updates, with users noting the game has been the same for a long time and wishing for new content R46. Recent updates have also introduced issues with online play R4R6.
Bloons TD 6 Bloons TD 6 is highly praised for its consistent and enjoyable updates, with users appreciating that the developers never stop improving the game R65.
Pick Bloons TD 5 if

You prefer a classic, nostalgic tower defense experience at a lower price point and are willing to overlook potential issues with online co-op or a lack of new content .

Pick Bloons TD 6 if

You want a continuously updated, feature-rich tower defense game with deeper mechanics and more content, and are prepared for a higher initial cost and occasional stability issues R63R74.

Evidence note: Bloons TD 5's negative reviews are often related to technical issues like co-op not working or lost progress, while Bloons TD 6's negatives frequently cite crashes and connection problems. Both games have a strong base of positive reviews praising their core gameplay and addictive nature.

Frequently asked

Is Bloons TD 6 worth the higher price?
Yes, many users agree that Bloons TD 6, priced at $6.99, is worth the money due to its extensive content, continuous updates, and overall fun gameplay, with some even suggesting it's worth more R63R74R84R90.
Which game is better for co-op play?
Neither game has a strong advantage for co-op play, as both Bloons TD 5 and Bloons TD 6 have significant, recent complaints about co-op functionality, with users reporting frequent disconnections and inability to connect with friends R4R6R51R64.
Do these games require an internet connection?
Both Bloons TD 5 and Bloons TD 6 can be played without an internet connection, which is a feature highly appreciated by users R28R75.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R13] Bloons TD 5 5/5 · US please: i love this game so much. i play it everyday. my favorite event is the totem event because it’s a great opportunity to easily get my daily quests done, but i hate that the prizes are the same every time. i just wish there was more versatility in those rewards. i’m still gonna play regardless, but idk i feel like that’d make the game less repetitive
  2. [R34] Bloons TD 5 5/5 · US Bloonchipper: The whole reason i downloaded this game is to se the bloonchipper
  3. [R46] Bloons TD 5 4/5 · US New Towers!: Great game but has been the same for a long time now- definitely should create additional towers to add to the collection for diversification. Recommended: Water bender Rock thrower
  4. [R65] Bloons TD 6 5/5 · US Amazing game: The gameplay is good and the game is fun and adding new stuff makes me play more 😁
  5. [R2] Bloons TD 5 4/5 · US Fun game good for killing time: The game is honestly really fun. You can really just sit down when you have some downtime and play the game. It performs well, the levels are designed well, and the gameplay is simple and addictive. My only complaint is that is you beat the levels on the harder difficulty the game still expects you to go back and replay the levels on the easier difficulty to get ful
  6. [R23] Bloons TD 5 5/5 · US Addictive: What can I said that others haven’t. Tremendous variety and challenge. Certainly addictive.
  7. [R24] Bloons TD 5 4/5 · US Fun but hard: It's really fun the thing you shoot the balloons and stuff sounds really fun so I do recommend it but its at the same time hard because each round it's will get harder😅
  8. [R75] Bloons TD 6 5/5 · US GREATEST GAME OF ALL TIME: U NEED TO PLAY THIS GAME IT RUNS ON NO INTERNET AND ITS SUPER FUN
  9. [R4] Bloons TD 5 2/5 · US fix co op: this game is awesome but the co op is not working at all got in to one game with my friend and tried like 100 times and didn’t work please fix this
  10. [R6] Bloons TD 5 1/5 · US They broke online: Latest update wont let me play with friends co op
  11. [R10] Bloons TD 5 1/5 · US Rank disappears: My rank disappeared out of nowhere and I had so much unlocked I’m literally so mad all that money and hard earned achievements just gone I could seriously scream
  12. [R51] Bloons TD 6 1/5 · US Fix the connection: Every single time I play co-op it always disconnects me, making it hard to play with my wife or friends. This is ridiculous all the things you’ve done to this game and you can’t fix this?!?!?!
  13. [R12] Bloons TD 5 1/5 · US DO NOT DOWNLOAD: Terrible game terrible mechanics and the game WILL NOT let you progress without spending money. Wish I could give 0 stars.
  14. [R26] Bloons TD 5 4/5 · US Good game but…: Good game but… I payed for stuff and it didn’t give me it 😭
  15. [R28] Bloons TD 5 5/5 · US Love it so much: You need to pay 3$ to play but No anoying ads And the game is the BEST game on earth love it and you don’t need any Wi-Fi to play P.S I love this game sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much and I mean soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much
  16. [R43] Bloons TD 5 4/5 · US Cool: It’s awesome and worth the money
  17. [R63] Bloons TD 6 5/5 · US Amazing game: This game is actually peak there is so much to do and it is so fun. I fully recommend it download now. Even tho it costs money it is worth it.
  18. [R74] Bloons TD 6 5/5 · US Very good: I first thought that the price for it to buy was not worth it but when I started exploring the game I noticed it was so worth it.If you have atleast 6.99$, you should definitely buy this game.
  19. [R84] Bloons TD 6 5/5 · US This game is worth it: It really fun to grind and if ur bored play this game worth the 7 bucks!
  20. [R90] Bloons TD 6 5/5 · US Worth The Money: I bought this game after seeing it on YouTube and it’s one of the most fun games I’ve ever played. It only takes up 1 GB. Highly recommend.
  21. [R64] Bloons TD 6 4/5 · US CRASHES EVERY TIME I GO PLAY CO-OP OR SOLO: I like this game better than Roblox

Synthesized from 100 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store