Call of Duty: Mobile vs Brawl Stars
Which is better in 2026? Five scores, side by side.
It's close: Call of Duty: Mobile edges it 8.2 to 8.1, so the right pick depends on what you need. Call of Duty: Mobile wins on 2 of the 5 scores, Brawl Stars on 2, with 1 tied.
Shooter fans who want real Call of Duty maps and modes on a phone
Friends who want fast, team-based shooting matches in short bursts
Score by score
The details
| Feature | Call of Duty: Mobile | Brawl Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Action & Shooter Games | Action & Shooter Games |
| Category rank | #5 of 8 | #7 of 8 |
| Developer | Activision | Supercell |
| Pricing | Free + paid plans | Free + paid plans |
| Usable for free | Yes | Yes |
| iPhone & iPad | ✓ | ✓ |
| Android | ✓ | ✓ |
Common questions
Is Call of Duty: Mobile better than Brawl Stars?
It's close: Call of Duty: Mobile edges it 8.2 to 8.1, so the right pick depends on what you need. Call of Duty: Mobile wins on 2 of the 5 scores, Brawl Stars on 2, with 1 tied.
Which is cheaper, Call of Duty: Mobile or Brawl Stars?
Call of Duty: Mobile: Free to play; COD Points from $0.99 buy the Battle Pass, bundles and draws. Brawl Stars: Free to play; Gems from $1.99, plus paid Brawl Pass upgrades. On value for money, Call of Duty: Mobile scores higher.
Do Call of Duty: Mobile and Brawl Stars work on the same devices?
Yes, both run on iPhone & iPad, Android.
Which is more private, Call of Duty: Mobile or Brawl Stars?
Brawl Stars scores higher on privacy (6.0/10). App Store label: usage data may be used to track you. Purchases, coarse location, contact info, user content, identifiers, usage and diagnostics may be linked to you.
Strengths and weaknesses
Call of Duty: Mobile
- Excellent touch controls plus controller support
- Loads of modes and classic maps
- Steady seasonal updates
- Paid draws for top cosmetics feel like loot boxes
- Privacy label lists wide tracking
- Google Play listing notes it contains ads
Call of Duty: Mobile is still the most complete shooter you can carry in your pocket. Classic 5v5 multiplayer on maps like Nuketown and Shipment, a full battle royale, Zombies and the DMZ: Recon extraction mode all share one progression, and new seasons arrive regularly. Controls are excellent on touch or with a controller. The catch is the store, with paid draws for top cosmetics, and a privacy label full of tracking.
Full Call of Duty: Mobile review
Brawl Stars
- Quick matches that fit a short break
- Easy controls with real depth
- Polished, colorful art and steady updates
- Progression is slow without spending
- Some purchases include random items
- Privacy label lists tracking
Brawl Stars packs a full arena shooter into matches that last under three minutes. Pick a Brawler, team up, and play Gem Grab, Brawl Ball, Heist or the Showdown battle royale with simple twin-stick controls that suit a phone perfectly. Supercell ships a big update every month or two, packed with new Brawlers. Unlocking and upgrading them is slow unless you pay, and some purchases include random items.
Full Brawl Stars review
