# VOEZ vs Arcaea

The clearest difference is rating: Arcaea at 4.8 against VOEZ's 4.3. Arcaea also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 4 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. VOEZ sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and Arcaea sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Arcaea holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Arcaea has 25K ratings behind it against 1.5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of VOEZ's written reviews are positive against 78% of Arcaea's.

VOEZ ships an update every 4 months, Arcaea every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | VOEZ | Arcaea |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voez/id1007929736/reviews) | **[4.8 (25K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcaea/id1205999125/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.5K | **25K** |
| Positive reviews | 67.9% of reviews | **78.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #192 | **#41** |
| Size | 713 MB | 1.2 GB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Rayark International Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/483529071) | [lowiro](https://appshunter.io/developer/1381393762) |

## What reviewers say

### VOEZ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voez/id1007929736)

**Currently charting:** #192 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Experience a vibrant rhythm game with a compelling story about a high school band pursuing their dreams. Enjoy dynamic gameplay with falling notes and a vast, ever-expanding music library. Compete with players worldwide and discover new challenges.

**Highlights:** Dynamic falling note gameplay, Extensive monthly music updates, Storyline following a teenage band, Global leaderboard competition, Multiple game modes, Score sharing on social media

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Key | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pack 1 (Key x 6) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Limited discount (Key x 10) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pack 2 (Key x 12) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Limited time sale | $14.99 | one-time |
| Pack 3 (Key x 25) | $19.99 | one-time |
| Pack 4 (Key x 40) | $29.99 | one-time |
| Pack 4 (Key x 55) | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Addictive and engaging gameplay
- 💎 Beautiful visuals and animations
- 🎶 Diverse and high-quality music selection
- 👍 Smooth and responsive controls
- 🌟 Challenging yet rewarding experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔑 Difficult to earn in-game currency (keys) without paying
- 🤖 Concerns about use of AI-generated art
- 🔌 Requires constant internet connection
- 📱 Not optimized for larger screens (iPhone X/XR)

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes on launch or during gameplay
- Login and account issues
- Unresponsive or delayed controls
- Syncing and audio issues

**Requested features**

- Offline play mode
- More free songs and easier key acquisition
- Improved tutorial and onboarding
- Customizable controls and note layouts
- Multiplayer or co-op gameplay


### Arcaea

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcaea/id1205999125)

**Currently charting:** #41 Top Grossing · Music, #56 Top Free · Music (US App Store)

Experience a unique rhythm game that blends challenging gameplay with an immersive story. Progress through a narrative driven by your performance, unlock new difficulties, and compete with others online. Enjoy a vast library of music, with more available through content packs.

**Highlights:** Novel gameplay mechanics, Immersive sound and story, High difficulty ceiling, Over 350 songs, 3 rhythm difficulty levels per song, Real-time online multiplayer, Rich Main Story and Side Stories

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Memories | $0.99 | one-time |
| 510 Memories | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1020 Memories | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Unique gameplay mechanics
- 🎨 Beautiful visuals and art
- 🎶 Excellent music selection
- 👍 Smooth and responsive controls
- 💯 Challenging yet rewarding difficulty

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Excessive paywall for content
- 🔁 Repetitive grind in World Mode
- 🐛 Occasional note registration issues
- 🔊 Audio desync when multitasking
- 🤖 Lack of practice mode or tutorial

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues and account sync problems
- Compatibility problems on certain devices
- Crashes and freezes during gameplay

**Requested features**

- Multiplayer mode to compete with friends
- Ability to earn premium currency through gameplay
- More free song options to explore the game
- Customizable note speed and offset settings
- Improved story mode and character development


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VOEZ free?

VOEZ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Arcaea free?

Arcaea is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, VOEZ or Arcaea?

Arcaea is rated higher. VOEZ averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Arcaea averages 4.8 from 25K ratings.

### Do VOEZ or Arcaea have ads?

VOEZ shows ads; Arcaea does not.

### Which is updated more often, VOEZ or Arcaea?

VOEZ ships an update every 4 months, and Arcaea every 8 days. Most recently, VOEZ was updated on October 29, 2026 and Arcaea on October 30, 2026.

### Which is more popular, VOEZ or Arcaea?

VOEZ currently peaks at #192 in the App Store charts, and Arcaea at #41. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*