# Next Numbers 2 vs Galaxy Map

The clearest difference is ads: Next Numbers 2 at none against Galaxy Map's shown. Next Numbers 2 also leads on review sentiment (88% vs 80%) and iOS requirement (7.1 vs 15.0). Galaxy Map's advantage is ratings volume (613 vs 31). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Next Numbers 2 sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Galaxy Map sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Next Numbers 2 against 4.6 for Galaxy Map. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Galaxy Map has 613 ratings behind it against 31, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 88% of Next Numbers 2's written reviews are positive against 80% of Galaxy Map's.

Next Numbers 2 ships an update every 4 weeks, Galaxy Map every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Next Numbers 2 | Galaxy Map |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (31 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/next-numbers-2/id1014438993/reviews)** | [4.6 (613 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/galaxy-map/id1170905456/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 31 | **613** |
| Positive reviews | **88.1% of reviews** | 79.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 143 MB | 655 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.1** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vito Technology Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/289641503) | [Andrei Nistorescu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1048905386) |

## What reviewers say

### Next Numbers 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/next-numbers-2/id1014438993)

This brain training game enhances concentration, reaction time, memory, and focus through a fast-paced number-tapping challenge. Improve your cognitive skills with engaging gameplay and increasing difficulty.

**Highlights:** Improves concentration and reaction, Enhances memory and speed, 50+ challenging levels, Offline gameplay, Smooth and engaging gameplay, Great design and sounds

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Refill Lives | $0.99 | one-time |
| Time Boost Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Endless Lives | $2.99 | one-time |


### Galaxy Map

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/galaxy-map/id1170905456)

Explore the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies in an interactive 3D map. Discover nebulae, supernovae, and planets, with stunning visuals based on NASA data. Ideal for education and space enthusiasts.

**Highlights:** Interactive 3D galaxy map, Explore nebulae and supernovae, Fly through planetary atmospheres, Land on planets, Based on NASA data, Available in 100+ languages

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Buy ship - Alien Destroyer | $1.99 | one-time |
| Buy ship - Alien fighter | $1.99 | one-time |
| 3D Visualization Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Buy ship - Dragon Frigate | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| 3D Visualization Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate bundle - SALE | $4.99 | one-time |
| Essentials bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate bundle | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌌 Impressive 3D galaxy and nebula visualizations
- 🚀 Spaceship exploration feature with landing capability
- 📚 Educational content about space and astronomy
- 🎮 Fun and engaging gameplay mechanics
- ✨ No ads in free version

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Excessive paywall for most content
- 🐛 App crashes and fails to load
- 🎮 Poor control mechanics for flying and walking
- 🔍 Lack of zoom functionality or unclear controls
- 🌑 Black holes look too similar to each other

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup
- Explore button shows nothing
- Pinch-to-zoom doesn't work
- App won't load on iPad
- Text displays as boxes in language settings

**Requested features**

- Search button to find galaxies and objects
- More diverse and realistic black hole designs
- AR feature to identify stars/planets in real sky
- More free content and objects
- Exoplanet additions (TRAPPIST-1e, J1407B)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Next Numbers 2 free?

Next Numbers 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Galaxy Map free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Next Numbers 2 or Galaxy Map?

Next Numbers 2 is rated higher. Next Numbers 2 averages 4.7 out of 5 from 31 ratings, while Galaxy Map averages 4.6 from 613 ratings.

### Do Next Numbers 2 or Galaxy Map have ads?

Galaxy Map shows ads; Next Numbers 2 does not.

### Which is updated more often, Next Numbers 2 or Galaxy Map?

Next Numbers 2 ships an update every 4 weeks, and Galaxy Map every 3 weeks. Most recently, Next Numbers 2 was updated on November 1, 2026 and Galaxy Map on November 2, 2026.

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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.*