# Projector Screen Simulator vs Pet Pal Paw

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Pet Pal Paw at 71% against Projector Screen Simulator's 5%. Pet Pal Paw also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.4) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 18 months). Projector Screen Simulator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 18) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pet Pal Paw sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Projector Screen Simulator asks for nothing beyond the download.

Pet Pal Paw holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pet Pal Paw has 44K ratings behind it against 124, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 5% of Projector Screen Simulator's written reviews are positive against 71% of Pet Pal Paw's.

Projector Screen Simulator ships an update every 18 months, Pet Pal Paw every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 22, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Projector Screen Simulator | Pet Pal Paw |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.4 (124 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/projector-screen-simulator/id1071199565/reviews) | **[4.7 (44K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pet-pal-paw/id6474220984/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 124 | **44K** |
| Positive reviews | 5.2% of reviews | **71.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 18 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 157 MB | 497 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Mariya Ivanova](https://appshunter.io/developer/1030352589) | [Blocky Puzzle Game Lab](https://appshunter.io/developer/1699739826) |

## What reviewers say

### Projector Screen Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/projector-screen-simulator/id1071199565)

This app simulates a projector for entertainment, allowing you to display photos and selfies on a virtual screen. It's a joke app designed for fun and pranks, letting you pretend to be a film director or put friends on the big screen.

**Highlights:** Photo and selfie projection, Virtual movie screen, Joke and prank functionality, Different patterns for photos, Simulated film director experience

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works great (rare positive)
- 👍 Very good recommend (rare positive)
- 👍 Really good app (rare positive)
- 👍 Terrific app (rare positive)
- 👍 It projects on my wall (rare positive)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 App is a scam
- 👎 Does not work
- 👎 Fake projector
- 👎 Time waste
- 👎 Does not project on real wall

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes
- App freezes
- App does not function as expected
- App does not project on wall
- App shows picture on screen instead of wall

**Requested features**

- App name less confusing
- Real projector functionality


### Pet Pal Paw

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pet-pal-paw/id6474220984)

Care for a variety of virtual pets, from cats and dogs to mythical creatures. Engage in fun match-three games to earn rewards and customize your phone with adorable pet-themed widgets. Your virtual companions are always with you.

**Highlights:** Hatch and care for diverse virtual pets, Widget companionship for pets, Pet-themed match-three games, Earn rewards for pet progression, Customizable pet-themed widgets, Clock, calendar, and weather widgets

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

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Pet Coins Package 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Normal Pet Egg | $0.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pet Egg | $1.99 | one-time |
| Normal Pet Egg Package 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Diamonds Package 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pet Coins Package 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pet Coins Package 3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Normal Pet Egg Package 2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Special Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| Normal Pet Egg Package 4 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pet Coins Package 7 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pet Egg Package 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pet Egg Package 4 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Pet Coins Package 4 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pet Coins Package 8 | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🐱 Cute pets
- 🎨 Adorable widgets
- 🤝 Co-parenting with friends
- 💎 Fun mini-games

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive in-game purchases
- ⏰ Pets require constant attention
- 🎬 Too many ads
- 🔍 Limited game modes

**Reported bugs**

- Pets disappearing after co-parenting
- Widgets not working as expected
- Ads preventing app exit

**Requested features**

- More free pet options
- Ability to choose pet type
- Reduced pet care requirements
- Additional mini-games


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Projector Screen Simulator free?

Projector Screen Simulator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Pet Pal Paw free?

Pet Pal Paw is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Projector Screen Simulator or Pet Pal Paw?

Pet Pal Paw is rated higher. Projector Screen Simulator averages 1.4 out of 5 from 124 ratings, while Pet Pal Paw averages 4.7 from 44K ratings.

### Do Projector Screen Simulator or Pet Pal Paw have ads?

Both Projector Screen Simulator and Pet Pal Paw show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Projector Screen Simulator or Pet Pal Paw?

Projector Screen Simulator ships an update every 18 months, and Pet Pal Paw every 2 weeks. Most recently, Projector Screen Simulator was updated on October 22, 2026 and Pet Pal Paw on October 22, 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.*