# It's a Space Thing vs Super Phantom Cat 2

The clearest difference is rating: Super Phantom Cat 2 at 4.8 against It's a Space Thing's 4.3. Super Phantom Cat 2 also leads on ratings volume (23K vs 39). It's a Space Thing's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Super Phantom Cat 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. It's a Space Thing asks for nothing beyond the download.

Super Phantom Cat 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Super Phantom Cat 2 has 23K ratings behind it against 39, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 78% and 79% positive.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | It's a Space Thing | Super Phantom Cat 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (39 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/its-a-space-thing/id1094310546/reviews) | **[4.8 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-phantom-cat-2/id1153486225/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 39 | **23K** |
| Positive reviews | 77.8% of reviews | **78.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 37 MB | 176 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12 | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Brad Erkkila](https://appshunter.io/developer/933627895) | [Veewo Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/961981307) |

## What reviewers say

### It's a Space Thing

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/its-a-space-thing/id1094310546)

Engage in an intense arcade battle for space dominance. Test your reflexes against waves of alien attackers and powerful bosses. Unlock new modes and customize your experience with various skins.

**Highlights:** Challenging single-player action, Boss battles against 10 enemies, Unlockable Boss Mode, Retro Invaders Mode, Player skins, Local multiplayer, Power-ups

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Simple and fun
- 🆓 Completely free
- 🚫 No ads or in-app purchases (mentioned by some)
- 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for playing with friends

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕹️ Clunky or imprecise controls
- 😵 Controls can be frustrating
- 🤷‍♂️ Game can be too simple
- 📉 Gets boring quickly for some
- ⚔️ Some bosses are too easy/hard or unbalanced

**Reported bugs**

- Widowmaker boss goes offscreen
- Buttons stop working after ads
- Player 1's block button disappears in 2-player mode
- Controls sometimes don't work
- Single player levels don't begin

**Requested features**

- More bosses and content
- Level up system
- Horizontal screen mode
- Bluetooth multiplayer
- Online multiplayer


### Super Phantom Cat 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-phantom-cat-2/id1153486225)

Embark on a magical adventure to rescue your sister, utilizing unique phantom superpowers like bouncing, floating, and transforming enemies. Explore a mysterious world with hidden secrets, diverse characters, and customizable props.

**Highlights:** Phantom superpowers, Character customization, Bingo lottery system, New mission levels, Title system, Wish Tree building, Prop creation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, iMessage stickers

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Kitten pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ad-Free experience | $0.99 | one-time |
| Kitten Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Super Discovery Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Feline Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited energy | $4.99 | one-time |
| SOULBURN | $4.99 | one-time |
| Limited Time Special | $6.99 | one-time |
| The character：Photon | $6.99 | one-time |
| Intermediate Pack | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Awesome gameplay
- 👍 Cute characters and visuals
- 💎 No ads or in-app purchases
- 🎉 Nostalgic and fun
- 🕹️ Challenging but rewarding

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and crashes
- 🔇 Audio issues
- ⏰ Limited energy system
- 🤔 Glitchy in-app purchases

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezing or crashing
- Audio cutting out
- In-app purchases not working
- Progress/data loss

**Requested features**

- More levels and content updates
- Multiplayer mode
- Custom level creator
- Improved energy system


## Frequently asked questions

### Is It's a Space Thing free?

It's a Space Thing is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Super Phantom Cat 2 free?

Super Phantom Cat 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, It's a Space Thing or Super Phantom Cat 2?

Super Phantom Cat 2 is rated higher. It's a Space Thing averages 4.3 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while Super Phantom Cat 2 averages 4.8 from 23K ratings.

### Do It's a Space Thing or Super Phantom Cat 2 have ads?

Both It's a Space Thing and Super Phantom Cat 2 show ads.

### Which is updated more often, It's a Space Thing or Super Phantom Cat 2?

It's a Space Thing ships an update every 2 months, and Super Phantom Cat 2 every 2 months. Most recently, It's a Space Thing was updated on October 24, 2026 and Super Phantom Cat 2 on October 29, 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.*