# Vignettes vs FROST

The clearest difference is update cadence: Vignettes at every 3 weeks against FROST's every 24 months. Vignettes also leads on review sentiment (88% vs 74%) and price ($2.99 vs $4.99). FROST's advantage is ratings volume (15K vs 1K). On rating, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Vignettes costs $2.99 and FROST $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Vignettes against 4.9 for FROST. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FROST has 15K ratings behind it against 1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 88% of Vignettes's written reviews are positive against 74% of FROST's.

Vignettes ships an update every 3 weeks, FROST every 24 months. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Vignettes | FROST |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$2.99** | $4.99 |
| Rating | [4.8 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vignettes/id1100330715/reviews) | **[4.9 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frost/id1234617736/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1K | **15K** |
| Positive reviews | **87.6% of reviews** | 73.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 24 months |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Size | 196 MB | 229 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Skeleton Business](https://appshunter.io/developer/1100330714) | [kunabi brother GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/712167048) |

## What reviewers say

### Vignettes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vignettes/id1100330715)

Explore a world of shifting objects and hidden secrets in this unique, text-free puzzle game. Spin and interact with objects to discover different moods and settings. An accessible and colorful experience for all ages.

**Highlights:** Object shapeshifting, Text-free exploration, Playful interactions, Hidden secrets, Intuitive touch controls, Kaleidoscopic moods and settings

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Unique and creative design
- 🕹️ Engaging and satisfying puzzles
- 🎶 Calming and fitting soundtrack
- 🔍 Intriguing secrets and hidden content
- 🤯 Mesmerizing and mind-bending gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🕰️ Game is too short
- 🤔 Unclear progression and navigation
- 💰 Perceived as overpriced for the content

**Reported bugs**

- Chest won't open after putting in last key
- Voodoo doll won't transform back
- Crashes on startup for some devices

**Requested features**

- More levels and content
- Better map/progression system
- Easier to understand mechanics
- Fix for persistent bugs


### FROST

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frost/id1234617736)

Guide ethereal creatures by drawing paths, leading them to their home planets. Experience a visually stunning world with dynamic swarms and unique elements, unraveling a story of attraction and transformation.

**Highlights:** Draw paths to guide spirits, Dynamic swarms and creatures, Unravel world mysteries, Breathtaking visuals, Unique interactive elements

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Mesmerizing visuals
- 🎶 Relaxing soundtrack
- 👍 Intuitive gameplay
- 🧠 Challenging puzzles
- 💤 Calming, stress-free experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Too few levels
- 🔚 No replay option after completion
- 🔆 Overrides brightness settings
- 💰 Expensive for the content provided

**Reported bugs**

- Brightness settings not working as expected

**Requested features**

- More levels and content updates
- Ability to replay completed levels
- Customizable brightness/color settings
- Free play/sandbox mode


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Vignettes free?

Vignettes costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is FROST free?

FROST costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Vignettes or FROST?

FROST is rated higher. Vignettes averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while FROST averages 4.9 from 15K ratings.

### Do Vignettes or FROST have ads?

Neither Vignettes nor FROST shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Vignettes or FROST?

Vignettes ships an update every 3 weeks, and FROST every 24 months. Most recently, Vignettes was updated on November 11, 2026 and FROST on November 12, 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.*