Comparison

Save the Mars vs Aphelion

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Save the Mars

Features
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Save the Mars is a very challenging, addictive and engaging game. If you like twist and challenging type games, then you've come to the right place. Your mission is to protect your planet from incoming meteors using a nearby planet. Meteors that threaten to destroy your planet. Tap to change the direction of ball and hold to increase speed around the planet. Conquer those twists and turns to become the ultimate champion. Remember your mission and defense for your planet until you die. It seems easy to play but it's hard to brush up your skills. Are you ready to set new high score? How to play: - Tap to change the direction of ball and hold to increase speed around the planet. The game runs on very easy control. Just tap on the screen to change the orbit. But tap only when the intersection of the other orbit is close. Features: - New idea - Easy to learn, hard to master - Simple, attractive graphics - Cool sound fx Feel free to give us your precious feedback. e8d232f121

About

Aphelion

Guide a comet through celestial bodies and obstacles using precise flicks. Solve physics-based puzzles across five distinct chapters with over 50 handcrafted levels. Experience a minimalist, timer-free approach to space exploration.

Highlights
  • Flick-based aiming and trajectory control
  • Gravity-driven orbital mechanics
  • 50 handcrafted levels across 5 chapters
  • Minimalist, timer-free gameplay
  • Steer comets and capture celestial bodies
Features
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Master gravity with one flick. Launch a comet, bend its trajectory around moving worlds, and complete 100 handcrafted orbital puzzles. EXPLORE TEN CHAPTERS • Aim with precision using a live trajectory preview • Slingshot around planets and capture stable orbits • Collect and deliver ice across moving systems • Reshape trajectories with timed engine burns • Survive atmospheric entry and dangerous ring crossings • Defend planets from incoming asteroids • Use animated solver hints whenever you’re stuck Play at your own pace with no timers, energy systems, or forced ads. The core game works offline and fits into a remarkably small download. One flick. One trajectory. One perfect solution.

Screenshots

Save the Mars4 screens
Aphelion4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Save the Mars at none against Aphelion's 1. Save the Mars also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 16.0). Aphelion's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 10 months). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Aphelion sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Save the Mars asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Save the Mars ships an update every 10 months, Aphelion every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Save the Mars versus Aphelion: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSave the MarsAphelion
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.9 (18 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—18 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS6.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHan Dol KimJIUSONG GAO

In-app purchases

None

Save the Mars

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Aphelion

One-time1
  • Unlock All Hints$3.99

Questions

Is Save the Mars free?
Save the Mars is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Aphelion free?
Aphelion is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Save the Mars or Aphelion have ads?
Aphelion shows ads; Save the Mars does not.
Which is updated more often, Save the Mars or Aphelion?
Save the Mars ships an update every 10 months, and Aphelion every 2 days. Most recently, Save the Mars was updated on October 26, 2026 and Aphelion on October 28, 2026.

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