# Idle Universe vs SPACEPLAN

The clearest difference is price: Idle Universe at Free against SPACEPLAN's $2.99. SPACEPLAN's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, review sentiment, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Idle Universe is free to download; SPACEPLAN costs $2.99 up front. Idle Universe sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. SPACEPLAN asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Idle Universe against 4.2 for SPACEPLAN. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.5K and 907 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 65% of Idle Universe's written reviews are positive against 69% of SPACEPLAN's.

Idle Universe ships an update every 3 weeks, SPACEPLAN every 6 days. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Idle Universe | SPACEPLAN |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | **[4.3 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-universe/id1195110094/reviews)** | [4.2 (907 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spaceplan/id1200864554/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.5K** | 907 |
| Positive reviews | 65.2% of reviews | **69.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#94** |
| Size | 299 MB | 427 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dominik Stallmann](https://appshunter.io/developer/1195110093) | [Devolver Digital, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/457410262) |

## What reviewers say

### Idle Universe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-universe/id1195110094)

Tap to gather matter and create interstellar objects, from particles to galaxies. Objects automatically generate more matter, allowing for endless universe expansion. Unlock divine powers, upgrade objects, and utilize special abilities to grow your cosmic creation.

**Highlights:** Create 31 interstellar objects, Unlock 24 Divine Powers, Upgrade objects with multiple options, Obtain Dark Matter for special abilities, Gain Antimatter via prestige for permanent upgrades, Compete on leaderboards, Earn daily rewards and achievements

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 250 Dark Matter | $3.99 | one-time |
| Double Antimatter Gains | $4.99 | one-time |
| +100% Transcendence Exp | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove All Ads | $8.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Dark Matter | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2500 Dark Matter | $24.99 | one-time |
| 10000 Dark Matter | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Organized and easy to use
- 🚀 Efficient progression system
- 💡 Unique and engaging concept
- 🎨 Good graphics and visuals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and crashes
- 🔋 Slow progress without watching ads
- 🤖 Forced Google account login
- 🔍 Unclear game mechanics

**Reported bugs**

- Prestige button not working
- Ads not providing expected rewards
- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Incorrect offline progress tracking

**Requested features**

- Offline progress tracking
- More prestige layers and upgrades
- Better optimization for larger screens
- Improved tutorial and explanations


### SPACEPLAN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spaceplan/id1200864554)

**Currently charting:** #94 Top Paid · Adventure, #106 Top Paid · Simulation (US App Store)

Engage in an experimental clicker game where you launch potato-based devices from a satellite. Uncover galactic mysteries through a silly, life-affirming narrative and a banging soundtrack. It's a unique sci-fi adventure for those looking to pass the time.

**Highlights:** Unlock and launch 15 starchy items, Engaging narrative story, Explore 5 planets across 2 realities, Original soundtrack, Experimental interaction

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Stellar game after years
- 🎨 Unique and fun storyline
- 🎵 Awesome soundtrack
- 👍 Relaxing and atmospheric
- 👍 Engaging and captivating

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and black screen issues
- 🕰️ Game too short for the price
- 🔁 Lack of replayability or endless mode

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes or gets stuck on black screen
- Compatibility issues with newer devices

**Requested features**

- Add more content and story
- Implement a prestige or progression system
- Allow continuing progress after completing the game


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Idle Universe free?

Idle Universe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is SPACEPLAN free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Idle Universe or SPACEPLAN?

Idle Universe is rated higher. Idle Universe averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while SPACEPLAN averages 4.2 from 907 ratings.

### Do Idle Universe or SPACEPLAN have ads?

Idle Universe shows ads; SPACEPLAN does not.

### Which is updated more often, Idle Universe or SPACEPLAN?

Idle Universe ships an update every 3 weeks, and SPACEPLAN every 6 days. Most recently, Idle Universe was updated on October 29, 2026 and SPACEPLAN 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.*