# Idle Universe vs Space

The clearest difference is ads: Space at none against Idle Universe's shown. Space also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and iOS requirement (12.2 vs 15.0). Idle Universe's advantage is ratings volume (1.5K vs 55) and review sentiment (65% vs 50%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Idle Universe sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Space sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Space holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Idle Universe has 1.5K ratings behind it against 55, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 65% of Idle Universe's written reviews are positive against 50% of Space's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

## The numbers

| Metric | Idle Universe | Space |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-universe/id1195110094/reviews) | **[4.7 (55 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-the-game/id1492596669/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.5K** | 55 |
| Positive reviews | **65.2% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 297 MB | 106 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.2** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dominik Stallmann](https://appshunter.io/developer/1195110093) | [Unbound Software, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1492596668) |

## 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


### Space

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-the-game/id1492596669)

Navigate your spaceship through the galaxy using celestial gravity. Avoid hazards like asteroids and aliens while collecting power-ups. Each level offers unique challenges and multiple solutions to reach the space station.

**Highlights:** Gravity-based navigation, Dynamic obstacles, Asteroid and alien avoidance, Collect credits and power-ups, Multiple solutions per level, Challenging gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 25 Credit Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 50 Credit Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| 100 Credit Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| 200 Credit Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| 500 Credit Pack | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Idle Universe free?

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

### Is Space free?

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

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

Space is rated higher. Idle Universe averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Space averages 4.7 from 55 ratings.

### Do Idle Universe or Space have ads?

Idle Universe shows ads; Space does not.

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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.*