# Swim Out vs Memory Stamps

The clearest difference is rating: Swim Out at 4.7 against Memory Stamps's 4.3. Swim Out also leads on review sentiment (59% vs 40%) and chart position (#179 vs unranked). Memory Stamps's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months) and price ($1.99 vs $2.99). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Swim Out costs $2.99 and Memory Stamps $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Swim Out holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 253 and 82 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of Swim Out's written reviews are positive against 40% of Memory Stamps's.

Swim Out ships an update every 4 months, Memory Stamps fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Swim Out | Memory Stamps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **$1.99** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (253 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swim-out/id1204231646/reviews)** | [4.3 (82 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memory-stamps/id1548945086/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **253** | 82 |
| Positive reviews | **58.5% of reviews** | 40.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#179** | — |
| Size | 125 MB | 52 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lozange Lab](https://appshunter.io/developer/937331328) | [Tepes Ovidiu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1225592787) |

## What reviewers say

### Swim Out

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swim-out/id1204231646)

**Currently charting:** #179 Top Paid · Family (US App Store)

A strategic, turn-based puzzle game set in a relaxing poolside or seaside environment. Plan your moves carefully to avoid other swimmers and enjoy the view. Features over 100 levels with diverse swimmers and interactive objects.

**Highlights:** Turn-based puzzle gameplay, Over 100 levels, Diverse swimmer types, Interactive objects, Environmental hazards, Controller support

**Features:** Game Controller support, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Beautiful graphics and aesthetics
- 🧘 Relaxing and zen atmosphere
- 🧠 Challenging and engaging puzzles
- 👍 Intuitive and simple gameplay
- 🎶 Great sound design and ambient sounds

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Overpriced for the content
- 🐢 Slow animations and movement
- 🔄 Repetitive gameplay over time
- 🤔 Lack of clear instructions/explanations
- 😩 Frustrating to restart levels

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes immediately on opening
- Screen orientation locked
- Money deducted without purchase/notification
- Specific level bug (2-13)
- Game crashes after opening

**Requested features**

- Option to see finished levels
- Faster mode or quicker animations
- More varied puzzle design
- Ability to undo moves
- More level variety or new levels


### Memory Stamps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memory-stamps/id1548945086)

An elegant puzzle game designed to enhance visual memory and promote relaxation. Players study detailed illustrations and then recreate them by filling in missing elements, with options for a stress-free Zen mode or a timed Challenge mode.

**Highlights:** Visual memory training, Zen and Challenge modes, Themed illustrations, Light and Dark mode, Soothing music and colors, Offline play

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Swim Out free?

Swim Out costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Memory Stamps free?

Memory Stamps costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Swim Out or Memory Stamps?

Swim Out is rated higher. Swim Out averages 4.7 out of 5 from 253 ratings, while Memory Stamps averages 4.3 from 82 ratings.

### Do Swim Out or Memory Stamps have ads?

Neither Swim Out nor Memory Stamps shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Swim Out or Memory Stamps?

Swim Out ships an update every 4 months, and Memory Stamps fortnightly. Most recently, Swim Out was updated on November 2, 2026 and Memory Stamps on November 3, 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.*