# Reporter vs Bright Memory

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Reporter at none against Bright Memory's 9. Reporter also leads on price ($0.59 vs $4.99) and rating (4.6 vs 4.4). Bright Memory's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 11 days). On review sentiment, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Reporter costs $0.59 and Bright Memory $4.99 up front. Bright Memory sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Reporter asks for nothing beyond the download.

Reporter holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 18 and 48 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of Reporter's written reviews are positive against 67% of Bright Memory's.

Reporter ships an update every 11 days, Bright Memory every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Reporter | Bright Memory |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$0.59** | $4.99 |
| Rating | **[4.6 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reporter-the-beginning/id1210190580/reviews)** | [4.4 (48 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bright-memory-infinite/id1669877091/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 18 | **48** |
| Positive reviews | **72.7% of reviews** | 67.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 847 MB | 2.4 GB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Igor Migun](https://appshunter.io/developer/552344424) | [贤成 曾](https://appshunter.io/developer/1474315940) |

## What reviewers say

### Reporter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reporter-the-beginning/id1210190580)

An action-horror game that plunges you into a town plagued by terrifying and inexplicable killings. Unravel the mystery and survive the chaos.

**Highlights:** Action-horror gameplay, Tricky puzzles, Investigate mysterious killings, Survival elements, Immersive atmosphere

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Bright Memory

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bright-memory-infinite/id1669877091)

Experience a thrilling blend of FPS and action in a futuristic world. Investigate a mysterious global phenomenon by combining unique skills, sword combat, and customizable firearms. Explore an ancient history connecting two worlds.

**Highlights:** FPS and action genre blend, Skill and ability combos, Sword combat, Customizable firearms, Gyroscope aiming support, Controller support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Black Kitten Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 学院兔皮肤 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cyber Rabbit | $0.99 | one-time |
| Energetic Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Youthful Days Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cheongsam (New Year) Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cheongsam (Blue Flowers) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bikini Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Skinny Jeans Pack | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great graphics
- 💡 Excellent with a controller
- 🚀 Fun mechanics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and issues with controls
- 🔧 Needs improvements for iPad devices
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases

**Reported bugs**

- Buttons not programmed properly for iOS
- Unable to complete identity verification
- Touch controls issues on iPad

**Requested features**

- Add controller vibration support
- Allow customization of touch controls
- Optimize controls for PlayStation controller


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Reporter free?

Reporter costs $0.59, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Bright Memory free?

Bright Memory costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Reporter or Bright Memory?

Reporter is rated higher. Reporter averages 4.6 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Bright Memory averages 4.4 from 48 ratings.

### Do Reporter or Bright Memory have ads?

Neither Reporter nor Bright Memory shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Reporter or Bright Memory?

Reporter ships an update every 11 days, and Bright Memory every 3 days. Most recently, Reporter was updated on November 2, 2026 and Bright Memory 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.*