# Chocolate Evolution vs Dolphin Evolution

The clearest difference is ads: Chocolate Evolution at none against Dolphin Evolution's shown. Chocolate Evolution also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 6 weeks) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.0). Dolphin Evolution's advantage is ratings volume (817 vs 64). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Chocolate Evolution sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and Dolphin Evolution sells 16 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Chocolate Evolution against 4.7 for Dolphin Evolution. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dolphin Evolution has 817 ratings behind it against 64, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 92% and 93% positive.

Chocolate Evolution ships an update daily, Dolphin Evolution every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Chocolate Evolution | Dolphin Evolution |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (64 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chocolate-evolution-idle-tycoon-and-clicker-game/id1256490938/reviews)** | [4.7 (817 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dolphin-evolution/id1262502663/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 64 | **817** |
| Positive reviews | 92.3% of reviews | **93.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Daily** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 182 MB | 126 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Evolution Games GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1183768323) | [TPG TECNOLOGIA DA INFORMACAO LTDA](https://appshunter.io/developer/444343830) |

## What reviewers say

### Chocolate Evolution

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chocolate-evolution-idle-tycoon-and-clicker-game/id1256490938)

Combine chocolates to discover new and funny forms. Expand your empire by buying new chocolates, evolving them, and earning coins. Explore different stages and discover multiple endings in this idle clicker game.

**Highlights:** Combine chocolates to evolve, Discover new and funny forms, Buy new chocolates to earn money, Tap to earn coins, Five stages and 30 forms, Idle and incremental gameplay, Three possible endings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| 100 gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| 220 gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| 600 gems | $3.99 | one-time |
| Gamer Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1300 gems | $8.99 | one-time |
| Master Bundle | $14.99 | one-time |
| 2800 gems | $17.99 | one-time |


### Dolphin Evolution

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dolphin-evolution/id1262502663)

Combine different dolphin species to create new mutations and achieve ocean domination. Tap to earn coins, unlock new creatures, and discover a mind-blowing story with multiple endings. This idle clicker game offers a unique evolutionary journey with doodle-like illustrations.

**Highlights:** Combine similar dolphins to create new species, Unlock new creatures and earn coins, Discover different stages and dolphin species, Experience a story with fishy twists, Multiple possible endings, Idle clicker gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| pack of rubies | $1.99 | one-time |
| Hard Currency Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| pack with diamonds | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Shop Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Promo Bundles Very High | $2.99 | one-time |
| Hard Currency Pack 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| big pack of rubies | $5.99 | one-time |
| Shop Bundle | $5.99 | one-time |
| Trinket | $6.99 | one-time |
| starter bundle discount | $9.99 | one-time |
| Hard Currency Pack 3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| premium bundle discount | $9.99 | one-time |
| Hard Currency Pack 4 | $19.99 | one-time |
| veteran bundle discount | $19.99 | one-time |
| starter bundle | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and entertaining game
- 💙 Cute and adorable dolphins
- 🤩 Addictive and engaging gameplay
- 🌈 Customizable dolphin colors
- 🎨 Enjoyable evolution process

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and glitches
- 💤 Slow progression at times
- 📺 Excessive advertisements
- 🤔 Some dolphins look strange

**Reported bugs**

- Purchased items disappearing after game restart
- Invisible colors on certain dolphin levels
- Game freezing after reaching new evolution stages

**Requested features**

- More levels and evolution stages
- Additional customization options
- Improved performance and stability
- Reduced advertisements or ad-free version


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Chocolate Evolution free?

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

### Is Dolphin Evolution free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Chocolate Evolution or Dolphin Evolution?

Chocolate Evolution is rated higher. Chocolate Evolution averages 4.8 out of 5 from 64 ratings, while Dolphin Evolution averages 4.7 from 817 ratings.

### Do Chocolate Evolution or Dolphin Evolution have ads?

Dolphin Evolution shows ads; Chocolate Evolution does not.

### Which is updated more often, Chocolate Evolution or Dolphin Evolution?

Chocolate Evolution ships an update daily, and Dolphin Evolution every 6 weeks. Most recently, Chocolate Evolution was updated on October 24, 2026 and Dolphin Evolution on October 29, 2026.

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