# Surface vs TinyVale

The clearest difference is rating: Surface at 4.5 against TinyVale's 3.8. Surface also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (777 vs 97). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Surface sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and TinyVale sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Surface holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Surface has 777 ratings behind it against 97, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 65% and 65% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | Surface | TinyVale |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (777 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/surface-strings-of-fate/id1292006080/reviews)** | [3.8 (97 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tinyvale/id1529268341/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **777** | 97 |
| Positive reviews | **65.3% of reviews** | 64.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 982 MB | 168 MB |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 | 10.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Big Fish Premium, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1269668575) | [The Carrot Studio Pte Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1509674198) |

## What reviewers say

### Surface

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/surface-strings-of-fate/id1292006080)

Embark on a captivating hidden object adventure to rescue your abducted sister. Solve intricate puzzles and face off against spirits to navigate the Land of the Forgotten and bring her home. Uncover the price of help from a mysterious spirit in this thrilling mystery game.

**Highlights:** Hidden object gameplay, Mystery adventure, Solve intricate puzzles, Rescue a kidnapped sister, Face off against spirits, Explore the Land of the Forgotten

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Game Unlock | $6.99 | one-time |
| Full Game on Sale Now | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and imaginative storyline
- 🎨 Lovely scenery and graphics
- 🕹️ Unique and engaging puzzles
- 📦 Bonus chapter with good length and story
- 🌺 Collecting flowers and morphing dolls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Graphical glitches and issues
- 🤔 Repetitive tasks and game mechanics
- 💤 Short main game length
- 🕹️ Some puzzles too difficult or unclear
- 💰 Game considered overpriced

**Reported bugs**

- Touchscreen hotspots visible
- Inability to pick up items in hidden object scenes
- Bonus chapter glitch preventing progress

**Requested features**

- Ability to continue games
- Option to make games free to continue


### TinyVale

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tinyvale/id1529268341)

Embark on an adventure in a vast world filled with hidden treasures. Engage in activities like fishing for exotic catches and mining for precious gems. Your interactions with villagers will shape their lives and the unfolding narrative.

**Highlights:** World exploration, Fishing for exotic catches, Mining for legendary gems, Interactive villagers, Decision-based narrative

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1000 shelly | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5 x phoenix feather | $0.99 | one-time |
| Large Bag | $4.99 | one-time |
| 10000 shelly | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Cute and relaxing art style
- 🌳 Interesting exploration and discovery
- 🕰️ Nostalgic and tranquil gameplay
- 👍 Charming characters and story

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🧭 Lack of navigation tools (map, compass)
- 🕹️ Slow and clunky character movement
- 📚 Unclear objectives and lack of guidance

**Reported bugs**

- Disappearing fishing rod and other items
- Inability to obtain certain key items (ring, logs)
- Crash when interacting with specific NPCs
- Getting stuck in certain areas (dark forest, well)

**Requested features**

- Add volume/sound settings
- Implement a save/load system
- Provide more tools and equipment
- Improve tutorial and in-game hints


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Surface free?

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

### Is TinyVale free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Surface or TinyVale?

Surface is rated higher. Surface averages 4.5 out of 5 from 777 ratings, while TinyVale averages 3.8 from 97 ratings.

### Do Surface or TinyVale have ads?

TinyVale shows ads; Surface 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.*