# Nova Empire vs Space Decor

The clearest difference is ads: Nova Empire at none against Space Decor's shown. Nova Empire also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (5.1K vs 620). Space Decor's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.3) and review sentiment (73% vs 47%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Nova Empire sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Space Decor sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Space Decor holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Nova Empire has 5.1K ratings behind it against 620, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of Nova Empire's written reviews are positive against 73% of Space Decor's.

Nova Empire ships an update every 6 weeks, Space Decor every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Nova Empire | Space Decor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (5.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nova-empire-space-wars-mmo/id1295555672/reviews) | **[4.8 (620 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-decormansion/id1600212521/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5.1K** | 620 |
| Positive reviews | 46.9% of reviews | **73.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1.8 GB | 228 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [GameBear Tech](https://appshunter.io/developer/1295555671) | [ZYMobile](https://appshunter.io/developer/945646206) |

## What reviewers say

### Nova Empire

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nova-empire-space-wars-mmo/id1295555672)

Engage in epic galactic warfare with players worldwide in this next-generation online space strategy game. Build and customize your space station, design powerful fleets, and form alliances to conquer sectors of space. Experience real-time battles and strategic gameplay with stunning HD graphics.

**Highlights:** Real-time galactic battles, Alliance system for sector control, Fleet design and customization, Space station building, Recruit elite admirals, HD graphics and sound

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tiny Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Special Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Bonus Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ultra Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| Large Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Prime Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Huge Pack | $49.99 | one-time |
| Epic Pack | $99.99 | one-time |
| Dominator Pack | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent graphics and gameplay
- 🔒 Secure and stable connection
- 👍 Engaging alliance and community features
- 🚀 Smooth progression for free-to-play players

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and connection issues
- ⏱️ Extremely long build/upgrade times
- 💰 Aggressive monetization and pay-to-win mechanics
- 🔒 Poor customer support and lack of responsiveness

**Reported bugs**

- Shields randomly deactivating during wars
- Disappearing ships and lost progress after crashes
- Inability to leave or switch alliances due to glitches

**Requested features**

- Ability to transfer resources between alliance members
- More diplomacy options between alliances
- Improved tutorial and onboarding for new players
- Larger and more diverse galaxy to explore


### Space Decor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-decormansion/id1600212521)

Unleash your inner designer by decorating various houses, from apartments to villas, with diverse styles. Progress through challenging match-3 levels to earn coins for decorations and unlock new design opportunities.

**Highlights:** Decorate diverse houses and rooms, Choose from multiple design styles, Play challenging match-3 puzzle levels, Earn coins to buy decorations, Participate in weekly events, Enjoy a detective story

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Membership | $14.99 | per month |
| Starter Gift | $0.99 | one-time |
| beginner gift | $0.99 | one-time |
| 550  diamonds | $4.99 | one-time |
| Golden Ticket | $4.99 | one-time |
| Piggy bank level 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Advanced Bundle | $6.99 | one-time |
| 1200 diamonds | $9.99 | one-time |
| Amazing Bundle | $12.99 | one-time |
| 2700 diamonds | $19.99 | one-time |
| Elegant Bundle | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Relaxing and enjoyable gameplay
- 💎 Satisfying room decoration
- 🎨 Beautiful graphics and designs
- 🕹️ Fun and challenging mini-games

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Lack of story or narrative
- 🚫 Limited room options
- 💰 Frequent ads and in-app purchases
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezing or crashing during play
- Ads not loading or getting stuck
- Inability to access certain rooms or features
- Purchases or progress not saving properly

**Requested features**

- More room types and customization options
- Ability to change purchased furniture/decor
- Offline play without ads
- Expanded storyline or progression system


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Nova Empire free?

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

### Is Space Decor free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Nova Empire or Space Decor?

Space Decor is rated higher. Nova Empire averages 4.3 out of 5 from 5.1K ratings, while Space Decor averages 4.8 from 620 ratings.

### Do Nova Empire or Space Decor have ads?

Space Decor shows ads; Nova Empire does not.

### Which is updated more often, Nova Empire or Space Decor?

Nova Empire ships an update every 6 weeks, and Space Decor every 7 months. Most recently, Nova Empire was updated on October 28, 2026 and Space Decor on October 21, 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.*