Comparison

STOVE App vs Arcalive

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

STOVE App

This app centralizes your gaming experience, allowing you to discover new titles, connect with other players, and manage your game activity. Stream gameplay, chat with friends, and access game logs all from your mobile device.

Highlights
  • Game discovery and updates
  • Community forums and chat
  • Game activity tracking
  • Remote streaming and notifications
  • Secure login with authenticator
  • In-app currency and coupon management
Features
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The most exciting discovery, the STOVE App Lost Ark, Epic Seven, LORDNINE, Crossfire. Jump into your favorite STOVE Game titles faster and easier than ever. Check your Game Log, join conversations in the Community, or stream gameplay on the go. All you need is the STOVE App. ■ Home – Your game activity at a glance - Track everything you've played, all in one place - and receive personalized recommendations that match what you love. - Pin your favorite features with My Menu for quicker access, - and check your owned games, Wishlist, Community posts, and achievements right from MY Home. - Go visit your Friends' MY Home pages. ■ Games – Discover something new - Browse STOVE PC games right from your mobile device. - Stay updated on popular STOVE Game titles like Lost Ark, Epic Seven, LORDNINE, and Crossfire. - Check out the latest updates, Store sales, and Store Free To Play events in one go. - Receive instant updates on games in your Wishlist. ■ Community – Connect with fellow players - Chat freely with others who enjoy the same STOVE Game titles. - Catch trending posts and news in the Community - or drop by the Lounge for more casual chats. - Like, comment, and share the hype. ■ Security – Fast login, strong protection - Logging in is quick and easy, but your security stays solid. - Use the STOVE App Authenticator (OTP) or QR Login to log in from anywhere. - Even on a public PC, just scan the STOVE QR Code and you're good to go! - Rest easy knowing your account is covered with STOVE's Security Settings. ■ STOVE Chat – From 1:1 Chats to Group Chats - Add friends with their STOVE nickname - Exchange text, emojis, and images in both 1:1 and group chats - Jump into chats right from your Friends list, New Chat, or MY HOME ■ Link – Keep playing anywhere - Switch from PC to mobile without missing a beat. - Stream remotely with STOVE Link, - and receive important notifications in real time. ■ More – From Points to Customer Service - Check and manage your Cash, Point, and Flake balances, - along with any discount coupons within the app. - Customize your phone's widgets and background starring your favorite game characters. - Need help? The Mobile Customer Service is always open inside the app. Games, Community, and streaming, all in one place. Find everything you need with the STOVE App. Play Lost Ark, Epic Seven, LORDNINE, Crossfire, and many more titles through STOVE Game and the Store! * Games available on the STOVE App must be played using the STOVE PC Client. ■ Smartphone App Permissions Guide The following permissions may be requested to provide services while using the app. [Optional Access Permissions] - Photos: Used to set your profile or access photos and media on your device. - Camera: Used to set your profile, scan QR codes, take photos, and record videos. - Microphone: For recording video and voice purposes. - Notification: You will receive community subscriptions, rewards, login, and marketing notifications. - Biometric Authentication (Touch ID, Face ID): Used for QR login. - Tracking: Daily user activity is tracked and used for statistical purposes. * You can still use the service even if you do not agree to the optional access permissions. [How to Manage Permissions] - Go to Settings → Privacy → Select the permission → Choose to allow or deny access ■ STOVE Customer Service: 1670-0399 ※ STOVE is a service trademark of Smilegate, Inc.,

About

Arcalive

Connect with a diverse community and subscribe to your favorite channels. Share posts and receive instant notifications once you join. This is an official application for a free and engaging social space.

Highlights
  • Subscribe to channels
  • Write posts
  • Join communities
  • Receive notifications
  • Free community access
Features
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It is an official Arcalive application of a diverse and free community. - You can subscribe to the channel you want and write a post. - Once you join the community you can receive notifications.

Screenshots

STOVE App4 screens
Arcalive2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: STOVE App at none against Arcalive's shown. STOVE App also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months) and review sentiment (38% vs 23%). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 2.5 for STOVE App against 2.4 for Arcalive. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13 and 5 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 38% of STOVE App's written reviews are positive against 23% of Arcalive's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

STOVE App ships an update every 3 weeks, Arcalive every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
STOVE App versus Arcalive: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSTOVE AppArcalive
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.5 (13 ratings) — better2.4 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews37.9% of reviews — better23.1% of reviews
Number of ratings13 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size203 MB48 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperSmilegate, Inc.umanle S.R.L.

Customer experience

STOVE App

All ratings13 ratings
Positive38.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative61.5%
Written reviews29 reviews
Positive37.9%
Neutral20.7%
Negative41.4%

Arcalive

All ratings5 ratings
Positive40.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative60.0%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive23.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative76.9%

In-app purchases

None

STOVE App

No in-app purchases

None

Arcalive

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is STOVE App free?
STOVE App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Arcalive free?
Arcalive is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, STOVE App or Arcalive?
STOVE App is rated higher. STOVE App averages 2.5 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Arcalive averages 2.4 from 5 ratings.
Do STOVE App or Arcalive have ads?
Arcalive shows ads; STOVE App does not.
Which is updated more often, STOVE App or Arcalive?
STOVE App ships an update every 3 weeks, and Arcalive every 4 months. Most recently, STOVE App was updated on October 26, 2026 and Arcalive on October 27, 2026.

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