# Evolution Simulator 2 vs Idle Evolution

The clearest difference is rating: Idle Evolution at 4.2 against Evolution Simulator 2's 3.1. Idle Evolution also leads on ratings volume (268 vs 56). Evolution Simulator 2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Idle Evolution sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Evolution Simulator 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Idle Evolution holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 56 and 268 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 53% of Evolution Simulator 2's written reviews are positive against 43% of Idle Evolution's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

## The numbers

| Metric | Evolution Simulator 2 | Idle Evolution |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/evolution-simulator-2/id1434923488/reviews) | **[4.2 (268 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-evolution-cell-to-human/id1506912147/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 56 | **268** |
| Positive reviews | **52.9% of reviews** | 42.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 11 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 178 MB | 234 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Przemyslaw Gajc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1434540442) | [AA2G1 LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435150054) |

## What reviewers say

### Evolution Simulator 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/evolution-simulator-2/id1434923488)

Engage in a unique simulation where you design and evolve your own microbe. Navigate through various environments, consume different food sources, and adapt to overcome a diverse range of enemies.

**Highlights:** Advanced cell editor, Two food types: meat and plants, 20 levels across 8 themes, 19 enemy types, Passive and active upgrades, Increasing difficulty

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Idle Evolution

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-evolution-cell-to-human/id1506912147)

Simulate the entire evolutionary journey from single-celled organisms to humans. Collect cells, build organs, and evolve diverse life forms. Become a tycoon of life on Earth.

**Highlights:** Cell to human evolution simulation, Creature improvement system, Collect fish, viruses, people, animals, Tap tap clicker mechanics, Organ and body creation, World tycoon gameplay

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 60 Crystals | $1.99 | one-time |
| Disable Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| 120 Crystals | $2.99 | one-time |
| 300 Crystals | $4.99 | one-time |
| 700 Crystals | $8.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Crystals | $23.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Evolution Simulator 2 free?

Evolution Simulator 2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Idle Evolution free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Evolution Simulator 2 or Idle Evolution?

Idle Evolution is rated higher. Evolution Simulator 2 averages 3.1 out of 5 from 56 ratings, while Idle Evolution averages 4.2 from 268 ratings.

### Do Evolution Simulator 2 or Idle Evolution have ads?

Idle Evolution shows ads; Evolution Simulator 2 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.*