# Shadow DotZ vs Cosmo Snake

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cosmo Snake at 100% against Shadow DotZ's 0%. Cosmo Snake also leads on rating (4.6 vs 1.0) and update cadence (weekly vs every 19 months). Shadow DotZ's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 13) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cosmo Snake sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Shadow DotZ asks for nothing beyond the download.

Cosmo Snake holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cosmo Snake has 24 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Shadow DotZ's written reviews are positive against 100% of Cosmo Snake's.

Shadow DotZ ships an update every 19 months, Cosmo Snake weekly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Shadow DotZ | Cosmo Snake |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadow-dotz/id1437889132/reviews) | **[4.6 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cosmo-snake-fun-slither-game/id6654898735/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **24** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 19 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 108 MB | 316 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shih ju Yang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1121829754) | [ChainJoy Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1770367950) |

## What reviewers say

### Shadow DotZ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadow-dotz/id1437889132)

An addictive, one-touch game that challenges players to see how far they can progress. It's designed to be a super hard experience, testing your reflexes and endurance.

**Highlights:** One-touch gameplay, Addictive challenge, High difficulty, Endurance testing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Cosmo Snake

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cosmo-snake-fun-slither-game/id6654898735)

Control a worm in a cosmic arena, devouring orbs and fallen foes to grow larger. Outmaneuver opponents with magic tools and strategic play to become the biggest worm. Customize your worm with unique skins for endless fun.

**Highlights:** Classic worm gameplay with magic tools, Cosmic battles against other players, Grow your worm by eating orbs, Unique monster skins for customization, Endless replayability

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Vip Pass | $1.99 | per month |
| Starter Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| BigEye Skin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Jelly Skin | $0.99 | one-time |
| SpaceShip Skin | $0.99 | one-time |
| MaigcTool-SpeedUp | $0.99 | one-time |
| MaigcTool-ScaleDown | $0.99 | one-time |
| MaigcTool-Enlarge | $0.99 | one-time |
| MaigcTool-Magnet | $0.99 | one-time |
| MaigcTool-Shield | $0.99 | one-time |
| ADsRemover | $1.99 | one-time |
| Diamond Pack 4 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 6 | $28.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Shadow DotZ free?

Shadow DotZ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Cosmo Snake free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Shadow DotZ or Cosmo Snake?

Cosmo Snake is rated higher. Shadow DotZ averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Cosmo Snake averages 4.6 from 24 ratings.

### Do Shadow DotZ or Cosmo Snake have ads?

Cosmo Snake shows ads; Shadow DotZ does not.

### Which is updated more often, Shadow DotZ or Cosmo Snake?

Shadow DotZ ships an update every 19 months, and Cosmo Snake weekly. Most recently, Shadow DotZ was updated on October 24, 2026 and Cosmo Snake on October 24, 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.*