# Stellaris vs Tic Tac Scratch

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Tic Tac Scratch at 100% against Stellaris's 31%. Tic Tac Scratch also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 12). Stellaris's advantage is ratings volume (1.6K vs 3). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stellaris sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Tic Tac Scratch asks for nothing beyond the download.

Tic Tac Scratch holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stellaris has 1.6K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of Stellaris's written reviews are positive against 100% of Tic Tac Scratch's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stellaris | Tic Tac Scratch |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stellaris-galaxy-command/id1455954927/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tic-tac-scratch/id6758897756/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.6K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 31.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 1.4 GB | 27 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [GameBear Tech](https://appshunter.io/developer/1295555671) | [ryan Thompson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1585510810) |

## What reviewers say

### Stellaris

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stellaris-galaxy-command/id1455954927)

Lead the rebuilding of galactic civilization after an inter-dimensional invasion. Build your space station, explore star systems, form alliances, and wage war in a real-time universe with thousands of players. Experience an epic sci-fi story with strategic gameplay.

**Highlights:** Space station construction and customization, Form and join alliances, Intergalactic trade systems, Fleet design and warfare, Explore a real-time universe, Engage in event chains and uncover mysteries

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GCC (Mini) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| GCC (Small) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| GCC (Medium) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| Large Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| GCC (Large) | $19.99 | one-time |
| Huge Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| Battle Pass (Elite) | $29.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack | $49.99 | one-time |
| Ultra Pack | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 😂 Chaotic but fun
- 🤑 Rewarding for free-to-play players
- 🤝 Good alliance and community features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤑 Heavily pay-to-win
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔄 Repetitive and grindy
- 🧭 Lack of in-game guidance and instructions
- 🏃‍♂️ Server merges and shutdowns

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when trying to access solar systems
- Account data loss and resets
- Connectivity and server issues

**Requested features**

- More in-depth gameplay and strategy
- Improved UI and navigation
- Ability to customize ships and fleets
- Meaningful single-player content


### Tic Tac Scratch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tic-tac-scratch/id6758897756)

This game reimagines the classic Tic Tac Toe with a "scratch to reveal" mechanic that eliminates stalemates. It offers quick, exciting rounds perfect for families and friends, with options for series play, local multiplayer, and AI challenges.

**Highlights:** Scratch to reveal mechanic, Eliminates stalemates, Series play modes, Local 1v1 multiplayer, Play against CPU, Quick rounds

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stellaris free?

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

### Is Tic Tac Scratch free?

Tic Tac Scratch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Stellaris or Tic Tac Scratch?

Tic Tac Scratch is rated higher. Stellaris averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while Tic Tac Scratch averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Stellaris or Tic Tac Scratch have ads?

Stellaris shows ads; Tic Tac Scratch 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.*