Comparison

Pet Bits vs Dog Simulator

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

Head to head
About

Pet Bits

Engage in coding activities by guiding pets to prizes. Teach your virtual or physical pet daily routines by sequencing actions. Unlock customized content and interact with your robot companion.

Highlights
  • Coding puzzles
  • Pet training activities
  • Robot communication
  • Virtual pet care
  • QR code integration
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Have fun with coding activities: complete the paths by helping the pet_bits to reach the prizes and, if you have a pet_bit, teach it how to perform daily activities, by arranging the actions in the right order. The app is entirely free but part of the contents are accessible only by purchasing the product, as they entail communication with the robot. If you own a pet_bit, simply scan the QR code on its base to unlock the activities with its customised contents. Send the robot virtual food and gifts obtained during the game, name the robot and teach it to repeat your name.

About

Dog Simulator

Experience the joys of dog ownership in this virtual pet simulator. Care for various dogs, from puppies to mature pets, by feeding, bathing, and taking them for walks. Rescue and nurture your virtual companions to create a loving home.

Highlights
  • Virtual dog care
  • Feeding and bathing pets
  • Taking dogs for walks
  • Rescuing and nurturing dogs
  • Virtual family life simulation
Features
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Immerse yourself in the heartwarming world of "Dog Simulator: My Pets", where your love for dogs transforms into an engaging and nurturing experience. This dog simulator is not just a game; it's a journey into the life of a compassionate dog lover. In this virtual family life, each doggy, be it a playful puppy or a mature pet, depends on you for care. Feel the joy of feeding, bathing, and quenching the thirst of your furry friends. Walks are not just a routine but an exploration of bonding and joy with your companions. "Dog Simulator: My Pets" offers an unparalleled dog simulator experience, blending the joy of pet care with the satisfaction of rescuing and nurturing. Join this heartwarming adventure and create a haven for your beloved companions. Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://taketopgames.com/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

Pet Bits4 screens
Dog Simulator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Dog Simulator at 4.8 against Pet Bits's 4.2. Dog Simulator also leads on review sentiment (81% vs 55%) and ratings volume (11K vs 5). Pet Bits's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 22) and ads (none vs shown). On price, monetization model and device support 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. Dog Simulator sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Pet Bits asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Dog Simulator holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dog Simulator has 11K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of Pet Bits's written reviews are positive against 81% of Dog Simulator's.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Pet Bits versus Dog Simulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPet BitsDog Simulator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (5 ratings)4.8 (11K ratings) — better
Positive reviews54.5% of reviews81.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings511K — better
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size240 MB430 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperClementoni S.p.A.LLP Take Top Entertainment

Customer experience

Pet Bits

All ratings5 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral40.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive54.5%
Neutral18.2%
Negative27.3%

Dog Simulator

All ratings10,942 ratings
Positive97.2%
Neutral1.2%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews290 reviews
Positive81.4%
Neutral7.6%
Negative11.0%

Bugs and requests

Pet Bits

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Dog Simulator

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Dogs getting stuck in furniture
  • Inability to properly interact with water bowl

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add puppies
  • Expand backyard/outdoor space
  • Improve instructions and tutorials
  • Reduce frequency of ads
  • Introduce new animal types (horses, farm animals, etc.)

In-app purchases

None

Pet Bits

No in-app purchases

22 purchases

Dog Simulator

Subscriptions1
  • Premium access3 Days trial$4.997 Days
One-time21
  • NO ADS$0.99
  • Pet island$0.99
  • Auto-drinker$0.99
Show 18 more
  • Auto-feeder$0.99
  • NO ADS$1.99
  • A small pack of hearts$1.99
  • A small pack of tickets$1.99
  • NO ADS$2.99
  • Tun Tun Tun Sakhur$3.99
  • Bombordiro crocodile$3.99
  • NO ADS$3.99
  • Ballerina Capuccina$3.99
  • Tralalero dog$3.99
  • A medium pack of hearts$3.99
  • A medium pack of tickets$3.99
  • Bonus No Ads$4.99
  • No ads$5.99
  • Pack with pets "Memes"$9.99
  • A big pack of hearts$9.99
  • A big pack of tickets$9.99
  • Pack with pets "Memes"$12.99

Questions

Is Pet Bits free?
Pet Bits is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Dog Simulator free?
Dog Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pet Bits or Dog Simulator?
Dog Simulator is rated higher. Pet Bits averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Dog Simulator averages 4.8 from 11K ratings.
Do Pet Bits or Dog Simulator have ads?
Dog Simulator shows ads; Pet Bits does not.

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