# Paradigm vs BanG Dream! Our Notes

Paradigm and BanG Dream! Our Notes both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 81% of Paradigm's written reviews are positive against 65% of BanG Dream! Our Notes's. BanG Dream! Our Notes's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks) and chart position (#9 vs #171). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Paradigm sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and BanG Dream! Our Notes sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Paradigm against 4.7 for BanG Dream! Our Notes. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 269 and 1.1K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 81% of Paradigm's written reviews are positive against 65% of BanG Dream! Our Notes's.

Paradigm ships an update every 3 weeks, BanG Dream! Our Notes every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Paradigm | BanG Dream! Our Notes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (269 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paradigm-reboot/id1499645558/reviews)** | [4.7 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bang-dream-our-notes/id6757695187/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 269 | **1.1K** |
| Positive reviews | **81.4% of reviews** | 64.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #171 | **#9** |
| Size | 1.2 GB | 452 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Xiamen TunerGames Network Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1489164605) | [BILIBILI HK LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1382536367) |

## What reviewers say

### Paradigm

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paradigm-reboot/id1499645558)

**Currently charting:** #171 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Experience a unique rhythm game set in 3D space, blending music gameplay with a narrative. Navigate four-sided levels with special "Space" notes and enjoy a wide range of music from global artists. The game offers adjustable difficulty for all skill levels.

**Highlights:** Stereoscopic 3D gameplay, Four-sided rhythm mechanics, Unique "Space" notes, Storytelling elements, Adjustable difficulty levels, Global artist music library

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Single "Encore" | $0.99 | one-time |
| Single "On And On!!" | $0.99 | one-time |
| Single "Subterranean Blastoff" | $0.99 | one-time |
| 20 Active Crystal | $0.99 | one-time |
| Side Album "Duplex Fusion" | $3.99 | one-time |
| Side Album "Still Existence" | $3.99 | one-time |
| Main Story Album Chapter 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 110 Active Crystal | $4.99 | one-time |
| 450 Active Crystal | $19.99 | one-time |
| 1200 Active Crystal | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Innovative gameplay
- 🎨 Impressive visuals and art style
- 🎵 High-quality music and soundtracks
- 💰 Generous free-to-play model
- 🎢 Compelling story and characters

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔑 Difficulty unlocking content
- 🤖 Challenging charts and high skill ceiling
- 🌐 Connectivity issues for some users
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Rewards button causing performance issues
- Inconsistent save data syncing
- Difficulty unlocking purchased content

**Requested features**

- Offline mode
- More difficulty options
- Improved new player onboarding
- Expanded song library
- Smoother account management


### BanG Dream! Our Notes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bang-dream-our-notes/id6757695187)

**Currently charting:** #9 Top Grossing · Music, #86 Top Free · Music (US App Store)

Experience a new rhythm game with unique "GEKISO LIVE" sections and cooperative multiplayer. Explore rich stories from five bands, enjoy a vast song library, and utilize an "Assist Mode" for a tailored experience.

**Highlights:** GEKISO LIVE rhythm gameplay, Up to five-player multiplayer, Assist Mode for accessibility, Original and cover songs, Cinematic Story System, Animated sequences and visual effects

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Chat Bubble & Frame Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Event Premium Mission Pass | $2.49 | one-time |
| Concert Mission Pass | $5.99 | one-time |
| 6-Stamp Set | $6.99 | one-time |
| Star Gacha Ticket×10 | $12.99 | one-time |
| SSR Guaranteed Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Our Notes Pass ~Premium~ | $19.99 | one-time |
| 8450 Stars (+8000 First-Time) | $59.99 | one-time |
| Limited-Time-SSR Pack | $59.99 | one-time |
| Starx8450 | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Paradigm free?

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

### Is BanG Dream! Our Notes free?

BanG Dream! Our Notes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Paradigm or BanG Dream! Our Notes?

Paradigm is rated higher. Paradigm averages 4.7 out of 5 from 269 ratings, while BanG Dream! Our Notes averages 4.7 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do Paradigm or BanG Dream! Our Notes have ads?

Neither Paradigm nor BanG Dream! Our Notes shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Paradigm or BanG Dream! Our Notes?

Paradigm ships an update every 3 weeks, and BanG Dream! Our Notes every 9 days. Most recently, Paradigm was updated on November 3, 2026 and BanG Dream! Our Notes on November 5, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Paradigm or BanG Dream! Our Notes?

Paradigm currently peaks at #171 in the App Store charts, and BanG Dream! Our Notes at #9. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*