# Unicorn Catch vs Pixicade Pets

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Unicorn Catch at none against Pixicade Pets's 5. Unicorn Catch also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.3K vs 282). Pixicade Pets's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pixicade Pets sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Unicorn Catch asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Unicorn Catch against 4.6 for Pixicade Pets. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.3K and 282 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 88% and 88% positive.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Unicorn Catch | Pixicade Pets |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unicorn-catch/id1507652823/reviews)** | [4.6 (282 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixicade-pets/id1634714373/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | 282 |
| Positive reviews | 87.5% of reviews | 87.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 493 MB | 222 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shonduras Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1505926813) | [BitOGenius Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1532289519) |

## What reviewers say

### Unicorn Catch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unicorn-catch/id1507652823)

This game lets you catch unicorns with various characters and game modes. It also includes a coloring book and a link to a YouTube channel. It's designed to be fun and free for fans of a popular YouTube personality.

**Highlights:** Catch unicorns, Playable characters, Multiple game modes, Coloring book with save feature, High score tracker, Link to YouTube channel

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🦄 Cute and fun game
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💰 Completely free with no ads or in-app purchases
- 🎨 Enjoyable coloring pages
- 🎉 Great for Adley fans

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes or freezing issues
- 🔍 Limited character selection
- 🤖 Glitches with certain gameplay modes

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes when selecting certain characters
- Coloring pages sometimes turn black
- Second level in play mode not working

**Requested features**

- Ability to play as other McBride family members
- More levels and gameplay modes
- Syncing progress across devices


### Pixicade Pets

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixicade-pets/id1634714373)

Design and draw your own unique virtual pets, then bring them to life on your device. Create custom eggs, treats, and toys, and customize their personalities and worlds. Care for them by feeding, bathing, and playing mini-games, and explore themed worlds you build.

**Highlights:** Draw custom pets and accessories, Design unique eggs, treats, and toys, Customize pet personalities and worlds, Care for pets (feed, bathe, dress up), Play mini-games with pets, Explore and build themed worlds, Earn coins to expand universe

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| + 5,000 coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| + 30,000 coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Amusement Park World | $4.99 | one-time |
| + 70,000 coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ticket Pack | $25.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and creative game
- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 👍 Brings drawings to life
- 👍 Great for kids and families
- 👍 Promotes imagination and creativity

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and glitches
- 🔒 Limited free content, requires purchases
- 🐛 Difficulty uploading/scanning images

**Reported bugs**

- Crashing issues
- Trouble confirming email
- Inability to upload/scan images

**Requested features**

- More worlds and mini-games
- Ability to interact with friends' pets
- More customization options
- Ability to edit pets and other items
- Implement pet care features (feeding, sleeping, etc.)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Unicorn Catch free?

Unicorn Catch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Pixicade Pets free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Unicorn Catch or Pixicade Pets?

Unicorn Catch is rated higher. Unicorn Catch averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while Pixicade Pets averages 4.6 from 282 ratings.

### Do Unicorn Catch or Pixicade Pets have ads?

Pixicade Pets shows ads; Unicorn Catch does not.

### Which is updated more often, Unicorn Catch or Pixicade Pets?

Unicorn Catch ships an update monthly, and Pixicade Pets monthly. Most recently, Unicorn Catch was updated on November 8, 2026 and Pixicade Pets on November 3, 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.*