Kakapo vs Dronie Dash
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Kakapo
Interact with a charming AI parrot that learns your words and responds in its own unique voice. Feed your bird, customize its appearance, and visit other players' worlds to see their unique companions. Enjoy a fun and engaging experience with this free-to-play virtual pet.
- AI bird that talks back
- Learns and expands vocabulary
- Voice transformation
- Feed and care for your bird
- Customize appearance
- Visit other players' planets
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What is Kakapo? A cute, slightly goofy AI bird that talks back to you. Speak to your Kakapo and it replies in its own adorable voice. Don't expect perfect answers, though -- its charmingly off-beat responses are what make every conversation surprising and fun. [Talk and Watch It Learn] Kakapo picks up your words over time. The more you talk, the bigger its vocabulary grows. Sometimes it says something unexpectedly clever -- or hilariously random. Its voice is transformed from yours, so your Kakapo sounds like no one else's. It's truly your own bird. [Feed and Care for Your Bird] Earn fruit by talking, then toss it to your Kakapo to eat. Feeding earns points that let you decorate its space and customize its colors. Make it look just the way you want. [Visit Other Players' Planets] Explore other users' planets and meet their Kakapos -- each one has learned different words and has its own personality. [Perfect For...] - Anyone who wants a laid-back AI companion, not a chatbot - Kids and families looking for screen time that's actually fun - Quick moments when you just need a smile - Bird lovers and Kakapo fans! [Completely Free to Play] All features are available at no cost. No paywalls, no catches. Your Kakapo is waiting. Say something.
Dronie Dash
A fast-paced game where players collect intel coins while navigating obstacles. Test your speed and skill to climb the leaderboard and outrun the Echelon.
- Coin collection gameplay
- Increasing speed challenge
- Obstacle avoidance
- Endless level
- Leaderboard competition
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Dronie Dash is a fun quick game for all ages to test your skill and speed and collect as many intel coins as possible. As you progress the Dronie speeds up and it becomes more challenging to escape from the Echelon! Current v1 features include: • One endless level with various obstacles • Leaderboard to compete with your friends
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Dronie Dash at none against Kakapo's 3. Dronie Dash also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). Kakapo's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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
Both are free to download. Kakapo sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Dronie Dash asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for Kakapo against 4.0 for Dronie Dash. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 4 respectively.
Kakapo ships an update weekly, Dronie Dash every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Kakapo | Dronie Dash |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (8 ratings) | 4.0 (4 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 78.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 8 — better | 4 |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 164 MB | 224 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | pyull, inc. | Unfold, LLC |
Customer experience
Kakapo
Dronie Dash
Bugs and requests
Kakapo
Reported bugs
10 issues- App crashes frequently, especially when eating
- App crashes upon opening
- Kakapo stops moving or responding
- Conversation stops or freezes
- Food gets stuck or lost
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- Kakapo disappears from screen
- Cannot find Kakapo on a green screen
- Voice data not saved after closing app
- Cannot talk to the Kakapo (bug)
- Kakapo freezes after picking up food
Requested features
10 requests- Allow keeping more than one Kakapo
- Reset conversation data password
- More different kinds of fruit
- Lower point requirement for customization
- Add a button for direct conversation
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- More decoration options (flowers, water, food bowls)
- Desktop mode for a more realistic pet experience
- Ability to change camera perspective freely
- Add more items to feed
- Add friends for the Kakapo
Dronie Dash
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Kakapo
- 100 points$0.99
- 500 points$3.99
- 1000 points$6.99
Dronie Dash
No in-app purchases
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