# Galaxy Genome vs Upload Simulator 2

The clearest difference is monetization model: Galaxy Genome at free against Upload Simulator 2's paid. Galaxy Genome also leads on ratings volume (116 vs 18). Upload Simulator 2's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Galaxy Genome costs $3.99 and Upload Simulator 2 $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Galaxy Genome against 4.4 for Upload Simulator 2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Galaxy Genome has 116 ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of Galaxy Genome's written reviews are positive against 80% of Upload Simulator 2's.

Galaxy Genome ships an update every 5 weeks, Upload Simulator 2 every 2 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Galaxy Genome | Upload Simulator 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | $3.99 |
| Rating | [4.3 (116 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/galaxy-genome/id1566857517/reviews) | **[4.4 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/upload-simulator-2/id6474804328/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **116** | 18 |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | **80.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#198** | #199 |
| Size | 100 MB | 125 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.4 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Anton Skvortsov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1193056628) | [EnigmaDev Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/1722551461) |

## What reviewers say

### Galaxy Genome

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/galaxy-genome/id1566857517)

**Currently charting:** #198 Top Paid · Simulation (US App Store)

Embark on an open-world sci-fi adventure as a space pilot. Explore a vast, scientifically accurate Milky Way, customize your ship, and choose your path as a trader, pirate, or explorer. Engage in combat, smuggling, and mining while following a compelling story or undertaking side missions.

**Highlights:** Open-world sci-fi space simulator, Ship customization and upgrades, Explore a 1:1 scale Milky Way galaxy, Free-form play with multiple roles, Vibrant story and side quests, Surface vehicles for planet exploration

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Massive explorable galaxy with procedurally generated systems
- 💎 No pay-to-play mechanics or paywalls
- 🎮 Deep gameplay with trading, combat, mining, and exploration
- 📱 Excellent value for mobile space sim
- 🎯 Active developer with regular updates and community engagement

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes, especially when accessing mission menu
- 📚 Steep learning curve with minimal tutorial guidance
- 🐢 Tedious travel time through large spaces
- 🎮 Unintuitive flight controls and ship deceleration
- 🗺️ Confusing route mapping and pathfinding issues

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes when accessing mission menu
- Game crashes when attempting warp jump with space station
- Chinese characters display as blocks
- Autopilot overshoots destinations
- Module list cannot be scrolled when modules are disabled

**Requested features**

- Controller support (Xbox, Backbone)
- Multiplayer or co-op gameplay
- Ability to build and control space stations
- Fleet management improvements
- Save editing or money cheats for progression


### Upload Simulator 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/upload-simulator-2/id6474804328)

**Currently charting:** #199 Top Paid · Simulation (US App Store)

Simulate the process of uploading data to earn credits, upgrade your hardware, and research new technologies. Discover unique artifacts, craft modules, and customize your operating system with themes and wallpapers.

**Highlights:** GPU mining for credits, Upgrade hardware setup, Research new technologies, Craft modules, Customize OS with themes, Discover unique artifacts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Galaxy Genome free?

Galaxy Genome costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Upload Simulator 2 free?

Upload Simulator 2 costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Galaxy Genome or Upload Simulator 2?

Upload Simulator 2 is rated higher. Galaxy Genome averages 4.3 out of 5 from 116 ratings, while Upload Simulator 2 averages 4.4 from 18 ratings.

### Do Galaxy Genome or Upload Simulator 2 have ads?

Neither Galaxy Genome nor Upload Simulator 2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Galaxy Genome or Upload Simulator 2?

Galaxy Genome ships an update every 5 weeks, and Upload Simulator 2 every 2 days. Most recently, Galaxy Genome was updated on October 25, 2026 and Upload Simulator 2 on October 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Galaxy Genome or Upload Simulator 2?

Galaxy Genome currently peaks at #198 in the App Store charts, and Upload Simulator 2 at #199. 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.*