# Cicada Games vs PlayNook Interactive Audiobook

The clearest difference is rating: PlayNook Interactive Audiobook at 4.6 against Cicada Games's 1.0. PlayNook Interactive Audiobook also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (8 vs 1). Cicada Games's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (12.1 vs 15.1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PlayNook Interactive Audiobook sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Cicada Games asks for nothing beyond the download.

PlayNook Interactive Audiobook holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PlayNook Interactive Audiobook has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Cicada Games ships an update every 2 months, PlayNook Interactive Audiobook every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cicada Games | PlayNook Interactive Audiobook |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cicada-games/id1567824284/reviews) | **[4.6 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playnook-interactive-audiobook/id6446488013/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **8** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 251 MB | 165 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.1** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Claire Tolan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1567824286) | [PlayNook srl](https://appshunter.io/developer/1678068295) |

## What reviewers say

### Cicada Games

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cicada-games/id1567824284)

Experience an augmented ASMR audio play that uses the sounds of cicadas to draw you into a contemplative experience. Explore themes of nature, human connection, and alternative realities. This app aims to relax listeners and promote environmental awareness.

**Highlights:** Augmented ASMR audio experience, Nature-inspired soundscapes, Promotes environmental awareness, Relaxing and contemplative, Explores non-human realities

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### PlayNook Interactive Audiobook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playnook-interactive-audiobook/id6446488013)

Engage in immersive audio adventures where your voice guides the narrative. Explore a vast library of interactive stories, make choices that shape your journey, and experience RPG elements in this unique storytelling app.

**Highlights:** Voice-activated gameplay, Expansive library of interactive stories, RPG mechanics and inventory management, Dynamic sound design, Choose your own adventure narratives, Playable on the go

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Marco Polo \| Chapter 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Marco Polo \| Chapter 3 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Marco Polo \| Chapter 4 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Marco Polo \| Chapter 6 | $0.99 | one-time |
| The Christmas Raccoons \| Bert | $1.99 | one-time |
| The Christmas Raccoons \| Schaeffer | $1.99 | one-time |
| Mary Read | $1.99 | one-time |
| My Bonny My Lassie \| Season | $2.99 | one-time |
| Cthulu \| Lovecraft Country 1922 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Fairytale Guardian \| S1 | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cicada Games free?

Cicada Games is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is PlayNook Interactive Audiobook free?

PlayNook Interactive Audiobook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Cicada Games or PlayNook Interactive Audiobook?

PlayNook Interactive Audiobook is rated higher. Cicada Games averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while PlayNook Interactive Audiobook averages 4.6 from 8 ratings.

### Do Cicada Games or PlayNook Interactive Audiobook have ads?

Neither Cicada Games nor PlayNook Interactive Audiobook shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Cicada Games or PlayNook Interactive Audiobook?

Cicada Games ships an update every 2 months, and PlayNook Interactive Audiobook every 2 weeks. Most recently, Cicada Games was updated on November 3, 2026 and PlayNook Interactive Audiobook 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.*