# Once Human vs DREDGE

The clearest difference is rating: Once Human at 4.6 against DREDGE's 4.3. Once Human also leads on ratings volume (17K vs 1.1K) and chart position (#46 vs unranked). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Once Human sells 16 one-off in-app purchases and DREDGE sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Once Human holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Once Human has 17K ratings behind it against 1.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 57% of Once Human's written reviews are positive against 60% of DREDGE's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Once Human ships an update monthly, DREDGE every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Once Human | DREDGE |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (17K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/once-human/id1573906210/reviews)** | [4.3 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dredge/id6526463862/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **17K** | 1.1K |
| Positive reviews | 57.2% of reviews | **60.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#46** | — |
| Size | 3.7 GB | 785 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [NETEASE INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT PTE. LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1485225410) | [Black Salt Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1756207154) |

## What reviewers say

### Once Human

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/once-human/id1573906210)

**Currently charting:** #46 Top Free · Adventure, #52 Top Grossing · Adventure, #55 Top Free · Role Playing, #117 Top Grossing · Role Playing (US App Store)

Embark on a multiplayer survival adventure in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by an alien substance. Team up with friends to battle monstrous creatures, build a sanctuary, and uncover the truth behind the world's collapse. Harness supernatural powers to fight, rebuild, or dominate.

**Highlights:** Multiplayer open-world survival, Post-apocalyptic setting, Base building and customization, Battle monstrous aberrations, Harness supernatural powers, Team up with friends, Collect and train Deviation Pals

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Shining New Star Selection Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Abyssal Whale Dream Gift Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 60 Crystgin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Shining Newbie Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 330 Crystgin | $4.99 | one-time |
| Meta Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| Battle Pass (Advanced) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Battle Pass (Upgrade) | $13.99 | one-time |
| 1090 Crystgin | $14.99 | one-time |
| Golden Accord: Astral Ride | $14.99 | one-time |
| Reward Covenant | $19.99 | one-time |
| Battle Pass (Deluxe) | $21.49 | one-time |
| Battle Pass  (Deluxe) | $23.99 | one-time |
| 2280 Crystgin | $29.99 | one-time |
| 3880 Crystgin | $49.99 | one-time |
| 7880 Crystgin | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great game with immersive graphics
- 👍 Solid gameplay mechanics
- 💡 Unique and challenging features
- 🎮 Enjoyable on both PC and mobile

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional performance and graphics issues
- 🔋 High storage requirements on mobile
- 🕹️ Lack of controller support on mobile

**Reported bugs**

- Network errors preventing login
- Stuck on character creation screen
- Persistent bugs with garage and storage

**Requested features**

- Improved mobile controls and responsiveness
- More customization options for character and base
- Seamless cross-platform progression


### DREDGE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dredge/id6526463862)

Explore remote islands and their depths as a fishing trawler captain. Sell your catch, complete quests to uncover local secrets, and upgrade your boat. Beware of the dangers lurking in the dark.

**Highlights:** Explore remote islands and depths, Catch and sell diverse sea life, Complete quests to uncover secrets, Upgrade fishing boat and equipment, Survive nighttime dangers, Unravel a dark mystery

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Blackstone Key | $0.99 | one-time |
| The Pale Reach | $5.99 | one-time |
| The Iron Rig | $11.99 | one-time |
| Base Game Unlock | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great game
- 🚀 Excellent port to mobile
- 🎮 Supports controllers
- 🎨 Stunning graphics
- 🕹️ Intuitive controls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive for a mobile game
- 🔍 Misleading 'free' description
- 📱 Text/UI too small on phones
- 🐛 Crashes and performance issues
- 🎮 Controller support needs improvement

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on startup
- Controller issues
- Inventory/menu navigation problems

**Requested features**

- Larger text and UI options
- Cross-save between devices
- More content and DLC
- Minimap or navigation aids
- Ability to walk around boat/town


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Once Human free?

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

### Is DREDGE free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Once Human or DREDGE?

Once Human is rated higher. Once Human averages 4.6 out of 5 from 17K ratings, while DREDGE averages 4.3 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do Once Human or DREDGE have ads?

Neither Once Human nor DREDGE shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Once Human or DREDGE?

Once Human ships an update monthly, and DREDGE every 3 weeks. Most recently, Once Human was updated on September 24, 2026 and DREDGE on September 23, 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.*