# Evolution Planet vs Captain’s Log

The clearest difference is price: Captain’s Log at Free against Evolution Planet's $14.99. Captain’s Log also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Evolution Planet's advantage is ratings volume (77 vs 1). On in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Captain’s Log is free to download; Evolution Planet costs $14.99 up front. Evolution Planet sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Captain’s Log sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Captain’s Log holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Evolution Planet has 77 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Evolution Planet ships an update every 3 months, Captain’s Log monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Evolution Planet | Captain’s Log |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $14.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.6 (77 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/evolution-planet-14-billion/id1581068279/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/captains-log-stardate/id6755225372/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **77** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 60.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 134 MB | 85 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Oscar Tsang](https://appshunter.io/developer/416987065) | [Hakan Cevik](https://appshunter.io/developer/1852694895) |

## What reviewers say

### Evolution Planet

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/evolution-planet-14-billion/id1581068279)

Create and customize your own solar systems with detailed control over planetary orbits, sizes, and rotation. Save up to 100 unique celestial configurations. Explore the vastness of space you design.

**Highlights:** Solar system simulation, Customizable planet orbits, Adjust planet size and rotation, Add rings and satellites, Save up to 100 solar systems

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 5000 Energy | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ad | $2.99 | one-time |
| 30000 Energy | $5.99 | one-time |
| 90000 Energy | $9.99 | one-time |
| 250000 Energy | $19.99 | one-time |
| 500000 Energy | $29.99 | one-time |


### Captain’s Log

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/captains-log-stardate/id6755225372)

This app transforms your device into a futuristic command center for space exploration fans. It offers tools for date conversion, 3D starship viewing, personal logging, and engaging quizzes, all within a sci-fi interface. Enjoy offline access and customization for an immersive experience.

**Highlights:** Stardate Converter with custom epochs, 3D Starship Viewer with AR previews, Captain & Crew Profile creation, Personal Captain's Log with Markdown, Memory Card Simulator challenges, Dynamic Galactic Quiz, Daily Mission Engine for habit tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| 80 Dilithium | $0.99 | one-time |
| 500 Dilithium | $2.99 | one-time |
| 1200 Dilithium | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2500 Dilithium | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Evolution Planet free?

Evolution Planet costs $14.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Captain’s Log free?

Captain’s Log is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Evolution Planet or Captain’s Log?

Captain’s Log is rated higher. Evolution Planet averages 4.6 out of 5 from 77 ratings, while Captain’s Log averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Evolution Planet or Captain’s Log have ads?

Evolution Planet shows ads; Captain’s Log does not.

### Which is updated more often, Evolution Planet or Captain’s Log?

Evolution Planet ships an update every 3 months, and Captain’s Log monthly. Most recently, Evolution Planet was updated on September 26, 2026 and Captain’s Log on September 13, 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.*