Spells8 vs Whimsy Orb
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Spells8
This app provides a dedicated space for solitary witches, offering a curated collection of spells, recipes, and educational content. Users can engage with daily devotionals, lunar spell generators, and connect with a global community of like-minded individuals.
- Curated spells and recipes
- Printable grimoire pages
- Video tutorials and guided meditations
- Daily Wiccan Devotional
- Lunar Spell Generator
- Wheel of the Year calendar
- Community forum for Neopagans
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Spells8 is a space for Solitary Witches! The Spells8 app will give you access to a curated collection of spells, recipes, printable grimoire pages, video tutorials, guided meditations and online courses. Follow the Daily Wiccan Devotional or the Lunar Spell Generator. Never miss a sabbat! Celebrate the Wheel of the Year with us and meet friendly Witches around the world! Organize your Craft with step-by-step guides and spells for every occasion. Ask questions and share your wisdom with other Neopagans.
Whimsy Orb
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Whimsy Orb is an interactive experience of motion, light, and imagination. When you touch the orb, it responds with unique visual and sound effects — creating whimsical messages that appear like spontaneous thoughts or dreams. There are no predictions, no astrology, and no fortune telling. Whimsy Orb is about playful inspiration and random poetic moments designed to make you pause, smile, or reflect. Each interaction is different. You might see colors ripple, hear a soft tone, or watch a new message emerge — a small reminder that wonder can come from the simplest touch. Features: Dynamic light and motion reactions Whimsical, poetic messages Relaxing sounds and animations Simple, meditative design Works entirely offline Whimsy Orb turns a moment of curiosity into a tiny piece of digital art.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Spells8 at none against Whimsy Orb's shown. Spells8 also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). Whimsy Orb's advantage is update cadence (every 5 months vs every 47 months). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Spells8 ships an update every 47 months, Whimsy Orb every 5 months. Both last shipped on October 7, 2026.
| Parameter | Spells8 | Whimsy Orb |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (972 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 65.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 972 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 47 months | Every 5 months — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Francisco Salvetti | VOLKAN TEZKAN |
Bugs and requests
Spells8
Reported bugs
2 issues- Inability to exit altar screen without uninstalling
- Difficulty accessing previously viewed content
Requested features
4 requests- Customizable virtual altar
- Notification options for forum updates
- Discounted subscription for low-income users
- More free content and one-time purchase option
Whimsy Orb
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Spells8
No in-app purchases
Whimsy Orb
No in-app purchases
