CrystalGen vs IBCM Network
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CrystalGen
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Visualize minerals from basic crystallographic information. Symmetry, unit cell dimension, and habit
IBCM Network
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The IBCM Network app will connect users to the various networks and events that connect IBCM members globally. The app hosts resources for evangelism, discipleship and other ministries. It will also allow you to be notified of any upcoming events and prayer and news items. Mobile app version: 6.21.3
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: IBCM Network at Free against CrystalGen's $2.99. IBCM Network also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.2). On update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
IBCM Network is free to download; CrystalGen costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
CrystalGen ships an update every 38 months, IBCM Network every 49 months. The most recent releases landed on November 30, 2025 and September 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CrystalGen | IBCM Network |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Update frequency | Every 38 months — better | Every 49 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.2 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 53 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Steve Kliewer | IBCM Network |
In-app purchases
CrystalGen
No in-app purchases
IBCM Network
No in-app purchases
