# Honkai vs Infinity Nikki

The clearest difference is rating: Honkai at 4.4 against Infinity Nikki's 3.9. Honkai also leads on review sentiment (62% vs 50%) and ratings volume (53K vs 13K). Infinity Nikki's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Honkai sells 13 one-off in-app purchases and Infinity Nikki sells 39 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Honkai holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 53K and 13K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of Honkai's written reviews are positive against 50% of Infinity Nikki's.

Honkai ships an update every 6 weeks, Infinity Nikki every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Honkai | Infinity Nikki |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (53K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/honkai-star-rail/id1599719154/reviews)** | [3.9 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/infinity-nikki/id6502622570/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **53K** | 13K |
| Positive reviews | **62.0% of reviews** | 50.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#19** | #82 |
| Size | 3.5 GB | 2.4 GB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [COGNOSPHERE PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1599719156) | [INFOLD PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1646211490) |

## What reviewers say

### Honkai

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/honkai-star-rail/id1599719154)

**Currently charting:** #19 Top Grossing · Adventure, #40 Top Grossing · Role Playing, #158 Top Free · Adventure, #168 Top Free · Role Playing (US App Store)

Embark on a space fantasy adventure across the galaxy. Explore diverse worlds, encounter unique characters, and engage in strategic turn-based combat. Unravel mysteries and forge your own destiny in this immersive RPG experience.

**Highlights:** Explore distinct worlds, Riveting RPG experience, Fateful character encounters, Turn-based combat, Simulation management modes, Puzzle exploration

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Oneiric Shard ×60 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Special Ticket Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Express Supply Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| Oneiric Shard ×300 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Trailblaze Assistance Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| The Nameless Glory | $9.99 | one-time |
| Honor Badge | $11.99 | one-time |
| Oneiric Shard ×980 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Special Pass Exclusive Giftbox | $14.99 | one-time |
| The Nameless Medal | $19.99 | one-time |
| Oneiric Shard ×1980 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Oneiric Shard ×3280 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Oneiric Shard ×6480 | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 🎨 Gorgeous graphics and animations
- 🎁 Generous rewards and free pulls
- 🤖 Engaging sci-fi story and characters
- ⏱️ Relaxing turn-based combat

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Lack of exploration and open-world
- 🧭 Confusing progression and gating
- 🎮 Suboptimal auto-battle functionality
- 💰 Gacha system with low rates
- 🧠 Steep learning curve for new players

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes on some devices
- Glitches with certain quest progression
- Inconsistent voice-over and text synchronization

**Requested features**

- Co-op multiplayer mode
- More character customization options
- Ability to skip cutscenes
- Improved relic/artifact farming system
- Increased storage optimization


### Infinity Nikki

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/infinity-nikki/id6502622570)

**Currently charting:** #82 Top Grossing · Adventure, #203 Top Free · Adventure (US App Store)

Embark on an open-world adventure in a mysterious region, utilizing magical outfits and archery skills. Explore vast landscapes, engage in combat, build your dream home, and capture beautiful moments through fashion photography. Connect with friends in online co-op for a shared journey.

**Highlights:** Open-world exploration, Magical ability outfits, Archery combat, Online co-op multiplayer, Home building and customization, Fashion photography

**In-app purchases (39)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pack Purchase | $0.29 | one-time |
| Sheer Bubble Pack I | $0.49 | one-time |
| Pack 1 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Weekly Gains | $0.99 | one-time |
| Stellarite*60 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pack Purchase | $0.99 | one-time |
| Sheer Bubble Pack II | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pack 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cloudborne Dreams | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tidal Resonance Pack I | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pack Purchase | $1.49 | one-time |
| Multi-Pack I | $1.49 | one-time |
| Multi-Pack II | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pack 3 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Celebration Resonance III | $1.99 | one-time |
| Tidal Resonance Pack II | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pack Purchase | $2.49 | one-time |
| Pack Purchase | $2.99 | one-time |
| Multi-Pack III | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pack Purchase | $4.99 | one-time |
| Stellarite*300 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Monthly Gifts | $4.99 | one-time |
| Sheer Bubble Pack III | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pack 4 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Tidal Resonance Pack III | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pack 5 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Distant Anthem | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pack Purchase | $9.99 | one-time |
| Whispered Resonance Pack VI | $9.99 | one-time |
| Luminous Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Tidal Resonance Pack IV | $9.99 | one-time |
| Miracle Anthem | $10.99 | one-time |
| Stellarite*980 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Tidal Resonance Pack V | $14.99 | one-time |
| Miracle Epic | $19.49 | one-time |
| Stellarite*3840 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Stellarite*1980 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Stellarite*3280 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Stellarite*6480 | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌸 Beautiful graphics and visuals
- 🎨 Stunning outfit designs and customization
- 🐱 Cute companion character (Momo)
- 🌍 Immersive open-world exploration
- 🕹️ Relaxing and cozy gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and performance issues
- 🔍 Difficult navigation and controls
- 🔋 Battery drain and overheating on mobile
- 🕰️ Slow loading times and updates

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to progress past certain cutscenes
- Frozen screens and unresponsive UI
- Compatibility issues on older devices
- Inconsistent audio/sound bugs

**Requested features**

- Improved camera controls
- Ability to play as male character
- Multiplayer co-op mode
- More detailed tutorials and guidance


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Honkai free?

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

### Is Infinity Nikki free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Honkai or Infinity Nikki?

Honkai is rated higher. Honkai averages 4.4 out of 5 from 53K ratings, while Infinity Nikki averages 3.9 from 13K ratings.

### Do Honkai or Infinity Nikki have ads?

Honkai shows ads; Infinity Nikki does not.

### Which is updated more often, Honkai or Infinity Nikki?

Honkai ships an update every 6 weeks, and Infinity Nikki every 2 months. Most recently, Honkai was updated on October 28, 2026 and Infinity Nikki on October 28, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Honkai or Infinity Nikki?

Honkai currently peaks at #19 in the App Store charts, and Infinity Nikki at #82. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*