Comparison

Boba Tale vs Hamster Inn

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Boba Tale

Own and manage your own bubble tea shop. Serve customers, discover new recipes, and upgrade your business to build a boba empire. This is a relaxing simulation game where you can explore the town and interact with characters.

Highlights
  • Run a bubble tea shop
  • Make and serve drinks
  • Upgrade your shop
  • Discover new recipes
  • Build a boba empire
  • Explore the town
  • Meet characters
Features
Currently charting
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Welcome to Boba Tale! You’re now the proud owner of a bubble tea shop. Make drinks for the folks in town, upgrade your shop, and discover new recipes as you build your boba empire. Don’t know where to start? Just follow your boba pals, and they’ll help you get started on your journey. Boba Tale is a relaxing, non-competitive boba life adventure. The world is yours to explore, with endless upgrade combinations and plenty of characters around town to meet. Can you make millions by selling bubble tea? Let’s see!

About

Hamster Inn

Manage a charming hotel as an adorable hamster innkeeper. Serve unique animal guests, upgrade your rooms, and decorate your inn with stylish items. Witness delightful hamster moments and relax with this cute management simulation game.

Highlights
  • Serve unique animal guests
  • Upgrade and decorate hotel rooms
  • Collect adorable decorations
  • Witness cute hamster moments
  • Employ skilled hamster staff
  • Relaxing idle gameplay
Features
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Hotel management when you're an adorable, tiny hamster is no easy task. But somebody's gotta squeak'n do it! Open the world's very first Hamster Inn and serve all sorts of cute animal guests. Upgrade and decorate your hotel as you provide 5-star service! With each new room, a flurry of whiskered guests eagerly await your service. Ensure their comfort, upgrade your inn, and witness a cascade of delightful moments in this vibrant inn kawaii game & management sim! Welcome Your Furry Guests - Host a variety of guests: From the traveling hamster musician to the business-hamster-on-the-go, each guest is unique and eager for your attentive service. - Keep your guests happy and earn reputation points. The better your service, the more guests will want to check-in! - React quickly to the needs of your tiny patrons to ensure a steady flow of new guests, keeping your inn bustling and lively. Upgrade & Design Your Inn - Begin with a humble inn and expand to a luxurious hamster haven with a variety of rooms and services. - Decorate with style: Choose from countless furniture and decoration items to give your inn a unique touch. - Employ skilled staff from the hamster world, from the meticulous cleaner to the skilled chef, ensuring the utmost comfort for your guests. - As your reputation grows, unlock new rooms and features to enhance your inn's charm. Collect Adorable Decorations & Items - Engage in a delightful hunt to collect unique items that give your inn a personal touch. - From classical paintings to modern décor, make your inn a reflection of your style and flair. - Show off your collection to friends and fellow innkeepers. Let your creativity shine and be the talk of the hamster world! Delight in Hamster Moments - Witness countless adorable moments as hamsters enjoy their stay, from a relaxing nap in a cozy bed to enjoying a gourmet meal. - Capture these moments with your camera and preserve memories of your furry friends. - Engage in delightful interactions with your guests, understanding their unique stories and backgrounds. Idle & Relax - Settle into the rhythm of managing your inn, letting the adorable antics of your guests melt your stress away. - With soothing music and vibrant animations, Hamster Inn is your perfect escape to a world of charm and relaxation. - Perfect for those seeking a calming game with a touch of strategy and a whole lot of cuteness! So, are you ready to dive into the world of whiskers, tiny paws, and cozy inns? Your delightful journey as an innkeeper awaits. Welcome to Hamster Inn, where every day is an adorable adventure!

Screenshots

Boba Tale4 screens
Hamster Inn4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Hamster Inn at 4.8 against Boba Tale's 4.1. Hamster Inn also leads on review sentiment (90% vs 68%) and ratings volume (6.7K vs 1.4K). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Boba Tale sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Hamster Inn sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Hamster Inn holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.4K and 6.7K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Boba Tale's written reviews are positive against 90% of Hamster Inn's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Boba Tale ships an update every 3 weeks, Hamster Inn every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Boba Tale versus Hamster Inn: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBoba TaleHamster Inn
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (1.4K ratings)4.8 (6.7K ratings) — better
Positive reviews68.1% of reviews90.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.4K6.7K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#146 — better#159
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size184 MB315 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDevin LeHyperBeard Inc.

Customer experience

Boba Tale

All ratings1,368 ratings
Positive76.9%
Neutral9.9%
Negative13.2%
Written reviews489 reviews
Positive68.1%
Neutral14.3%
Negative17.6%

Hamster Inn

All ratings6,638 ratings
Positive96.5%
Neutral1.9%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews1,104 reviews
Positive90.2%
Neutral5.3%
Negative4.5%

User reviews

Boba Tale

From 1.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 💕 Cute and aesthetically pleasing
  • 🧋 Fun boba-making gameplay
  • 🎨 Unique and creative character designs
  • 🕰️ Relaxing and chill experience
  • 🧠 Engaging crafting/customization mechanics

Room to improve

  • 🕰️ Short gameplay sessions/timer
  • 💰 Expensive upgrades and items
  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
  • 🔁 Repetitive and lacking progression
  • 🤔 Unclear mechanics and lack of tutorial

Hamster Inn

From 6.7K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🐹 Cute and adorable characters
  • 👍 Relaxing and casual gameplay
  • 🚀 Optional ads for rewards
  • 💎 Decent progression without spending money

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Bugs with staff functionality and progression
  • ⏱️ Slow progression at higher levels
  • 🤑 Expensive in-app purchases for some items
  • 🤖 Repetitive gameplay after a while

Bugs and requests

Boba Tale

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Progress being reset or lost
  • Buttons/interactions not working properly
  • Crashes or freezes when opening the app
  • Ads interfering with gameplay

Requested features

5 requests
  • More boba and tea flavor options
  • Longer gameplay sessions
  • Ability to hire helpers/staff
  • More varied customer interactions
  • Additional gameplay modes or minigames

Hamster Inn

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Food levels resetting on app restart
  • Fishing instructor disappearing
  • Ads not closing properly

Requested features

4 requests
  • More themes and areas to unlock
  • Ability to automate certain tasks
  • Increased gem/currency earn rates
  • More guest/staff variety

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Boba Tale

One-time5
  • Basic Coin Package$1.99
  • Basic Gem Package$1.99
  • Value Coin Pack$3.99
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  • Value Gem Package$4.99
  • VIP Pass (Remove Ads)$6.99
10 purchases

Hamster Inn

One-time10
  • 40k Seeds$0.99
  • 80k Seeds Pack$0.99
  • 20 Gems Pack$1.99
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  • 24 Tickets Pack$1.99
  • Recharger Pack$2.99
  • 150k Seeds$2.99
  • 300k Seeds Pack$2.99
  • Starter Pack$3.99
  • 1.2M Seeds Pack$9.99
  • Sweet Set$9.99

Questions

Is Boba Tale free?
Boba Tale is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hamster Inn free?
Hamster Inn is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Boba Tale or Hamster Inn?
Hamster Inn is rated higher. Boba Tale averages 4.1 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while Hamster Inn averages 4.8 from 6.7K ratings.
Do Boba Tale or Hamster Inn have ads?
Both Boba Tale and Hamster Inn show ads.
Which is updated more often, Boba Tale or Hamster Inn?
Boba Tale ships an update every 3 weeks, and Hamster Inn every 4 weeks. Most recently, Boba Tale was updated on November 3, 2026 and Hamster Inn on November 5, 2026.
Which is more popular, Boba Tale or Hamster Inn?
Boba Tale currently peaks at #146 in the App Store charts, and Hamster Inn at #159. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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