# StoryPop vs InstaBuzz

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: InstaBuzz at none against StoryPop's 15. InstaBuzz also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.0). StoryPop's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StoryPop sells 15 one-off in-app purchases. InstaBuzz asks for nothing beyond the download.

StoryPop ships an update every 2 months, InstaBuzz every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | StoryPop | InstaBuzz |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (39 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storypop/id1623617837/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **39** | — |
| Positive reviews | 91.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 44 MB | 20 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [StoryPop Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1623617839) | [Philipp Hoch](https://appshunter.io/developer/1691516420) |

## What reviewers say

### StoryPop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storypop/id1623617837)

This app guides users through immersive, app-assisted game nights and theme parties. It simplifies planning, guest invitations, and gameplay with features like character assignments, costume ideas, and integrated smart home effects. Enjoy unique role-playing and mystery games with friends and family.

**Highlights:** App-guided game nights, Theme party planning, Digital game integration, Character assignments, Costume and recipe ideas, Smart home accessory integration

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 StoryCoins | $11.99 | one-time |
| 5 StoryCoins | $17.99 | one-time |
| Standard StoryPop Game (30% off) | $24.99 | one-time |
| 7 StoryCoins | $24.99 | one-time |
| Standard StoryPop Game | $34.99 | one-time |
| Premium StoryPop Game (30% off) | $34.99 | one-time |
| 10 StoryCoins | $34.99 | one-time |
| 14 StoryCoins | $46.99 | one-time |
| Premium+ StoryPop Game (30% off) | $46.99 | one-time |
| Premium StoryPop Game | $49.99 | one-time |
| 15 StoryCoins | $49.99 | one-time |
| Premium+ StoryPop Game | $64.99 | one-time |
| 20 StoryCoins | $64.99 | one-time |
| 30 StoryCoins | $89.99 | one-time |
| 50 StoryCoins | $139.99 | one-time |


### InstaBuzz

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instabuzz/id6470183746)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StoryPop free?

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

### Is InstaBuzz free?

InstaBuzz is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do StoryPop or InstaBuzz have ads?

Neither StoryPop nor InstaBuzz shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, StoryPop or InstaBuzz?

StoryPop ships an update every 2 months, and InstaBuzz every 4 months. Most recently, StoryPop was updated on October 25, 2026 and InstaBuzz on October 25, 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.*