# Endling vs Subnautica

The clearest difference is update cadence: Endling at weekly against Subnautica's fortnightly. Endling also leads on ratings volume (382 vs 107). Subnautica's advantage is price ($9.99 vs $10.99). On rating, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Endling costs $10.99 and Subnautica $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Endling against 4.6 for Subnautica. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 382 and 107 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 85% of Endling's written reviews are positive against 86% of Subnautica's.

Endling ships an update weekly, Subnautica fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Endling | Subnautica |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $10.99 | **$9.99** |
| Rating | [4.5 (382 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/endling/id1625083646/reviews) | **[4.6 (107 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/subnautica-below-zero/id6749406060/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **382** | 107 |
| Positive reviews | 84.5% of reviews | **86.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #192 | **#91** |
| Size | 1.3 GB | 2.2 GB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [THQ Nordic Mobile GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/316574911) | [Unknown Worlds](https://appshunter.io/developer/1733568374) |

## What reviewers say

### Endling

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/endling/id1625083646)

**Currently charting:** #192 Top Paid · Simulation, #196 Top Paid · Adventure (US App Store)

Guide the last fox on Earth to protect its cubs from a devastated world. Explore dangerous environments, hunt for food, and make critical survival decisions. Teach your cubs skills and find safe havens to ensure their future.

**Highlights:** Explore devastated environments, Hunt to feed cubs, Make emotionally taxing decisions, Find new lairs, Care for and teach cubs skills, Survive against threats

**Features:** Game Controller support, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💎 Stunning graphics and art style
- 🎮 Engaging and immersive gameplay
- 🦊 Emotional connection to the fox family
- 🌍 Meaningful environmental message

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😢 Sad and heartbreaking ending
- 🍔 Difficulty maintaining food supply for cubs
- 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs
- 🕹️ Controls can be challenging on mobile

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes on launch for some users
- Freezing and control issues when interacting with objects
- Disappearing/glitched cub behavior

**Requested features**

- Alternate/happier ending options
- Ability to play as one of the cubs after the main story
- Expanded map and gameplay content
- More customization options for the fox family


### Subnautica

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/subnautica-below-zero/id6749406060)

**Currently charting:** #91 Top Paid · Adventure, #102 Top Paid · Action (US App Store)

Embark on an underwater survival adventure in an arctic alien ocean. Investigate mysteries, craft equipment, and explore new biomes and creatures. Survive the cold and uncover the truth behind an ancient alien civilization.

**Highlights:** Explore alien ocean biomes, Craft habitats and equipment, Survive freezing temperatures, Investigate alien mysteries, Discover new creatures, Pilot vehicles like Seatruck and Snowfox

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Endling free?

Endling costs $10.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Subnautica free?

Subnautica costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Endling or Subnautica?

Subnautica is rated higher. Endling averages 4.5 out of 5 from 382 ratings, while Subnautica averages 4.6 from 107 ratings.

### Do Endling or Subnautica have ads?

Neither Endling nor Subnautica shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Endling or Subnautica?

Endling ships an update weekly, and Subnautica fortnightly. Most recently, Endling was updated on October 19, 2026 and Subnautica on October 18, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Endling or Subnautica?

Endling currently peaks at #192 in the App Store charts, and Subnautica at #91. 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.*