# Crypto Empire vs Captains Idle

The clearest difference is rating: Captains Idle at 3.6 against Crypto Empire's 2.0. Captains Idle also leads on ratings volume (30 vs 1). Crypto Empire's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 12.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Captains Idle sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Crypto Empire asks for nothing beyond the download.

Captains Idle holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Captains Idle has 30 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Crypto Empire ships an update weekly, Captains Idle every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Crypto Empire | Captains Idle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crypto-empire/id1626942009/reviews) | **[3.6 (30 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/captains-idle/id1632645600/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **30** |
| Positive reviews | — | 30.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 152 MB | 197 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [国新 夏](https://appshunter.io/developer/1538418070) | [WORLDNMORE TEKNOLOJI ANONIM SIRKETI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1703929690) |

## What reviewers say

### Crypto Empire

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crypto-empire/id1626942009)

Build a virtual empire by powering machines that generate income. Collect batteries to keep your operations running and expand your wealth. This idle simulation game lets you manage resources to maximize profits.

**Highlights:** Power machines with batteries, Generate passive income, Resource management, Empire building simulation, Idle gameplay

**In-app purchases:** none


### Captains Idle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/captains-idle/id1632645600)

Become the deadliest pirate by gathering your crew, upgrading your ship, and setting sail. Explore islands, battle enemy ships, and find lost treasures. This idle game lets you unlock ship upgrades and new cannons.

**Highlights:** Gather and manage your pirate crew, Upgrade your ship and cannons, Battle enemy pirate ships, Explore islands and find treasure, Idle progression mechanics

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Permanent No Ads | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Crypto Empire free?

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

### Is Captains Idle free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Crypto Empire or Captains Idle?

Captains Idle is rated higher. Crypto Empire averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Captains Idle averages 3.6 from 30 ratings.

### Do Crypto Empire or Captains Idle have ads?

Both Crypto Empire and Captains Idle show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Crypto Empire or Captains Idle?

Crypto Empire ships an update weekly, and Captains Idle every 2 weeks. Most recently, Crypto Empire was updated on October 27, 2026 and Captains Idle on October 24, 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.*