# Idle Zookeeper vs Cat Simulator

The clearest difference is rating: Cat Simulator at 4.9 against Idle Zookeeper's 3.7. Cat Simulator also leads on ratings volume (12 vs 3). Idle Zookeeper's advantage is update cadence (every 11 days vs every 5 months) and monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Cat Simulator holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 12 respectively.

Idle Zookeeper ships an update every 11 days, Cat Simulator every 5 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Idle Zookeeper | Cat Simulator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-zookeeper/id1632244415/reviews) | **[4.9 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cat-simulator-mayhem/id6760468363/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **12** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 174 MB | 131 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.1** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Krushna Sanghani](https://appshunter.io/developer/1648455169) | [Critters Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1843400885) |

## What reviewers say

### Idle Zookeeper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-zookeeper/id1632244415)

Manage and upgrade a zoological garden by maintaining cleanliness and animal happiness. Earn money from visitors to expand your zoo and hire helpers. Keep everyone happy to grow your animal tycoon business.

**Highlights:** Manage zoological garden, Maintain and upgrade zoo areas, Earn money from visitors, Clean animal enclosures, Hire helpers, Add new animals

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Cat Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cat-simulator-mayhem/id6760468363)

Play as a mischievous cat exploring rooms, interacting with objects, and causing playful chaos. Jump, collect stars, and unlock new areas in this adorable adventure game.

**Highlights:** Play as a mischievous cat, Explore cozy rooms, Interact with objects, Cause playful pranks, Collect stars, Unlock new rooms

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Idle Zookeeper free?

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

### Is Cat Simulator free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Idle Zookeeper or Cat Simulator?

Cat Simulator is rated higher. Idle Zookeeper averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Cat Simulator averages 4.9 from 12 ratings.

### Do Idle Zookeeper or Cat Simulator have ads?

Both Idle Zookeeper and Cat Simulator show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Idle Zookeeper or Cat Simulator?

Idle Zookeeper ships an update every 11 days, and Cat Simulator every 5 months. Most recently, Idle Zookeeper was updated on October 24, 2026 and Cat Simulator 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.*