Comparison

Mars Colonizer vs The Sun Grove

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

Head to head
About

Mars Colonizer

Features
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Collect seeds, go around the map, and make Mars a habitable planet!

About

The Sun Grove

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Welcome to a world where growth and battle exist in perfect harmony — a place where every tree holds a secret, and every monster is born from nature itself. In this enchanting blend of farming simulation and action adventure, your journey begins with nothing more than a single seed, sunlight, flowing water… and a dream — a dream to bring life and light back to this mysterious land. * Plant. Grow. Evolve. Use the joystick to move freely across vibrant fields, deep forests, and hidden valleys. Each step you take brings you closer to uncovering the heart of this living world. To start, find a soil tile — a small patch of earth waiting for your touch. Select the Seed Tool, plant your first seed, and watch as the soil begins to breathe again. But the journey doesn’t end there. Nature needs care. Take out your Watering Can Tool and gently pour life into your growing tree. The more you nurture it, the faster it grows. If you ever run out of water, don’t worry — the river is your friend. Walk to the riverbank, refill your watering can, and continue tending to your garden of dreams. Each tree you plant isn’t just a tree — it’s a gate between worlds. When it reaches full growth, it awakens something ancient: Monsters born from the forest itself. * Level Up and Reap the Rewards Leveling up isn’t just about strength — it’s about discovery. As you gather souls and gain experience, new surprises await. Every five levels, a mysterious treasure chest will appear somewhere in the land. Find it, open it, and claim your reward — it could be rare materials, powerful upgrades, or something far more mysterious. These rewards are more than simple loot; they are milestones in your journey — reminders of how far you’ve come and how much further you can grow. * Simple Controls, Deep Gameplay Use the joystick to move smoothly through the world. Select a tool from your inventory — seeds, watering can, axe, or weapon. Press the Action button to interact, plant, water, or fight. Stand on a soil tile and plant a seed to begin your forest. Water your trees to help them grow — return to the river anytime to refill. Defeat monsters spawned by grown trees to collect souls. Gather souls to level up, and every 5 levels, claim a treasure chest full of rewards!

Screenshots

Mars Colonizer4 screens
The Sun Grove4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: The Sun Grove at none against Mars Colonizer's shown. Mars Colonizer's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Mars Colonizer versus The Sun Grove: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMars ColonizerThe Sun Grove
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS11.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size109 MB98 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBalzo srlHOANG PHUC VO

In-app purchases

None

Mars Colonizer

No in-app purchases

None

The Sun Grove

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mars Colonizer free?
Mars Colonizer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is The Sun Grove free?
The Sun Grove is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Mars Colonizer or The Sun Grove have ads?
Mars Colonizer shows ads; The Sun Grove does not.

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