# Hypothetically vs Debatium

The clearest difference is rating: Debatium at 4.6 against Hypothetically's 1.0. Debatium also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks) and ratings volume (230 vs 1). Hypothetically's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hypothetically sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Debatium sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Debatium holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Debatium has 230 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Hypothetically's written reviews are positive against 20% of Debatium's.

Hypothetically ships an update every 2 weeks, Debatium every 2 days. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hypothetically | Debatium |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hypothetically/id1637332569/reviews) | **[4.6 (230 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/debatium-affinity-and-couple/id6444075752/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **230** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **20.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 28 MB | 91 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Ilshat Shakirov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1590902713) | [Rodger Studio (Apps)](https://appshunter.io/developer/1861800626) |

## What reviewers say

### Hypothetically

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hypothetically/id1637332569)

Engage in thought-provoking discussions with friends using this party game. Explore outrageous hypothetical situations and moral dilemmas to spark lively conversations and make tough decisions. Perfect for breaking the ice and avoiding dull moments during group gatherings.

**Highlights:** Hundreds of 'Would You Rather' questions, Question sets for different groups, Real-time answer statistics, Frequent content updates, Available offline

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Top Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock WTF Pack II | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Basic Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Bonus Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock WTF Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Dare Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Packs | $2.99 | one-time |


### Debatium

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/debatium-affinity-and-couple/id6444075752)

This app offers daily questions and shared activities to foster connection and communication between couples. It helps partners learn more about each other through engaging prompts and features designed to strengthen their bond, regardless of distance. The app aims to be a consistent ritual for couples to stay close.

**Highlights:** Daily questions for couples, Shared drawing canvas, Photo sharing, Plan dates and important dates, Distance tracker (approximate), Home screen widgets, Send virtual kisses

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium mode (happy hour) | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Abonnement 1 semaine | $4.49 | per 7 days |
| Abonnement 1 semaine | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly subscription | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly subscription | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly subscription | $12.99 | per 7 days |
| Abonnement 1 an | $19.99 | per year |
| Abonnement 1 an | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Original questions spark conversation
- ❤️ Helps learn about partner
- 💬 Tackles deep topics
- 💖 Perfect for date night
- ✨ Helps couples communicate

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Almost everything is paywalled
- 💰 High subscription cost
-  limited free content
-  🚫 No free options
-  💸 Misleading ads

**Reported bugs**

- Friend mode disappeared
- Charged after cancelling free trial
- Unable to pay (card expired error)
- Premium access lost after one use

**Requested features**

- Add ads instead of paywall
- More free features/modes
- Allow playing with friends again
- Option to pay once for all content
- Offer a per-evening payment option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hypothetically free?

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

### Is Debatium free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Hypothetically or Debatium?

Debatium is rated higher. Hypothetically averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Debatium averages 4.6 from 230 ratings.

### Do Hypothetically or Debatium have ads?

Neither Hypothetically nor Debatium shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Hypothetically or Debatium?

Hypothetically ships an update every 2 weeks, and Debatium every 2 days. Most recently, Hypothetically was updated on November 3, 2026 and Debatium on November 3, 2026.

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