# Wavecade vs Galaxy Swirl

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Galaxy Swirl at 100% against Wavecade's 30%. Galaxy Swirl also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.7) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Wavecade's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Wavecade sells 12 one-off in-app purchases and Galaxy Swirl sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Galaxy Swirl holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 70 and 60 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 30% of Wavecade's written reviews are positive against 100% of Galaxy Swirl's.

Wavecade ships an update fortnightly, Galaxy Swirl every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Wavecade | Galaxy Swirl |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (70 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wavecade/id1661057707/reviews) | **[4.5 (60 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/galaxy-swirl-action-runner/id6471663974/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **70** | 60 |
| Positive reviews | 29.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 312 MB | 284 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Andrew Spalato](https://appshunter.io/developer/1582912136) | [Ricardo Mendonca](https://appshunter.io/developer/1491604251) |

## What reviewers say

### Wavecade

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wavecade/id1661057707)

Experience classic arcade shooter nostalgia with a modern twist. Manipulate time, collect powerups, and utilize unique abilities to overcome challenging waves, hazards, and epic bosses. Customize your ship and compete with friends in various game modes.

**Highlights:** Time manipulation mechanics, Upgradeable powerups, Player abilities for survival, Block shooting and destruction, Hazard avoidance and strategic use, Epic boss battles, Local and online multiplayer, Multiple game modes, Ship and visual customization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100K XP | $0.79 | one-time |
| Double XP | $0.99 | one-time |
| Wavecade - Ships Pack | $1.49 | one-time |
| Wavecade - 500K XP | $1.49 | one-time |
| Wavecade - Propulsions Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Small Brilliants Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Wavecade - 5 Million XP Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Wavecade - Designs Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Medium Brilliants Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Wavecade - Ultimate Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Large Brilliants Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Mega Brilliants Pack | $59.99 | one-time |


### Galaxy Swirl

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/galaxy-swirl-action-runner/id6471663974)

Pilot a spaceship through a hexagonal space environment, dodging obstacles and shooting enemies. Enjoy procedurally generated levels, various game modes, and ship customization. Compete globally with power-ups and leaderboards.

**Highlights:** Infinite hexagonal runner, Spaceship combat and dodging, Procedurally generated levels, Multiple game modes, Ship customization and upgrades, Power-ups and leaderboards

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 700 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle | $0.99 | one-time |
| 4000 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Double Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bulletstorm Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| 55 Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| 9000 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 125 Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| 20000 Coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| 55000 Coins | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Wavecade free?

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

### Is Galaxy Swirl free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Wavecade or Galaxy Swirl?

Galaxy Swirl is rated higher. Wavecade averages 3.7 out of 5 from 70 ratings, while Galaxy Swirl averages 4.5 from 60 ratings.

### Do Wavecade or Galaxy Swirl have ads?

Galaxy Swirl shows ads; Wavecade does not.

### Which is updated more often, Wavecade or Galaxy Swirl?

Wavecade ships an update fortnightly, and Galaxy Swirl every 3 weeks. Most recently, Wavecade was updated on October 24, 2026 and Galaxy Swirl 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.*