Comparison

Cat Game (Classic) vs Mouse for Cats

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

Head to head
About

Cat Game (Classic)

A classic game designed for feline entertainment, featuring a simple interface where a dot moves across the screen for pets to chase. Humans can also play this reflex-based game.

Highlights
  • Classic video game for cats
  • Catch the moving dot
  • Suitable for iPhone, iPad, iPod touch
  • Humans can play too
  • Single-touch gameplay
Features
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It seems like everyone and their cat now owns an iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. But what does the cat do with it? Cat Game is the classic video game for cats, based upon the "catch the laser dot" game that cats have enjoyed for ages. Present the game to the cat. Not all cats want to play, so respect the cat. Take care so that neither cat nor device are injured during play. Features: - The classic video game for cats since 2009. - Humans can play, too! Try to score over 21! Tips for human players: - "I tapped it but it didn't give me the point!" It moved out of the way at the last instant! Look carefully to observe the effect. Like swatting flies, your reflexes are usually not fast enough to go directly at it. Anticipate where it's going to stop and tap there! - Cat Game is NOT multi-touch! Only one finger can tap the screen at any time. More than one finger on the screen at a time means that NO TAPS will register. Holding your finger to the screen doesn't count -- only taps count. You can drum with multiple fingers as long as only one finger is touching the screen at any time. - Don't tap many times in one place, hoping to easily catch the dot when it comes to your area. Every time you tap, you're telling Cat Game where your finger is! - Be the cat. Let go of consciously controlling your finger. Get into the zone where hand-eye coordination is driven by instinctive reactions. - Let your cat watch you play. He or she could use a good laugh... "It's not as easy as it looks, eh?" - Enjoy!

About

Mouse for Cats

A 2D game designed for feline entertainment, featuring animated mice with various sounds and movements to capture their attention. Offers multiple levels and mini-games, with options for enhanced features through in-app purchases.

Highlights
  • 11 unique mouse levels
  • Animated mice with sounds
  • Mini-games after 100 hits
  • Multi-mouse mode for multiple cats
  • Customizable mouse sets
  • Adjustable speed and level order
Features
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Mouse for Cats is legendary 2D game for cats. Catch the mouse in original HDR graphics. There are 11 different, interesting and exciting mouse levels! Game is built, timed and optimized for cats! Three mini-games after each 100 hits. Mice are all in different colors with animated shape, irritating tail moves and sounds so your cat pays a serious attention to the game. Important: This is game FOR CATS - NOT FOR DOGS! please READ How To use this app for cats bellow. *** Game contains free squeak sounds - you must hear test sounds while tapping on Squeak menu entry. !! Verify that your device is capable to play mice sounds before you buy unlocks !! If you can't hear any sounds, check your Ringer switch, Effect volume, close all apps or reset device setting. if problem remains, please contact us with your device model and iOS version. *** Full version offers: ------------------ - Multi Mouse Mode (1,2,4) - 4 mice for more cat players! - Select your cat's favorite set of mice, all mice, or just single mouse - Premium Queeny mouse - Premium Robo mouse - Mice sounds - Random mouse level order - Vibrations (iPhone) - Mouse level speed selector - Screen unlocked forever. - no Ads. * this game for cats helps to keep your cats happy and playful, do not leave them alone just with tablet, play with them anyway * Please read HOWTO use this app for cats: ---------------------------------------- - check if there are no disturbing REFLECTIONS from the cats angle of view. - if your cat constantly switching between apps, disable MULTITASKING gestures in your iPad settings (cat paw contains more segments it is like 5 figers...). - adjust BRIGHTNESS - remember that cat needs lower values (10-40%). - game has "Back to Menu button" - Minimize and restore app and Menu button will appear for 5 seconds. This game for cats is recommended for active indoor cats. Kittens always jump in action instantly, older or outdoor cats may ignore game, they know it is virtual, you can try it later ideally when your cat gets in hunters mood, mostly about 3am :)) PLEASE REMEMBER: Your CAT IS NOT ROBOT nor TOY with button to activate chase mode. Respect their nature and don't expect that they will do exactly what you have seen on YouTube videos ;) Mouse for Cats is free game for cats, 11 different mouse skins for every round. Offers more fun than just single laser point... You can support us by purchasing in-app Unlocks and you will get unlocked Mouse for Cats with real sounds, premium mice, multi mouse, set random or favorite mouse, speed, level order. This game for cats is only for cats, please note: SKINS ARE NOT REAL, MICE ARE NOT REAL :) As the real rubber toy is not real mouse and even does not squeak like the real mouse, mice in this game are toys and they are colored for cats - not for humans, same applies for selected sounds - everything was massively tested and it is interesting action game for most cats. TIP: Try tap on mouse and move it around to get cat interested in game. Show how to tap on screen, they should follow you. Our cat testers reaching score above 100 in few moments, some of them are able to recognize Mouse for Cats icon and start whole application from the iPad home screen!! You can try it even on small iPhone, there were nice results too, but game runs best on iPad with retina display. ! To prevent scratches on the backside of the device, please do not put your device on the hard surface without protection cover! Carpet or bed are best and safest places. Cat may have some hard particles on the paws - protection film or tempered glass are recommended too. ! free 3D GAMES FOR CATS: https://youtu.be/31ZrpgtpW74 ! -- Mouse in Cheese -- ! ! -- Fish for Casts -- ! we are cat lovers = our games for cats are free. You can support development by purchasing extended features or just by 5-stars rating on AppStore ;) Thank you. - #MouseforCats team - https://www.youtube.com/mouseforcats

Screenshots

Cat Game (Classic)4 screens
Mouse for Cats4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Mouse for Cats at 4.1 against Cat Game (Classic)'s 3.0. Mouse for Cats also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 52 months). Cat Game (Classic)'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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. Mouse for Cats sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Cat Game (Classic) asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Mouse for Cats holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.4K and 957 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of Cat Game (Classic)'s written reviews are positive against 77% of Mouse for Cats's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cat Game (Classic) ships an update every 52 months, Mouse for Cats every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Cat Game (Classic) versus Mouse for Cats: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCat Game (Classic)Mouse for Cats
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2.4K ratings)4.1 (957 ratings) — better
Positive reviews72.7% of reviews77.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.4K — better957
Update frequencyEvery 52 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.010.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB182 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMichael McMahonPetr Vanek

Customer experience

Cat Game (Classic)

All ratings2,390 ratings
Positive40.8%
Neutral16.9%
Negative42.3%
Written reviews139 reviews
Positive72.7%
Neutral10.8%
Negative16.5%

Mouse for Cats

All ratings923 ratings
Positive75.6%
Neutral5.4%
Negative19.0%
Written reviews279 reviews
Positive77.1%
Neutral6.8%
Negative16.1%

User reviews

Cat Game (Classic)

From 2.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Keeps kittens entertained
  • 🐱 Cat-focused app
  • 💡 Innovative concept
  • 🕹️ Fun for both cats and humans

Room to improve

  • 🐱 Doesn't work for all cats
  • 🔋 Potential to damage devices
  • ⏱️ Too fast for some cats

Mouse for Cats

From 957 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Engaging and entertaining
  • 👍 Keeps cats entertained for hours
  • 🐱 Cats love the game
  • 🎮 Fun for both cats and owners
  • 💡 Unique and innovative concept

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Sound issues (no sound or inconsistent)
  • 🐱 Not all cats interested in the game
  • 🔒 Difficulty locking the screen, leading to accidental app exits
  • 🖥️ Ads covering important content

Bugs and requests

Cat Game (Classic)

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes on opening
  • Disappearing/losing the game
  • Compatibility issues with older devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Adjustable speed settings
  • Larger dot for easier visibility
  • Sounds/noises to further engage cats
  • Infinite/endless mode

Mouse for Cats

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Sound not working on certain devices
  • Frequent app crashes or freezes
  • Inability to access menu options due to ad placement

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to lock the screen and prevent accidental app exits
  • More customization options (mouse speed, textures, etc.)
  • Improved sound effects and audio feedback

In-app purchases

None

Cat Game (Classic)

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Mouse for Cats

One-time1
  • Unlock all features$2.99

Questions

Is Cat Game (Classic) free?
Cat Game (Classic) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mouse for Cats free?
Mouse for Cats is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Cat Game (Classic) or Mouse for Cats?
Mouse for Cats is rated higher. Cat Game (Classic) averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2.4K ratings, while Mouse for Cats averages 4.1 from 957 ratings.
Do Cat Game (Classic) or Mouse for Cats have ads?
Neither Cat Game (Classic) nor Mouse for Cats shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cat Game (Classic) or Mouse for Cats?
Cat Game (Classic) ships an update every 52 months, and Mouse for Cats every 2 months. Most recently, Cat Game (Classic) was updated on October 23, 2026 and Mouse for Cats on October 26, 2026.

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