Cat Physics vs Simon's Cat
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Cat Physics
A physics-based puzzle game where players must pass a ball between cats. Navigate through various obstacles and challenges to complete each level. Offers a unique and addictive gameplay experience with plenty of puzzles to solve.
- 250 clever puzzles
- Physics-based gameplay
- Obstacle navigation
- Multiple solutions
- 3-star ranking system
- Achievements
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What are cats up to at dawn, when nobody's around? Sneaking around the back alleys? Probably! Going through garbage cans? Not likely! Playing ball games? Most certainly! Join the cats in their favorite midnight ball game: CAT PHYSICS! The objective is simple -- Pass the ball from one cat to another! Sound too simple? Oh, wait... did we mention flip boards, glass windows, trap doors and other obstacles? * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * WHAT REVIEWERS SAY: - "Highly Recommended" -- TouchArcade - "App Store Game Of The Week" -- GamePro - "Staff Pick" -- AppComments - "Rated 4.5 / 5" -- GamePro APPLE AWARDS / STAFF PICKS: - "Five-Minute Fixes" -- iTunes US - "Hot New Games / Physics Puzzlers" -- AppStore WHAT FANS SAY: - "Perfect touch controls, wonderful graphics and addictive gameplay." - "Another unique, fun game" - "Totally recommend it" * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * GAME FEATURES: - 200 clever puzzles to solve (*UPDATE 2019* Now 250 levels) - Cozy midnight backdrops - Jazzy background music - Complete puzzles using different solutions: Increased replay value! - Donut Games' famous 3-star ranking system - Game Center support - Achievements to unlock - Collectors Icon #22 - And much more... * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Enjoy another Donut Games release!
Simon's Cat
Embark on a bubble-popping adventure to rescue adorable critters trapped in a bubbly mess. Solve thousands of colorful puzzles, use special power-ups, and enjoy vibrant animations in this fun and addictive game.
- Match bubbles to free critters
- Thousands of colorful levels
- Unique puzzle challenges
- Special power-ups
- Vibrant animations
- Play offline
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Mr. Potts is causing trouble again, trapping cute critters in a bubbly mess! Only you can help Simon’s Cat and his friends pop bubbles, clear puzzles, and save the day in this fun bubble shooter! A Bubble-Popping Adventure Awaits! Match bubbles to free adorable critters and complete exciting challenges. Play through thousands of colorful levels with unique puzzles. Reach new areas and discover magical surprises. Use special power-ups to solve tricky puzzles and win rewards. Fun & Addictive Gameplay! Easy to start, but full of exciting challenges. Enjoy vibrant animations and lovable characters. Experience stunning visuals in a colorful world. Play anytime, anywhere—no WiFi needed! Join Simon’s Cat, Maisy, Chloe, Kitten, Jazz, and more in this purrfect puzzle adventure! Whether you love match puzzles or bubble shooters, this game will keep you entertained for hours. Start playing now and enjoy a bubble-popping journey like never before!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Simon's Cat at Free against Cat Physics's $1.99. Simon's Cat also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (31K vs 796). Cat Physics's advantage is review sentiment (98% vs 62%) and in-app purchases (none vs 13). On rating, ads 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
Simon's Cat is free to download; Cat Physics costs $1.99 up front. Simon's Cat sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. Cat Physics asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Cat Physics against 4.9 for Simon's Cat. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simon's Cat has 31K ratings behind it against 796, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 98% of Cat Physics's written reviews are positive against 62% of Simon's Cat's.
Cat Physics ships an update every 7 months, Simon's Cat every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.
| Parameter | Cat Physics | Simon's Cat |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.8 (796 ratings) | 4.9 (31K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 97.5% of reviews — better | 61.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 796 | 31K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 4 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 630 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Donut Games | Tactile Games Limited |
Customer experience
Cat Physics
Simon's Cat
User reviews
Cat Physics
From 796 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Challenging but fun gameplay
- 🐱 Cute cat-themed design
- 🧠 Engaging brain teasers
- 🕹️ Addictive and replayable
- 💯 Excellent value for money
Room to improve
- 🤯 Some levels are very difficult
- 🔄 Lack of undo/reset functionality
- 🕰️ Occasional physics inconsistencies
Simon's Cat
From 31K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Fun and addictive game
- 👍 Cute and whimsical graphics
- 💡 Variety of levels and challenges
- 🚀 Relaxing gameplay
- 👍 Generous with free rewards
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🔍 Inconsistent scoring system
- 🔒 Forced Facebook integration
- 📢 Excessive ads and pop-ups
Bugs and requests
Cat Physics
Reported bugs
2 issues- Graphical issues on newer devices
- Occasional crashes or freezes
Requested features
3 requests- More levels and content updates
- Ability to skip difficult levels
- Customizable controls/difficulty
Simon's Cat
Reported bugs
3 issues- Bubbles not popping correctly
- Game freezing on level transition
- Rewards not being properly credited
Requested features
4 requests- Difficulty settings for casual and hardcore players
- Option to disable ads for a one-time fee
- Ability to earn more coins through gameplay
- Better explanation of game mechanics and scoring
In-app purchases
Cat Physics
No in-app purchases
Simon's Cat
- Welcome Pack$0.99
- Quick Refill$0.99
- Stack of Coins$1.99
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- Quick Refill Tier 2$1.99
- Piggy Bank Open$3.99
- Kitten Bundle$3.99
- Simon's Pass$4.99
- Special Offer$6.99
- Special Offer$7.99
- Pile of Coins$9.99
- Special Offer$9.99
- Treat Bundle$12.99
- Bag of Coins$19.99
Questions
Is Cat Physics free?
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