# Cat Physics vs Pocket Frogs

The clearest difference is price: Pocket Frogs at Free against Cat Physics's $1.99. Pocket Frogs also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (3.1K vs 795). Cat Physics's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12) and ads (none vs shown). On chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

Pocket Frogs is free to download; Cat Physics costs $1.99 up front. Pocket Frogs sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Cat Physics asks for nothing beyond the download.

Cat Physics holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 795 and 3.1K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 98% of Cat Physics's written reviews are positive against 88% of Pocket Frogs's.

Cat Physics ships an update every 7 months, Pocket Frogs every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cat Physics | Pocket Frogs |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.8 (795 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cat-physics/id373342398/reviews)** | [4.4 (3.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-frogs-tiny-pond-keeper/id386644958/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 795 | **3.1K** |
| Positive reviews | **97.5% of reviews** | 87.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | #158 | **#87** |
| Size | 13 MB | 403 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Donut Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/310068844) | [NimbleBit LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/285808572) |

## What reviewers say

### Cat Physics

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cat-physics/id373342398)

**Currently charting:** #158 Top Paid · Family (US App Store)

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.

**Highlights:** 250 clever puzzles, Physics-based gameplay, Obstacle navigation, Multiple solutions, 3-star ranking system, Achievements

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Challenging but fun gameplay
- 🐱 Cute cat-themed design
- 🧠 Engaging brain teasers
- 🕹️ Addictive and replayable
- 💯 Excellent value for money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤯 Some levels are very difficult
- 🔄 Lack of undo/reset functionality
- 🕰️ Occasional physics inconsistencies

**Reported bugs**

- Graphical issues on newer devices
- Occasional crashes or freezes

**Requested features**

- More levels and content updates
- Ability to skip difficult levels
- Customizable controls/difficulty


### Pocket Frogs

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-frogs-tiny-pond-keeper/id386644958)

**Currently charting:** #87 Top Grossing · Family (US App Store)

Discover, collect, trade, and breed a vast array of unique frogs. Customize their habitats, earn awards, and play online or offline with beautiful graphics.

**Highlights:** Discover and collect unique frogs, Breed frogs for new variations, Trade frogs and items with friends, Customize and decorate habitats, Earn over 60 awards, Play online or offline

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter Stamp Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Potion Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Catalog Item | $1.99 | one-time |
| Froggydex Frog | $1.99 | one-time |
| Value Stamp Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Value Potion Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Babyproof Kit | $4.99 | one-time |
| Express Mailbox | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lost & Found | $4.99 | one-time |
| VIP Package (30% OFF) | $19.99 | one-time |
| Premium Stamp Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| Premium Potion Pack | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💚 Relaxing and calming game
- 🐸 Cute and adorable frogs
- 🎨 Beautiful graphics and visuals
- 🕹️ Simple and easy to play
- 🎉 Nostalgic and long-lasting experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and glitches
- ⏱️ Slow progression and leveling up
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🔍 Lack of search/sorting in Froggydex
- 🕹️ Removal of mini-games and features

**Reported bugs**

- Frogs disappearing from mailbox
- Habitat purchase issues
- Freezing and crashing on certain devices
- Inconsistent performance and visuals

**Requested features**

- Ability to name frogs
- More habitat space and storage
- Faster frog growth and breeding
- Bring back mini-games and achievements
- Improved UI and interface


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cat Physics free?

Cat Physics costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Pocket Frogs free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Cat Physics or Pocket Frogs?

Cat Physics is rated higher. Cat Physics averages 4.8 out of 5 from 795 ratings, while Pocket Frogs averages 4.4 from 3.1K ratings.

### Do Cat Physics or Pocket Frogs have ads?

Pocket Frogs shows ads; Cat Physics does not.

### Which is updated more often, Cat Physics or Pocket Frogs?

Cat Physics ships an update every 7 months, and Pocket Frogs every 5 days. Most recently, Cat Physics was updated on October 26, 2026 and Pocket Frogs on October 26, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Cat Physics or Pocket Frogs?

Cat Physics currently peaks at #158 in the App Store charts, and Pocket Frogs at #87. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*