# Osmos for iPad vs Mini Metro

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Mini Metro at 32K against Osmos for iPad's 499. Mini Metro also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 6 months) and chart position (#19 vs #191). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Osmos for iPad costs $3.99 and Mini Metro $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Osmos for iPad against 4.9 for Mini Metro. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mini Metro has 32K ratings behind it against 499, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 91% of Osmos for iPad's written reviews are positive against 89% of Mini Metro's.

Osmos for iPad ships an update every 6 months, Mini Metro every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Osmos for iPad | Mini Metro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | $3.99 |
| Rating | [4.8 (499 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/osmos-for-ipad/id379323382/reviews) | **[4.9 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mini-metro/id837860959/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 499 | **32K** |
| Positive reviews | **91.2% of reviews** | 88.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #191 | **#19** |
| Size | 48 MB | 191 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hemisphere Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/379323385) | [Dinosaur Polo Club](https://appshunter.io/developer/1119391227) |

## What reviewers say

### Osmos for iPad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/osmos-for-ipad/id379323382)

**Currently charting:** #191 Top Paid · Puzzle (US App Store)

Navigate a cosmic world as a galactic mote, absorbing smaller organisms to grow while avoiding larger predators. This physics-based survival game features stunning graphics and an ambient soundtrack, offering a unique and challenging experience.

**Highlights:** Physics-based gameplay, Absorb and grow mechanics, Stellar graphics, Ambient soundtrack, 72 levels across 8 worlds, Multiplayer mode, Arcade mode for replayability

**Features:** Game Controller support, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Timeless and well-designed
- 🎨 Beautiful visuals and ambient soundtrack
- 🧠 Challenging yet relaxing gameplay
- 👍 Addictive and immersive experience
- 🔍 Unique and innovative concept

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔇 No sound or audio issues
- 🚫 Lack of support for newer devices/platforms
- 💰 Perceived as overpriced for the content

**Reported bugs**

- Disappearing motes making levels unwinnable
- Compatibility issues on newer devices

**Requested features**

- Sandbox mode to create custom levels
- More levels and content updates


### Mini Metro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mini-metro/id837860959)

**Currently charting:** #19 Top Paid · Strategy, #23 Top Paid · Simulation, #51 Top Paid · Games, #92 Top Paid (US App Store)

Design and manage a subway system for a growing city. Draw lines, start trains, and adapt your network as new stations open. Strategically use limited resources to keep the city moving and achieve the highest score.

**Highlights:** Design subway maps, Draw lines between stations, Manage train routes, Adapt to random city growth, Utilize limited resources, Over two dozen real-world cities, Variety of upgrades

**Features:** iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and relaxing gameplay
- 🎨 Beautiful minimalist design
- ⏱️ Addictive and time-killing
- 🌐 Wide variety of cities to play
- 💰 Good value for money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Trains skipping stations
- 🤯 Overwhelming difficulty at times
- 🔍 Lack of clear instructions
- 🔀 Difficulty removing/rerouting lines
- 🕰️ No ability to save progress

**Reported bugs**

- Leaderboard issues with daily challenges
- Crashes and compatibility problems on certain devices
- Unexpected behavior when trains skip stations

**Requested features**

- Undo/redo functionality
- Ability to create branching lines
- More detailed statistics and analytics
- Additional game modes (e.g. career, scenarios)
- Integration with real-world transit data


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Osmos for iPad free?

Osmos for iPad costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Mini Metro free?

Mini Metro costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Osmos for iPad or Mini Metro?

Mini Metro is rated higher. Osmos for iPad averages 4.8 out of 5 from 499 ratings, while Mini Metro averages 4.9 from 32K ratings.

### Do Osmos for iPad or Mini Metro have ads?

Neither Osmos for iPad nor Mini Metro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Osmos for iPad or Mini Metro?

Osmos for iPad ships an update every 6 months, and Mini Metro every 2 months. Most recently, Osmos for iPad was updated on October 23, 2026 and Mini Metro on October 29, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Osmos for iPad or Mini Metro?

Osmos for iPad currently peaks at #191 in the App Store charts, and Mini Metro at #19. 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.*