# Osmos vs Galaxy Genome

The clearest difference is monetization model: Galaxy Genome at free against Osmos's paid. Galaxy Genome also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 7 months). Osmos's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.3) and review sentiment (92% vs 75%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and chart position there is nothing between them.

Osmos costs $3.99 and Galaxy Genome $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Osmos holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Osmos has 897 ratings behind it against 116, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of Osmos's written reviews are positive against 75% of Galaxy Genome's.

Osmos ships an update every 7 months, Galaxy Genome every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Osmos | Galaxy Genome |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | $3.99 |
| Rating | **[4.8 (897 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/osmos/id382991304/reviews)** | [4.3 (116 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/galaxy-genome/id1566857517/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **897** | 116 |
| Positive reviews | **92.3% of reviews** | 75.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#68** | #110 |
| Size | 48 MB | 100 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.4 | 13.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Hemisphere Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/379323385) | [Anton Skvortsov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1193056628) |

## What reviewers say

### Osmos

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/osmos/id382991304)

**Currently charting:** #68 Top Paid · Puzzle, #126 Top Paid · Simulation (US App Store)

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

**Highlights:** Physics-based gameplay, Absorb smaller organisms to grow, Avoid larger predators, Stellar graphics, Ambient soundtrack, 72 levels across 8 worlds, Multiplayer mode

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Mesmerizing visuals and aesthetics
- 🎶 Excellent soundtrack and audio design
- 🧠 Challenging and thought-provoking gameplay
- 🕰️ Ability to control time/speed
- 🕊️ Relaxing and meditative experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤯 Frustratingly difficult at times
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 🖥️ Not optimized for larger screens (iPad)
- 🔍 Lack of zoom/scale controls

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on certain devices/OS versions
- Compatibility issues with newer hardware

**Requested features**

- More levels and content updates
- Multiplayer mode improvements
- Customization options (e.g. music, visuals)
- Difficulty settings or accessibility options


### Galaxy Genome

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/galaxy-genome/id1566857517)

**Currently charting:** #110 Top Paid · Adventure, #128 Top Paid · Simulation (US App Store)

Embark on an open-world sci-fi adventure as a space pilot. Explore a vast, scientifically accurate Milky Way, customize your ship, and choose your path as a trader, pirate, or explorer. Engage in combat, smuggling, and mining while following a compelling story or undertaking side missions.

**Highlights:** Open-world sci-fi space simulator, Ship customization and upgrades, Explore a 1:1 scale Milky Way galaxy, Free-form play with multiple roles, Vibrant story and side quests, Surface vehicles for planet exploration

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Massive explorable galaxy with procedurally generated systems
- 💎 No pay-to-play mechanics or paywalls
- 🎮 Deep gameplay with trading, combat, mining, and exploration
- 📱 Excellent value for mobile space sim
- 🎯 Active developer with regular updates and community engagement

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes, especially when accessing mission menu
- 📚 Steep learning curve with minimal tutorial guidance
- 🐢 Tedious travel time through large spaces
- 🎮 Unintuitive flight controls and ship deceleration
- 🗺️ Confusing route mapping and pathfinding issues

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes when accessing mission menu
- Game crashes when attempting warp jump with space station
- Chinese characters display as blocks
- Autopilot overshoots destinations
- Module list cannot be scrolled when modules are disabled

**Requested features**

- Controller support (Xbox, Backbone)
- Multiplayer or co-op gameplay
- Ability to build and control space stations
- Fleet management improvements
- Save editing or money cheats for progression


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Osmos free?

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

### Is Galaxy Genome free?

Galaxy Genome costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Osmos or Galaxy Genome?

Osmos is rated higher. Osmos averages 4.8 out of 5 from 897 ratings, while Galaxy Genome averages 4.3 from 116 ratings.

### Do Osmos or Galaxy Genome have ads?

Neither Osmos nor Galaxy Genome shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Osmos or Galaxy Genome?

Osmos ships an update every 7 months, and Galaxy Genome every 5 weeks. Most recently, Osmos was updated on October 27, 2026 and Galaxy Genome on October 27, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Osmos or Galaxy Genome?

Osmos currently peaks at #68 in the App Store charts, and Galaxy Genome at #110. 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.*