# Osmos vs EDGE Extended

The clearest difference is rating: Osmos at 4.8 against EDGE Extended's 4.6. Osmos also leads on chart position (#69 vs unranked) and ratings volume (892 vs 116). EDGE Extended's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 7 months) and price ($2.99 vs $3.99). On review sentiment, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Osmos costs $3.99 and EDGE Extended $2.99 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 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Osmos has 892 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 91% of EDGE Extended's.

Osmos ships an update every 7 months, EDGE Extended every 3 months. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Osmos | EDGE Extended |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | **$2.99** |
| Rating | **[4.8 (892 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/osmos/id382991304/reviews)** | [4.6 (116 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/edge-extended/id455112100/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **892** | 116 |
| Positive reviews | **92.3% of reviews** | 90.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#69** | — |
| Size | 48 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.4 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hemisphere Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/379323385) | [Mobigame](https://appshunter.io/developer/300896021) |

## What reviewers say

### Osmos

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

**Currently charting:** #69 Top Paid · Puzzle, #103 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


### EDGE Extended

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/edge-extended/id455112100)

Guide a cube through a geometric universe using telekinetic strength. This puzzle-platformer combines reflexes and enigmas across 48 original levels with new 3D graphics and unique music.

**Highlights:** 3D graphics engine, 48 original levels, 23 unique tunes, Telekinetic cube control, Platforming and enigmas, Bonus levels

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Stunning visuals
- 🎶 Excellent music and soundtrack
- 🕹️ Unique and challenging gameplay
- 🕹️ Addictive and fun
- 🕹️ Great for all ages

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🎮 Inconsistent or unresponsive controls
- 🕹️ Some levels are too difficult
- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes on certain levels
- Controls become unresponsive at high speeds

**Requested features**

- More levels or content updates
- Level editor or creator
- Customizable controls


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Osmos free?

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

### Is EDGE Extended free?

EDGE Extended costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Osmos or EDGE Extended?

Osmos is rated higher. Osmos averages 4.8 out of 5 from 892 ratings, while EDGE Extended averages 4.6 from 116 ratings.

### Do Osmos or EDGE Extended have ads?

Neither Osmos nor EDGE Extended shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Osmos or EDGE Extended?

Osmos ships an update every 7 months, and EDGE Extended every 3 months. Most recently, Osmos was updated on September 24, 2026 and EDGE Extended on September 24, 2026.

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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.*