Comparison

Albert vs Swim Out

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Albert

Embark on a day-long adventure with a charming character, completing 20 unique, hand-painted levels. Utilize your device's features like the microphone and accelerometer to solve puzzles and find hidden treasures. This visually stunning game offers an immersive experience for kids and adults alike.

Highlights
  • 20 unique paper-made adventures
  • 24 hidden treasures
  • Original graphic and sound design
  • Holographic and 3D effects
  • Utilizes device features (mic, accelerometer, multi-touch)
  • Multiple languages
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Follow Albert through a whole day, from awakening to his trip in an air balloon, from the fun fair to a charming date with lovely Lili! Help Albert with 20 beautifully and artistically designed adventures. Each steps gives you stars, starts give you access to the next steps. Easy and simple. Yet Albert will need all your dexterity and wit to help him complete 20 smart and fun levels. Blow a chewing-gum bubble with the microphone, throw the soap to the bathtub while tilting your device, use all your fingers to catch falling stars from the night sky, call the dog to catch a fish, etc. Kids love it, parents can't resist it! Stunningly made with a thousand hand-painted drawings by renowned french illustrator Chloé Mazio, Albert takes full advantage of the Retina display for a unique and totally novel visual experience. Moreover Albert uses a special holographic effect for extra graphic immersion. Tilt your device and enjoy Albert's cool 3D effect. At last Albert also explores all the fun capacities of your device (multi-touch screen, microphone, speaker, accelerometer, speedometer) for smarter and funnier gaming. • 20 unique paper-made adventures • 24 hidden treasures to be found • Original graphic design and sound design • Ready for kids and geeks :) • Accelerometre • Microphone • Multitouch • Game center • Multiple languages : French, German, Japanese, Italian, Spanish, English and Chinese. • 5 stars on the App Store • Exclusively on iOS & tvOS AVERAGE REVIEW SCORE FOR ALBERT = 4,73 / 5 (8828 reviews) "Incredible art style. Neat faux-3d effect. Great variety of mini-games." – Gamezebo "You'll be charmed by his strange and beautiful world." – Slide To Play Have fun ! VISIT US : fingerlab.net FOLLOW US : twitter.com/fingerlab WATCH US : vimeo.com/fingerlab CONTACT US : contact@fingerlab.net Albert is a Fingerlab studio creation. Other creations by Fingerlab : -MultiPonk (iTunes rewind 2010) -DM1 (Apple Design award 2012) -Rockmate (App of the week 2012) The Fingerlab team

About

Swim Out

A strategic, turn-based puzzle game set in a relaxing poolside or seaside environment. Plan your moves carefully to avoid other swimmers and enjoy the view. Features over 100 levels with diverse swimmers and interactive objects.

Highlights
  • Turn-based puzzle gameplay
  • Over 100 levels
  • Diverse swimmer types
  • Interactive objects
  • Environmental hazards
  • Controller support
Features
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Dive into the relaxing and refreshing atmosphere of Swim Out, a strategic, turn-based puzzle game, that will transport you into a sunny day by the swimming pool, the river or the sea. Plan each of your strokes wisely and be sure to never cross any other swimmer's path if you want to peacefully enjoy the sea view on a cosy chaise-longue. • "If you're a fan of puzzle games Swim Out is very likely for you. It's attractive, intuitive, and fun." - Touch Arcade • "Swim Out looks like the perfect tactical escape into a lush digital paradise" - Touch Arcade • "Swim Out is a perfect summertime game" - MacStories • "I am delighted by how unfamiliar a swimming experience this is to me" - Rock, Paper, Shotgun • "There are precious few things I appreciate more than a straightforward puzzle game with a strong commitment to its aesthetic, and Swim Out is exactly that" - Waypoint • Over 100 levels nestled in carefully crafted landscapes, soothed by the sound of seagulls, frogs or water splashes. • 7 chapters combining : - 12 different types of swimmers : each with their own way of moving around, ranging from the simple breaststroke swimmers to the more complex divers or cheeky water-bombing kids - 12 different objects to interact with : buoys, fins, water guns, you can even ride a kayak! - 6 disruptive environmental elements like waves, crabs or jellyfish that will give your brain a work out until you swim out! • iCloud sync • 15 GameCenter achievements • 28 iMessage Stickers • Support for all iPhones and iPads • Play with your Xbox One, PS4 or MFi controller Awards and recognition: • "GDC Summer 2020" Artwork selected at GDC Artists gallery • "TIGA Games Industry Awards 2018" Finalist, Creativity Award, Strategy Game • "Indie Prize 2018" Finalist • "Ping Awards 2017" Finalist, Mobile Game • "TIGA Games Industry Awards 2017" Finalist, Puzzle Game

Screenshots

Albert4 screens
Swim Out4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Albert at 94% against Swim Out's 59%. Swim Out's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.2) and price ($2.99 vs $5.99). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Albert costs $5.99 and Swim Out $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Swim Out holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 87 and 253 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 94% of Albert's written reviews are positive against 59% of Swim Out's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Albert ships an update every 9 months, Swim Out every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Albert versus Swim Out: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAlbertSwim Out
Price$5.99$2.99 — better
Rating4.2 (87 ratings)4.7 (253 ratings) — better
Positive reviews94.2% of reviews — better58.5% of reviews
Number of ratings87253 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TViPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size171 MB125 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFingerlabLozange Lab

Customer experience

Albert

All ratings87 ratings
Positive78.2%
Neutral4.6%
Negative17.2%
Written reviews1,177 reviews
Positive94.2%
Neutral2.4%
Negative3.4%

Swim Out

All ratings253 ratings
Positive94.9%
Neutral2.4%
Negative2.8%
Written reviews41 reviews
Positive58.5%
Neutral12.2%
Negative29.3%

User reviews

Albert

From 87 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 💎 Unique and creative mini-games
  • 👍 Fun and engaging gameplay
  • 🎨 Beautiful and charming visuals
  • 🎶 Enjoyable soundtrack
  • 🤗 Great for all ages

Room to improve

  • 🕹️ Some mini-games are too difficult
  • 💰 Need to pay for additional levels
  • 🔇 No option to mute audio
  • 🔁 Not enough variety in mini-games

Swim Out

From 253 App Store ratings

What we love

  • ✨ Beautiful graphics and aesthetics
  • 🧘 Relaxing and zen atmosphere
  • 🧠 Challenging and engaging puzzles
  • 👍 Intuitive and simple gameplay
  • 🎶 Great sound design and ambient sounds

Room to improve

  • 💰 Overpriced for the content
  • 🐢 Slow animations and movement
  • 🔄 Repetitive gameplay over time
  • 🤔 Lack of clear instructions/explanations
  • 😩 Frustrating to restart levels

Bugs and requests

Albert

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Occasional crashes and freezes
  • Issues with touch/motion controls

Requested features

4 requests
  • More mini-games and levels
  • Ability to mute audio
  • Difficulty options for mini-games
  • Expanded content and updates

Swim Out

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Crashes immediately on opening
  • Screen orientation locked
  • Money deducted without purchase/notification
  • Specific level bug (2-13)
  • Game crashes after opening

Requested features

7 requests
  • Option to see finished levels
  • Faster mode or quicker animations
  • More varied puzzle design
  • Ability to undo moves
  • More level variety or new levels
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  • Explanations for collectibles ('flippers', 'beach ball')
  • Customization options (swimsuit variations)

In-app purchases

None

Albert

No in-app purchases

None

Swim Out

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Albert free?
Albert costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Swim Out free?
Swim Out costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Albert or Swim Out?
Swim Out is rated higher. Albert averages 4.2 out of 5 from 87 ratings, while Swim Out averages 4.7 from 253 ratings.
Do Albert or Swim Out have ads?
Neither Albert nor Swim Out shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Albert or Swim Out?
Albert ships an update every 9 months, and Swim Out every 4 months. Most recently, Albert was updated on October 19, 2026 and Swim Out on October 17, 2026.

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