Comparison

Mouse ! vs Mouse for Cats

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

Head to head
About

Mouse !

Guide a mouse through a maze by sliding blocks to clear its path. Solve over 2100 logic puzzles to escape the laboratory. Unlock bonus levels and features with earned coins.

Highlights
  • Sliding block maze puzzles
  • Logic and skill challenges
  • 2100+ levels
  • Unlockable level packs
  • Bonus store with hidden features
  • Regular level updates
Features
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Help the mouse escape the laboratory MOUSE is a simple but very addictive puzzle game. The goal is to help the mouse escape from the trap and find the exit in maze. This can be achieved by sliding blocks out of the mouse's way. As you unblock each part of the maze, you will be given a chance to unlock bonuses and gain coins. As you accumulate coins, you will be able to unlock level packs and various hidden features in the game bonus store. Each of the 2100 levels requires logic, skill, and patience. Do you have what it takes to help MOUSE find its way out of the trap ? MOUSE will provide you with hours of fun. Will you be able to find a way to solve all the challenging puzzles ? We are committed to updating the game on a regular basis with new and challenging levels. Get this FREE iOS game today ! Help MOUSE escape from the trap ! Sliding puzzle

About

Mouse for Cats

A 2D game designed for feline entertainment, featuring animated mice with various sounds and movements to capture their attention. Offers multiple levels and mini-games, with options for enhanced features through in-app purchases.

Highlights
  • 11 unique mouse levels
  • Animated mice with sounds
  • Mini-games after 100 hits
  • Multi-mouse mode for multiple cats
  • Customizable mouse sets
  • Adjustable speed and level order
Features
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Mouse for Cats is legendary 2D game for cats. Catch the mouse in original HDR graphics. There are 11 different, interesting and exciting mouse levels! Game is built, timed and optimized for cats! Three mini-games after each 100 hits. Mice are all in different colors with animated shape, irritating tail moves and sounds so your cat pays a serious attention to the game. Important: This is game FOR CATS - NOT FOR DOGS! please READ How To use this app for cats bellow. *** Game contains free squeak sounds - you must hear test sounds while tapping on Squeak menu entry. !! Verify that your device is capable to play mice sounds before you buy unlocks !! If you can't hear any sounds, check your Ringer switch, Effect volume, close all apps or reset device setting. if problem remains, please contact us with your device model and iOS version. *** Full version offers: ------------------ - Multi Mouse Mode (1,2,4) - 4 mice for more cat players! - Select your cat's favorite set of mice, all mice, or just single mouse - Premium Queeny mouse - Premium Robo mouse - Mice sounds - Random mouse level order - Vibrations (iPhone) - Mouse level speed selector - Screen unlocked forever. - no Ads. * this game for cats helps to keep your cats happy and playful, do not leave them alone just with tablet, play with them anyway * Please read HOWTO use this app for cats: ---------------------------------------- - check if there are no disturbing REFLECTIONS from the cats angle of view. - if your cat constantly switching between apps, disable MULTITASKING gestures in your iPad settings (cat paw contains more segments it is like 5 figers...). - adjust BRIGHTNESS - remember that cat needs lower values (10-40%). - game has "Back to Menu button" - Minimize and restore app and Menu button will appear for 5 seconds. This game for cats is recommended for active indoor cats. Kittens always jump in action instantly, older or outdoor cats may ignore game, they know it is virtual, you can try it later ideally when your cat gets in hunters mood, mostly about 3am :)) PLEASE REMEMBER: Your CAT IS NOT ROBOT nor TOY with button to activate chase mode. Respect their nature and don't expect that they will do exactly what you have seen on YouTube videos ;) Mouse for Cats is free game for cats, 11 different mouse skins for every round. Offers more fun than just single laser point... You can support us by purchasing in-app Unlocks and you will get unlocked Mouse for Cats with real sounds, premium mice, multi mouse, set random or favorite mouse, speed, level order. This game for cats is only for cats, please note: SKINS ARE NOT REAL, MICE ARE NOT REAL :) As the real rubber toy is not real mouse and even does not squeak like the real mouse, mice in this game are toys and they are colored for cats - not for humans, same applies for selected sounds - everything was massively tested and it is interesting action game for most cats. TIP: Try tap on mouse and move it around to get cat interested in game. Show how to tap on screen, they should follow you. Our cat testers reaching score above 100 in few moments, some of them are able to recognize Mouse for Cats icon and start whole application from the iPad home screen!! You can try it even on small iPhone, there were nice results too, but game runs best on iPad with retina display. ! To prevent scratches on the backside of the device, please do not put your device on the hard surface without protection cover! Carpet or bed are best and safest places. Cat may have some hard particles on the paws - protection film or tempered glass are recommended too. ! free 3D GAMES FOR CATS: https://youtu.be/31ZrpgtpW74 ! -- Mouse in Cheese -- ! ! -- Fish for Casts -- ! we are cat lovers = our games for cats are free. You can support development by purchasing extended features or just by 5-stars rating on AppStore ;) Thank you. - #MouseforCats team - https://www.youtube.com/mouseforcats

Screenshots

Mouse !3 screens
Mouse for Cats4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Mouse ! at every 2 weeks against Mouse for Cats's every 2 months. Mouse ! also leads on iOS requirement (5.1.1 vs 10.0). Mouse for Cats's advantage is ratings volume (923 vs 100). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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

Both are free to download. Mouse ! sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Mouse for Cats sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.2 for Mouse ! against 4.1 for Mouse for Cats. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mouse for Cats has 923 ratings behind it against 100, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 82% of Mouse !'s written reviews are positive against 77% of Mouse for Cats's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mouse ! ships an update every 2 weeks, Mouse for Cats every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Mouse ! versus Mouse for Cats: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMouse !Mouse for Cats
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (100 ratings) — better4.1 (923 ratings)
Positive reviews82.4% of reviews — better77.0% of reviews
Number of ratings100923 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS5.1.1 — better10.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB182 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMagma MobilePetr Vanek

Customer experience

Mouse !

All ratings100 ratings
Positive79.0%
Neutral8.0%
Negative13.0%
Written reviews227 reviews
Positive82.4%
Neutral7.0%
Negative10.6%

Mouse for Cats

All ratings923 ratings
Positive75.6%
Neutral5.4%
Negative19.0%
Written reviews278 reviews
Positive77.0%
Neutral6.8%
Negative16.2%

User reviews

Mouse !

From 100 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎮 Engaging gameplay
  • 🧠 Mentally stimulating
  • 👍 Simple yet challenging
  • 🕰️ Great time killer
  • 🕹️ Addictive

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes at level 19-1
  • 🐛 Freezing issues
  • 💰 Paid solutions not working
  • 🤯 Frustrating at higher levels
  • 🎨 Repetitive backgrounds

Mouse for Cats

From 923 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Engaging and entertaining
  • 👍 Keeps cats entertained for hours
  • 🐱 Cats love the game
  • 🎮 Fun for both cats and owners
  • 💡 Unique and innovative concept

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Sound issues (no sound or inconsistent)
  • 🐱 Not all cats interested in the game
  • 🔒 Difficulty locking the screen, leading to accidental app exits
  • 🖥️ Ads covering important content

Bugs and requests

Mouse !

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Game freezes at level 19-1
  • Paid solutions not working as intended
  • Compatibility issues with newer devices
  • Progress loss after device reset

Requested features

5 requests
  • Update and fix level 19-1
  • Ability to reset levels
  • More varied level designs
  • Customization options for the mouse
  • Sync progress across devices

Mouse for Cats

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Sound not working on certain devices
  • Frequent app crashes or freezes
  • Inability to access menu options due to ad placement

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to lock the screen and prevent accidental app exits
  • More customization options (mouse speed, textures, etc.)
  • Improved sound effects and audio feedback

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Mouse !

One-time2
  • All solutions for Mouse$0.99
  • Remove Ads$0.99
1 purchases

Mouse for Cats

One-time1
  • Unlock all features$2.99

Questions

Is Mouse ! free?
Mouse ! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mouse for Cats free?
Mouse for Cats is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mouse ! or Mouse for Cats?
Mouse ! is rated higher. Mouse ! averages 4.2 out of 5 from 100 ratings, while Mouse for Cats averages 4.1 from 923 ratings.
Do Mouse ! or Mouse for Cats have ads?
Neither Mouse ! nor Mouse for Cats shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mouse ! or Mouse for Cats?
Mouse ! ships an update every 2 weeks, and Mouse for Cats every 2 months. Most recently, Mouse ! was updated on September 26, 2026 and Mouse for Cats on September 24, 2026.

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