# Mouse ! vs Mouse for Cats

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mouse ! | Mouse for Cats |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (100 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mouse/id490634280/reviews)** | [4.1 (923 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mouse-for-cats/id766080574/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 100 | **923** |
| Positive reviews | **82.4% of reviews** | 77.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 29 MB | 182 MB |
| Requires iOS | **5.1.1** | 10.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Magma Mobile](https://appshunter.io/developer/490634283) | [Petr Vanek](https://appshunter.io/developer/766080577) |

## What reviewers say

### Mouse !

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mouse/id490634280)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All solutions for Mouse | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mouse-for-cats/id766080574)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all features | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*