# Epic Astro Story vs Star Command

The clearest difference is update cadence: Star Command at every 10 days against Epic Astro Story's every 3 months. Star Command also leads on ratings volume (910 vs 27) and chart position (#102 vs unranked). Epic Astro Story's advantage is rating (4.3 vs 4.0) and review sentiment (79% vs 66%). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Epic Astro Story costs $4.99 and Star Command $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Epic Astro Story holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Star Command has 910 ratings behind it against 27, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Epic Astro Story's written reviews are positive against 66% of Star Command's.

Epic Astro Story ships an update every 3 months, Star Command every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Epic Astro Story | Star Command |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **$2.99** |
| Rating | **[4.3 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/epic-astro-story/id507409247/reviews)** | [4.0 (910 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/star-command/id632079234/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 27 | **910** |
| Positive reviews | **78.8% of reviews** | 66.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#102** |
| Size | 48 MB | 101 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Kairosoft Co.,Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/381477233) | [Star Command, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/632079238) |

## What reviewers say

### Epic Astro Story

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/epic-astro-story/id507409247)

Build a thriving space colony on an alien planet, managing resources and constructing buildings. Defend your settlement from hostile alien creatures in exciting battles. Expand your influence and attract intergalactic tourists to your growing space citadel.

**Highlights:** Build roads and houses, Cultivate a space citadel, Attract alien tourists, Engage in cosmic creature battles, Resource management, Colony expansion

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Lightning-fast gameplay
- 👍 Addictive and engaging
- 🌟 Excellent value for money
- 🔍 Interesting exploration and RPG elements
- 💡 Unique blend of simulation and combat

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs, especially in later game
- 📖 Incomplete or cut-off text descriptions
- 🔍 Lack of map/world randomization and replayability
- 🤔 Some features feel underdeveloped or repetitive

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes during battles or at later game stages
- Screen going black after reaching year 100
- Residents not working or staying in houses
- Building costs not fully displayed

**Requested features**

- More map/world variety and randomization
- Improved text display and scrolling
- Ability to rearrange/reorganize the colony
- Deeper RPG mechanics and character customization
- Expanded end-game content and challenges


### Star Command

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/star-command/id632079234)

**Currently charting:** #102 Top Paid · Strategy, #110 Top Paid · Simulation (US App Store)

Command your own starship, recruit and level up your crew, and explore a vast universe. Engage in tactical combat, manage ship roles, and make decisions that impact your journey through space.

**Highlights:** Build and command your starship, Hire and level up crew members, Explore the universe, Defend against alien civilizations, Tactical combat and ship management, Multiple ship hull choices, Discover alien species

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Amazing game
- 🚀 Fun and challenging gameplay
- 🚀 Great music and visuals
- 👍 No in-app purchases
- 👍 Replayability

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and crashes
- 🐛 UI issues (e.g. buttons off-screen)
- 🔍 Short story/content
- 🔍 Repetitive gameplay
- 🔍 Lack of updates/new content

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes on startup
- Crew members getting stuck or lost
- Weapons/UI elements disappearing
- Progression/save data issues

**Requested features**

- More ships, rooms, and customization options
- Expanded story and missions
- Multiplayer and co-op modes
- Ability to board enemy ships
- Improved crew management and AI


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Epic Astro Story free?

Epic Astro Story costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Star Command free?

Star Command costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Epic Astro Story or Star Command?

Epic Astro Story is rated higher. Epic Astro Story averages 4.3 out of 5 from 27 ratings, while Star Command averages 4.0 from 910 ratings.

### Do Epic Astro Story or Star Command have ads?

Neither Epic Astro Story nor Star Command shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Epic Astro Story or Star Command?

Epic Astro Story ships an update every 3 months, and Star Command every 10 days. Most recently, Epic Astro Story was updated on October 26, 2026 and Star Command on October 26, 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.*