# Talking Ginger for iPad vs Bluey

The clearest difference is ads: Bluey at none against Talking Ginger for iPad's shown. Bluey also leads on ratings volume (1.1M vs 38K) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). Talking Ginger for iPad's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Talking Ginger for iPad sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Bluey sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Talking Ginger for iPad against 4.3 for Bluey. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bluey has 1.1M ratings behind it against 38K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 41% of Talking Ginger for iPad's written reviews are positive against 58% of Bluey's.

Talking Ginger for iPad ships an update every 2 months, Bluey every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Talking Ginger for iPad | Bluey |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (38K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talking-ginger-for-ipad/id531325150/reviews) | **[4.3 (1.1M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluey-lets-play/id1669091583/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 38K | **1.1M** |
| Positive reviews | 41.0% of reviews | **58.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#56** |
| Size | 279 MB | 298 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Outfit7 Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/351110111) | [Budge Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/390712652) |

## What reviewers say

### Talking Ginger for iPad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talking-ginger-for-ipad/id531325150)

Interact with a virtual kitten, play games, and complete puzzles. Care for your digital pet by brushing its teeth and showering it. Unlock new content by fulfilling its needs and collecting dream puzzles.

**Highlights:** Interact with a virtual kitten, Play mini-games, Complete jigsaw puzzles, Care for pet's needs, Pet, tickle, and talk to the cat, Cat repeats what you say

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Pack of Toothpastes | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack of Toothpastes | $1.99 | one-time |
| Big Pack of Toothpastes | $8.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Jigsaw Puzzles | $9.99 | one-time |
| Infinite Supply of Toothpastes | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 👍 Fun and entertaining for kids
- 💖 Cute and lovable character
- 🧹 Teaches kids about hygiene

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs
- 🕵️‍♂️ Rumors of privacy/security issues
- 🤔 Repetitive and gets boring
- 💸 Excessive in-app ads

**Reported bugs**

- Crashing and freezing
- Notifications and messages from Ginger
- Suspicious activity in Ginger's eyes

**Requested features**

- More mini-games and activities
- Ability to customize Ginger's appearance
- Parental controls and child-safe settings


### Bluey

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluey-lets-play/id1669091583)

**Currently charting:** #56 Top Grossing · Entertainment, #111 Top Free · Entertainment (US App Store)

Explore, imagine, and create in a virtual playset based on a beloved TV show. This fun, calm game allows children to interact with characters and environments, fostering creativity through various activities like cooking, coloring, and imaginative play.

**Highlights:** Explore Bluey's house, Imaginative play scenarios, Interactive virtual playset, Creative activities (cooking, tea parties), Coloring pages, Play games like keepy-uppy

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One Month Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| One Month Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Captures the show perfectly
- 🎨 Detailed and immersive environments
- 🕹️ Fun interactive elements

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive monthly subscription
- 🔒 Limited free content
- 🤖 Lack of character interactions and animations

**Reported bugs**

- Locked content not unlocking after subscription
- Ads still visible even with paid subscription

**Requested features**

- More free characters and locations
- Ability to switch between day and night
- More mini-games and interactive activities
- Option to purchase content outright instead of subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Talking Ginger for iPad free?

Talking Ginger for iPad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Bluey free?

Bluey is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Talking Ginger for iPad or Bluey?

Bluey is rated higher. Talking Ginger for iPad averages 4.3 out of 5 from 38K ratings, while Bluey averages 4.3 from 1.1M ratings.

### Do Talking Ginger for iPad or Bluey have ads?

Talking Ginger for iPad shows ads; Bluey does not.

### Which is updated more often, Talking Ginger for iPad or Bluey?

Talking Ginger for iPad ships an update every 2 months, and Bluey every 3 weeks. Most recently, Talking Ginger for iPad was updated on October 30, 2026 and Bluey on October 30, 2026.

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