# Ingress vs Monster Hunter Now

The clearest difference is rating: Monster Hunter Now at 4.7 against Ingress's 4.5. Monster Hunter Now also leads on review sentiment (58% vs 45%) and chart position (#44 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Ingress sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Monster Hunter Now sells 21 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Monster Hunter Now holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Monster Hunter Now has 49K ratings behind it against 5.5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of Ingress's written reviews are positive against 58% of Monster Hunter Now's.

Ingress ships an update every 3 weeks, Monster Hunter Now fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Ingress | Monster Hunter Now |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (5.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ingress/id576505181/reviews) | **[4.7 (49K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monster-hunter-now/id6445906110/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5.5K | **49K** |
| Positive reviews | 45.4% of reviews | **57.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#44** |
| Size | 397 MB | 219 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Niantic Spatial, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1807920956) | [Scopely Explore, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1037205060) |

## What reviewers say

### Ingress

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ingress/id576505181)

Explore the real world as a battlefield in this augmented reality game. Choose a faction, discover hidden energy sources, and collaborate with others to control territories and influence the future of humanity. Your mission begins now.

**Highlights:** Explore real-world locations, Augmented reality gameplay, Choose between two factions, Capture and link virtual portals, Form teams and plan strategies, Participate in live global events

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| C.O.R.E. Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| 1,200 CMU | $0.99 | one-time |
| 2,500 CMU Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| 7,000 CMU Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| 15,000 CMU Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| 32,000 CMU Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| 90,000 CMU Pack | $49.99 | one-time |
| 200,000 CMU Pack | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fantastic game concept
- 👍 Great for getting exercise and exploring
- 🌈 Enjoyable community and social aspects
- 💡 Innovative location-based gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent bugs and crashes
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🤖 Concerns about stalking and harassment from other players
- 🤔 Confusing or cluttered user interface in newer versions

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues and account problems
- Inaccurate location tracking and portal detection
- Inventory management and recharging bugs
- Incompatibility with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Ability to change factions without contacting support
- Better portal nomination and review process
- More in-game events and community activities
- Improved performance and stability on older devices


### Monster Hunter Now

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monster-hunter-now/id6445906110)

**Currently charting:** #44 Top Grossing · Action, #64 Top Grossing · Role Playing (US App Store)

Embark on a real-world hunting adventure, tracking and battling iconic monsters. Team up with friends to take down formidable foes using crafted weapons and armor. Experience authentic hunting action adapted for mobile with AR features and quick, engaging 75-second hunts.

**Highlights:** Hunt monsters in the real world, Team up with fellow hunters, Craft powerful weapons and armor, AR Camera for monster encounters, 75-second hunt challenges, Adventure Sync for marking monsters

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 150 Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| 300 Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Item Box Expansion | $1.99 | one-time |
| LNY 2026 Event Pass | $3.99 | one-time |
| Spring Egg Bonus Pass | $3.99 | one-time |
| 400 Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| 750 Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Starter bundle pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack(7 Days Only) | $6.99 | one-time |
| Summer Hunt 2024 Ticket | $6.99 | one-time |
| Winter Hunt 2025 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Halloween Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Prime Hunter's Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| NY 2024 Bargain Gems | $14.99 | one-time |
| 1,400 Gems | $14.99 | one-time |
| 2,250 Gems | $14.99 | one-time |
| Anniversary Gem Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| NY 2025 Bargain Gems | $14.99 | one-time |
| MH Now 2024 Global Ticket | $14.99 | one-time |
| 1st Anniversary Gem Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| 3,000 Gems | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Faithful Monster Hunter experience
- 🎨 Great graphics
- 🤝 Fun multiplayer
- 🌍 Engaging real-world exploration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Restrictive gameplay when moving
- 💰 Expensive microtransactions
- 🔍 Limited monster and resource spawns
- 🔍 Slow progression
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes during battles
- Login issues and lost progress
- Unresponsive controls
- Inconsistent GPS tracking

**Requested features**

- Ability to craft potions
- Wider search radius
- More weapon types
- Long-distance multiplayer
- Improved social features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Ingress free?

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

### Is Monster Hunter Now free?

Monster Hunter Now is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Ingress or Monster Hunter Now?

Monster Hunter Now is rated higher. Ingress averages 4.5 out of 5 from 5.5K ratings, while Monster Hunter Now averages 4.7 from 49K ratings.

### Do Ingress or Monster Hunter Now have ads?

Neither Ingress nor Monster Hunter Now shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Ingress or Monster Hunter Now?

Ingress ships an update every 3 weeks, and Monster Hunter Now fortnightly. Most recently, Ingress was updated on October 27, 2026 and Monster Hunter Now on October 27, 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.*