# Star Command vs Sheltered

Star Command and Sheltered both sit at 4.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 66% of Star Command's written reviews are positive against 57% of Sheltered's. Star Command also leads on price ($2.99 vs $3.99). Sheltered's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.6). On rating, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Star Command costs $2.99 and Sheltered $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for Star Command against 4.1 for Sheltered. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 905 and 355 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 66% of Star Command's written reviews are positive against 57% of Sheltered's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Star Command | Sheltered |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$2.99** | $3.99 |
| Rating | [4.0 (905 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/star-command/id632079234/reviews) | **[4.1 (355 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sheltered/id1217949099/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **905** | 355 |
| Positive reviews | **66.1% of reviews** | 57.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | — |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#115** | #155 |
| Size | 101 MB | 402 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Star Command, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/632079238) | [Team17 Digital Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/321369234) |

## What reviewers say

### Star Command

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

**Currently charting:** #115 Top Paid · Strategy, #122 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


### Sheltered

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sheltered/id1217949099)

**Currently charting:** #155 Top Paid · Strategy (US App Store)

Manage your family's survival in a post-apocalyptic world. Gather resources, make tough moral choices, and defend your underground shelter from threats. Strategize combat and develop your family's skills to endure the harsh new reality.

**Highlights:** Disaster management, Resource gathering, Moral decision-making, Shelter defense, Crafting weapons, Turn-based combat, Family skill development

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Challenging and fun
- 🎨 Beautiful pixel art
- 💰 Good value for money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🕹️ Poor controls and UI
- 🍔 Difficulty finding food
- 🔍 Lack of tutorial and explanations

**Reported bugs**

- Expedition parties disappearing
- Shower functionality issues
- Inventory management problems
- Freezing and crashing on load

**Requested features**

- Add sandbox mode
- Improve expedition system
- Implement cloud save
- Update for larger screens
- Add more content and updates


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Star Command free?

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

### Is Sheltered free?

Sheltered costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Star Command or Sheltered?

Sheltered is rated higher. Star Command averages 4.0 out of 5 from 905 ratings, while Sheltered averages 4.1 from 355 ratings.

### Do Star Command or Sheltered have ads?

Neither Star Command nor Sheltered shows ads.

### Which is more popular, Star Command or Sheltered?

Star Command currently peaks at #115 in the App Store charts, and Sheltered at #155. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*