# BugSplosion vs Flutter Starlight

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BugSplosion at none against Flutter Starlight's 10. BugSplosion also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). Flutter Starlight's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 45 months) and ratings volume (7.9K vs 6). On price, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Flutter Starlight sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. BugSplosion asks for nothing beyond the download.

Flutter Starlight holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flutter Starlight has 7.9K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 86% of BugSplosion's written reviews are positive against 82% of Flutter Starlight's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

BugSplosion ships an update every 45 months, Flutter Starlight every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BugSplosion | Flutter Starlight |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bugsplosion/id634860812/reviews) | **[4.7 (7.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flutter-starlight-cozy-game/id1076468537/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **7.9K** |
| Positive reviews | **85.7% of reviews** | 82.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 45 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 49 MB | 563 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rosendahl Software AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/591646413) | [Runaway](https://appshunter.io/developer/1042800793) |

## What reviewers say

### BugSplosion

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bugsplosion/id634860812)

Engage in an intense retro-style action game where you must quickly squish all the bugs before they escape. Explore 8 worlds and 48 levels, accompanied by an original bitpop soundtrack inspired by classic consoles. Compete on leaderboards and earn achievements.

**Highlights:** Retro action gameplay, 8 worlds and 48 levels, Original bitpop soundtrack, Classic and Endless modes, Trophies and Leaderboard, Game Center Achievements

**In-app purchases:** none


### Flutter Starlight

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flutter-starlight-cozy-game/id1076468537)

Raise and collect over 300 real-life moth species in a magical, moonlit forest. Nurture them through their lifecycle, explore a living forest, and discover enchanting plants and secrets. Enjoy a relaxing, stress-free experience with missions and interactive gestures.

**Highlights:** Nurture and collect moths, Discover over 300 moth species, Explore a living forest environment, Grow magical plants, Complete missions and events, Interactive gestures

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Beetle Bank | $0.99 | one-time |
| 50 Glowbucks | $1.99 | one-time |
| Amazing Value Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack B | $2.99 | one-time |
| 130 Glowbucks | $4.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack A | $4.99 | one-time |
| Mushroom Booster | $4.99 | one-time |
| 275 Glowbucks | $9.99 | one-time |
| Event Booster | $9.99 | one-time |
| 700 Glowbucks | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🦋 Adorable and calming moths
- 📚 Educational with real moth facts
- 🎨 Beautiful and relaxing visuals
- 🎶 Soothing background music
- 👍 No aggressive ads or monetization

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive to expand forest and acquire new moths
- ⏱️ Slow progress and long wait times
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔌 Drains battery quickly
- 🙅‍♀️ Difficulty connecting with friends

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes and crashes when switching apps
- Reward videos not working properly
- Progress and data loss issues
- Graphical glitches after updates

**Requested features**

- Ability to name and customize moths
- More ways to earn premium currency
- Offline play option
- Repeat past event moths
- Add more interactive features and mini-games


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BugSplosion free?

BugSplosion is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Flutter Starlight free?

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

### Which has better reviews, BugSplosion or Flutter Starlight?

Flutter Starlight is rated higher. BugSplosion averages 4.5 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Flutter Starlight averages 4.7 from 7.9K ratings.

### Do BugSplosion or Flutter Starlight have ads?

Flutter Starlight shows ads; BugSplosion does not.

### Which is updated more often, BugSplosion or Flutter Starlight?

BugSplosion ships an update every 45 months, and Flutter Starlight every 2 months. Most recently, BugSplosion was updated on October 15, 2026 and Flutter Starlight on October 19, 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.*