# BoBo World vs Popnova

The clearest difference is ads: BoBo World at none against Popnova's shown. BoBo World also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Popnova's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 3 weeks). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BoBo World sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Popnova sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

BoBo World ships an update every 3 weeks, Popnova daily. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BoBo World | Popnova |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (4.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bobo-world-shopping-mall/id6445810327/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **4.3K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 57.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 305 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [QINGDAO WINTERSTART NETWORK CO.,LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1406316234) | [BIN WANG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1881032464) |

## What reviewers say

### BoBo World

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bobo-world-shopping-mall/id6445810327)

Explore a vibrant shopping mall, customize your avatar with endless fashion options, and decorate the environment. Enjoy a rule-free, creative experience with interactive elements and high-quality graphics.

**Highlights:** Avatar customization, Themed store exploration, Character creation, Coloring and decoration, Interactive environment, Freedom to explore

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SVIP Subscription Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| SVIP Subscription Annually | $89.99 | per year |
| Creation Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Outfits Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Spa Center | $1.99 | one-time |
| Beauty Salon | $1.99 | one-time |
| Fashion Store | $1.99 | one-time |
| Full Version | $1.99 | one-time |
| Full Version | $2.99 | one-time |
| Full Version | $3.99 | one-time |
| Full Version | $5.99 | one-time |
| Full Version | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 💡 Unique shopping mall concept

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕰️ Restrictive time limits
- 📺 Excessive advertisements
- 🐛 Occasional glitches and crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices

**Requested features**

- Remove time limits
- Reduce advertisements
- Expand map and location options


### Popnova

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/popnova/id6771827372)

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BoBo World free?

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

### Is Popnova free?

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

### Do BoBo World or Popnova have ads?

Popnova shows ads; BoBo World does not.

### Which is updated more often, BoBo World or Popnova?

BoBo World ships an update every 3 weeks, and Popnova daily. Most recently, BoBo World was updated on October 21, 2026 and Popnova on October 11, 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.*