Comparison

Potion Permit vs Ex Astris

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Potion Permit

Step into the role of a chemist tasked with healing a town that distrusts modern medicine. Diagnose illnesses, gather ingredients, and brew potions to cure the townsfolk. Build relationships, upgrade the town, and live the life of an apothecary in a charming, colorful world.

Highlights
  • Diagnose and cure illnesses
  • Gather ingredients and brew potions
  • Upgrade buildings and expand areas
  • Build relationships with townsfolk
  • Find love with a sweetheart
  • Team up with a loyal dog
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The town of Moonbury has always been wary of the outside world's medical advances, preferring to rely on its traditional healing methods. However, when the mayor's daughter falls ill and the local witch doctor can do nothing to help her, they are forced to look outside their small community for help. The Medical Association decides to send their most accomplished chemist - you - to help cure the mayor's daughter and convince the residents of Moonbury of the wonders of modern alchemy. Gain their trust and tend to each person when they fall ill in this open-ended sim RPG! FEATURES - Take care of Moonbury’s inhabitants: diagnose their illnesses, gather ingredients and brew potions to cure them. - Heal the town : Upgrade buildings, expand your gathering area and transform the townsfolk’ lives in many ways. - Build relationships with Moonbury’s inhabitants, earn their trust and eventually find love with your chosen sweetheart! - Team up with your loyal dog that follows you wherever you go and helps you in your work. - Relax in a wholesome, colourful world and live the apothecary life you want! CAREFULLY REDESIGNED FOR MOBILE - Revamped interface - Game Center achievements - Cloud Save – Share your progress between iOS devices - Compatible with MFi controllers - iPhone 15 Optimization (including pro max) If you run into a problem, please contact us at https://playdigious.helpshift.com/hc/en/12-playdigious/ with as much information as possible on the issue.

About

Ex Astris

Embark on an interstellar adventure as an investigator on a tidally locked planet. Explore diverse landscapes, engage in strategic turn-based combat with a unique maneuver system, and uncover the planet's mysteries with a team of companions.

Highlights
  • 3D Sci-Fi Adventure RPG
  • Semi-real-time, turn-based combat
  • Innovative Obscuran Maneuver system
  • World exploration on a tidally locked planet
  • Assemble and empower a team of companions
  • Crafting and puzzle-solving
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When the first satellite passes through the atmosphere, we believe we shall conquer the universe someday. Now I realized, humans are solely extending the boundaries of the earth left the kaleidoscopic world behind. Investigator. Have you ever thought that the mourning sea in front of you has lost its warmth? We are struggling in the shallow waters when tides over the shore. We are stranded on the sandbank when waves recede. Every single star shall rejoice and lament. "Go through the storm and transcend eternity. Bon voyage." Game Features: Ex Astris is a semi-real-time, turn-based 3D RPG. As an investigator, you will delve into the world of Allindo and embark on a wondrous interstellar adventure. #WorldExploration Explore a planet in a tidally locked orbit, a realm where the sun never sets. Split into two distinct hemispheres by massive ring-shaped storms, this planet is home to bizarre creatures and intelligent beings remarkably similar to humans. On an RV journey, you will explore foreign lands with diverse local cultures, collect memories of extraordinary encounters, and unravel the mystery behind a looming storm. #ObscuranManeuvers A cool blend of turn-based gameplay and fast-paced action: Make the most of our innovative Obscuran Maneuver system and time your responses to perfectly counter enemy attacks. You can also pull off powerful team combos and joint attacks with your allies for strategic advantages. #ProgressionExperience Assemble a team of vibrant companions, each with their own motives and stories. Their powers and strength will depend on your knowledge of their traits. Scour Allindo for various materials to concoct special dishes and craft all sorts of Laylah-Keys to empower your team. Solve intricate puzzles in strongholds, defeat challenging foes that stand in your way, and unveil the mysteries of Allindo. Stay connected: Official Website: https://exa.gryphline.com/en-us/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ExAstrisOfficial/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/Astris_EN Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExAstris_en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/exastris_en/ Support Email: exastris_cs@gryphline.com *Minimum system requirements Device: iPhone 8 or better models; iPads with the A12 chip or better processors System: iOS 12 or above Storage: 10GB free space or above

Screenshots

Potion Permit4 screens
Ex Astris4 screens

Verdict

The call

Potion Permit and Ex Astris both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 66% of Ex Astris's written reviews are positive against 40% of Potion Permit's. Ex Astris also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). Potion Permit's advantage is price ($6.99 vs $9.99). On rating, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Potion Permit costs $6.99 and Ex Astris $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Potion Permit against 4.4 for Ex Astris. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 519 and 267 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 40% of Potion Permit's written reviews are positive against 66% of Ex Astris's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Potion Permit versus Ex Astris: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPotion PermitEx Astris
Price$6.99 — better$9.99
Rating4.4 (519 ratings)4.4 (267 ratings)
Positive reviews40.4% of reviews65.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings519 — better267
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
Best chart rank#57 — better#89
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size477 MB3.7 GB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperPlaydigiousGRYPH FRONTIER PTE.LTD.

Customer experience

Potion Permit

All ratings519 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral4.8%
Negative9.4%
Written reviews399 reviews
Positive40.4%
Neutral16.5%
Negative43.1%

Ex Astris

All ratings267 ratings
Positive84.3%
Neutral5.6%
Negative10.1%
Written reviews313 reviews
Positive65.8%
Neutral13.1%
Negative21.1%

User reviews

Potion Permit

From 519 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 💎 Great atmosphere and relaxing gameplay
  • 👍 Cute and charming visuals
  • 🎨 Enjoyable story and characters

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
  • 🔍 UI/UX problems on mobile devices
  • ⏱️ Lack of frequent autosave

Ex Astris

From 267 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Seamless combat system
  • 🎨 Breathtaking graphics and art style
  • 💰 Great value for a one-time purchase
  • 🌟 Captivating story and world-building
  • 🎮 Engaging turn-based gameplay

Room to improve

  • 🔇 Inconsistent audio/sound issues
  • 📜 Unclear story and lore explanations
  • 🕹️ Lack of controller support
  • 🌐 Requires internet connection to play
  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches

Bugs and requests

Potion Permit

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inability to exit certain menus
  • Fishing mini-game not functioning properly
  • Potion quests not triggering correctly

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add more customization options for player character
  • Implement a manual save feature
  • Improve performance and reduce crashes

Ex Astris

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Game freezes at startup for some users
  • Second fight cannot be progressed through
  • Ziplines outside trade center are bugged
  • Dialogue text pacing issues

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add controller support
  • Improve story explanations and lore
  • Implement offline play mode
  • Add English voice-over option
  • Provide more in-depth tutorial for combat

In-app purchases

None

Potion Permit

No in-app purchases

None

Ex Astris

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Potion Permit free?
Potion Permit costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ex Astris free?
Ex Astris costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Potion Permit or Ex Astris?
Potion Permit and Ex Astris are both rated 4.4 out of 5 on the App Store, from 519 and 267 ratings respectively.
Do Potion Permit or Ex Astris have ads?
Neither Potion Permit nor Ex Astris shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Potion Permit or Ex Astris?
Potion Permit ships an update every 3 weeks, and Ex Astris every 3 weeks. Most recently, Potion Permit was updated on September 22, 2026 and Ex Astris on September 24, 2026.
Which is more popular, Potion Permit or Ex Astris?
Potion Permit currently peaks at #57 in the App Store charts, and Ex Astris at #89. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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