CAT ALONE vs Laser Pointer for Cats
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CAT ALONE
This app provides interactive entertainment for cats, allowing them to chase and catch various animated objects on a tablet or phone. It features multiple stages with different graphics and sounds, and can even capture photos of your cat's playful moments.
- Interactive cat toy
- Multiple chase objects
- Selfie mode for photos
- 10 stages with unique graphics
- Sound effects
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CAT ALONE - Toy for your lovely cats Just leave your cat alone with your iPad or iPhone and let your cat try to chase and catch various objects in this toy. With the newly added Selfie mode on, you can even save a photo of your cat's hunting moments. This lovely cat game app presents 10 stages with brilliant graphic and typical sound for each. - Laser pointer - Ladybug - Finger - Lizard - Fly - Cat snack - Snow flake - Butterfly - Cockroach - Larva - Water strider * Some cats may not play with this game. ** Physical damage such as scratches or breakage of the device may occur infrequently if the cat plays very vigorously.
Laser Pointer for Cats
Interactive games designed to keep feline companions entertained and active. Features include chasing mice, fish, birds, and laser-style targets on screen. Adjust game settings to match your cat's energy level for engaging playtime.
- Interactive chasing games
- Targets like mice, fish, and birds
- Adjustable game settings
- Bright and smooth visuals
- Playful sound effects
- Designed for indoor cats
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Games for Cats is made to keep your cat entertained, curious, and active with simple interactive games designed around the things cats love most: moving mice, swimming fish, flying birds, laser-style targets, and fast little objects they can chase with their paws. Whether your cat is playful, lazy, young, or just needs something new to explore, the app gives them a fun way to stay engaged at home. Place your device on a safe flat surface, choose a game, and watch your cat tap, chase, and react to every movement on the screen. The games are bright, smooth, and easy for cats to follow. You can adjust the experience depending on your cat’s energy level, making it perfect for quick play sessions or longer moments of entertainment. Games for Cats is great for: - Keeping indoor cats active - Giving your cat fun screen-time stimulation - Helping bored cats stay entertained - Creating cute and funny moments with your pet - Playing together and bonding with your cat - Letting your kitten practice chasing and tapping - With colorful visuals, playful sounds, and cat-friendly motion, every game is built to catch your cat’s attention and make playtime more exciting. Give your cat a new favorite game today. Subscription Plans: Weekly Plan: $4.99/week (Free Trial) Yearly Plan: $24.99/year Legal Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/gamesforcatsprivacy Terms of Service: https://sites.google.com/view/games-for-cats-terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: CAT ALONE at 4.7 against Laser Pointer for Cats's 3.0. CAT ALONE also leads on ratings volume (30 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). Laser Pointer for Cats's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support 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
Both are free to download. CAT ALONE sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Laser Pointer for Cats asks for nothing beyond the download.
CAT ALONE holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CAT ALONE has 30 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
CAT ALONE ships an update every 6 weeks, Laser Pointer for Cats monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CAT ALONE | Laser Pointer for Cats |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (30 ratings) — better | 3.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 73.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 30 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Monthly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Subscription |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 135 MB | 38 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | GALBRO INC. | HALIMA BELMATRAG |
Customer experience
CAT ALONE
Laser Pointer for Cats
Bugs and requests
CAT ALONE
Reported bugs
9 issues- Privacy policy link expired
- Report app issues link expired
- Ads automatically open App Store
- Some games close out unexpectedly
- Cannot change items/insects easily
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- No sound on certain devices (iPad, iPhone)
- iPad crashes when clicking on something
- Lizard tails don't detach
- Payment issues/unexpected charges
Requested features
5 requests- More animal options (snakes, mice, fish)
- Add a string or rope to chase
- Cat Alone 3 with new features
- More options for pets
- Make ads shorter
Laser Pointer for Cats
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
CAT ALONE
- No Ads$0.99
Laser Pointer for Cats
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is CAT ALONE free?
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