# INMOST vs Pine Hearts

The clearest difference is update cadence: Pine Hearts at every 5 days against INMOST's every 6 weeks. Pine Hearts also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs paid). INMOST's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.6) and ratings volume (761 vs 104). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. INMOST sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Pine Hearts sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

INMOST holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: INMOST has 761 ratings behind it against 104, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of INMOST's written reviews are positive against 72% of Pine Hearts's.

INMOST ships an update every 6 weeks, Pine Hearts every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | INMOST | Pine Hearts |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (761 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inmost/id6478596530/reviews)** | [4.6 (104 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pine-hearts/id6745611937/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **761** | 104 |
| Positive reviews | **81.2% of reviews** | 72.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 1.2 GB | 981 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Chucklefish Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1163786770) | [Secret Mode](https://appshunter.io/developer/1613352148) |

## What reviewers say

### INMOST

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inmost/id6478596530)

Embark on a dark, story-driven puzzle platformer adventure across two worlds. Play as three distinct characters, each with unique abilities, to explore an abandoned castle, solve intricate puzzles, and overcome dangerous enemies. Unravel a single, interconnected narrative filled with mystery and suspense.

**Highlights:** Three playable characters with unique gameplay, Interweaving story across two worlds, Puzzle-solving and environmental exploration, Stealth and combat mechanics, Pixel art aesthetic, 3 hours of gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Game Controller support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| -Purchase the full game- | $4.99 | one-time |
| -Purchase the full game- | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Unique and compelling story
- 👍 Stunning visuals and art style
- 💡 Meaningful themes and emotional impact
- 👍 Engaging and fun gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🔋 Potential progress loss issues

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing during gameplay
- Progress deletion without warning

**Requested features**

- More content and longer gameplay
- Improved save/load functionality


### Pine Hearts

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pine-hearts/id6745611937)

Embark on a cozy hiking adventure in a nature reserve, revisiting childhood memories and helping quirky characters. Explore diverse locations, solve gentle puzzles, and uncover a heartfelt story about family. This game offers a relaxing experience with extensive accessibility options.

**Highlights:** Heartfelt story about family loss, Explore a sunny Scottish-inspired setting, Diverse locations: beaches, caves, golf courses, Gentle puzzling and stress-free exploration, Whimsical characters and quests, Pet cute dogs and pat cool crabs, Comprehensive accessibility options

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Purchase Full Game | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌳 Relaxing and adventurous gameplay
- 👍 Unique and enjoyable story
- 💎 Fun puzzles and exploration
- 🎨 Beautiful graphics and world
- 🎶 Wonderful music and atmosphere

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Confusing navigation and getting lost
- 💰 Unclear pricing for full game
- 📱 Accessibility issues with touch controls
- 🕰️ Game feels unfinished or lacking content

**Reported bugs**

- Erratic and slow character movement
- Inability to save progress consistently

**Requested features**

- Longer gameplay and more content
- Improved navigation and map system
- Better accessibility options
- Clearer pricing and upgrade information


## Frequently asked questions

### Is INMOST free?

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

### Is Pine Hearts free?

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

### Which has better reviews, INMOST or Pine Hearts?

INMOST is rated higher. INMOST averages 4.9 out of 5 from 761 ratings, while Pine Hearts averages 4.6 from 104 ratings.

### Do INMOST or Pine Hearts have ads?

Neither INMOST nor Pine Hearts shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, INMOST or Pine Hearts?

INMOST ships an update every 6 weeks, and Pine Hearts every 5 days. Most recently, INMOST was updated on November 4, 2026 and Pine Hearts on November 5, 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.*