# Starbase Chill vs Gnomes Inc.

The clearest difference is rating: Gnomes Inc. at 4.9 against Starbase Chill's 4.3. Gnomes Inc. also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.5). Starbase Chill's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Starbase Chill sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Gnomes Inc. sells 17 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Gnomes Inc. holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 8 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Starbase Chill | Gnomes Inc. |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/starbase-chill/id6478611890/reviews) | **[4.9 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gnomes-inc/id6737599109/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **8** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 3 MB | 130 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.5 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Joshua Kaden](https://appshunter.io/developer/417845202) | [Martin Dirks](https://appshunter.io/developer/1462910517) |

## What reviewers say

### Starbase Chill

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/starbase-chill/id6478611890)

Engage in a relaxed starbase simulation with no time pressure or objectives. Manage complex systems, explore vast space, and focus on what you find interesting in a peaceful, offline environment.

**Highlights:** Starbase management, Space exploration, No urgency or time limits, Offline single-device play, No score or victory conditions, Low-stress environment

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One dollar tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Two dollar tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Five dollar tip | $4.99 | one-time |


### Gnomes Inc.

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gnomes-inc/id6737599109)

Build a gnome empire by collecting items, merging them into new products, and hiring managers to optimize production. Earn cash while offline and unlock upgrades to become the ultimate gnome tycoon. Enjoy a charming story with cute gnome characters.

**Highlights:** Build a gnome empire, Merge items for new products, Hire and merge managers, Earn offline cash, Unlock research upgrades, Collect cute gnome characters

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 diamonds | $1.99 | one-time |
| 50 Box Opener | $1.99 | one-time |
| Best value offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| 100 Ultra Token (3 stars) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Manager Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| 300 diamonds | $4.99 | one-time |
| Mixed Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special offer with remove ads | $5.99 | one-time |
| Welcome Offer | $5.99 | one-time |
| Enable T4 autoplay everywhere | $7.99 | one-time |
| Permanently remove ads | $7.99 | one-time |
| 100 Ultra Token (4 stars) | $7.99 | one-time |
| 750 diamonds | $9.99 | one-time |
| Big Mixed Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| Top Manager Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1600 diamonds | $19.99 | one-time |
| Mega Offer | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Starbase Chill free?

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

### Is Gnomes Inc. free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Starbase Chill or Gnomes Inc.?

Gnomes Inc. is rated higher. Starbase Chill averages 4.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Gnomes Inc. averages 4.9 from 8 ratings.

### Do Starbase Chill or Gnomes Inc. have ads?

Gnomes Inc. shows ads; Starbase Chill does not.

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