# SimpleRockets vs Pocket Galaxy

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pocket Galaxy at none against SimpleRockets's 5. Pocket Galaxy also leads on ratings volume (10K vs 683) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). SimpleRockets's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months) and price ($2.99 vs $3.99). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

SimpleRockets costs $2.99 and Pocket Galaxy $3.99 up front. SimpleRockets sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Pocket Galaxy asks for nothing beyond the download.

Pocket Galaxy holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pocket Galaxy has 10K ratings behind it against 683, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of SimpleRockets's written reviews are positive against 95% of Pocket Galaxy's.

SimpleRockets ships an update monthly, Pocket Galaxy every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SimpleRockets | Pocket Galaxy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$2.99** | $3.99 |
| Rating | [4.6 (683 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplerockets/id663068211/reviews) | **[4.8 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-galaxy-space-sandbox/id1214937203/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 683 | **10K** |
| Positive reviews | 85.1% of reviews | **95.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#149** |
| Size | 26 MB | 125 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jundroo, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/311852133) | [Pocket Labs UK](https://appshunter.io/developer/1214937202) |

## What reviewers say

### SimpleRockets

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplerockets/id663068211)

Design and build custom rocket ships with a variety of parts, then launch them into space to explore the solar system. Engage in challenges that test your engineering skills and learn about realistic orbital physics.

**Highlights:** Design custom rocket ships, Connect various parts and gizmos, Build rovers with wheels, Explore the solar system, Realistic orbital physics simulation, Engage in in-game challenges

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Angel Rocket Skin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cartoon Rocket Skin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Guardian Rocket Skin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lava Rocket Skin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Platinum Rocket Skin | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great game
- 🚀 Fun and addictive
- 🚀 Realistic physics
- 🚀 Awesome space simulation
- 🚀 Intuitive and easy to learn

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🐛 Unstable and unreliable
- 🐛 Difficult to build complex rockets
- 🐛 Lack of camera controls
- 🔧 Limited part selection

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on startup
- Rocket parts detaching mid-flight
- Docking and rendezvous issues
- Inconsistent controls and responsiveness
- Graphical glitches and visual bugs

**Requested features**

- More parts and customization options
- Improved rocket building and assembly
- Camera controls and different views
- Career mode or progression system
- Multiplayer or cooperative features


### Pocket Galaxy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-galaxy-space-sandbox/id1214937203)

**Currently charting:** #149 Top Paid · Simulation, #156 Top Paid · Action (US App Store)

Design and simulate your own solar systems and galaxies with realistic physics. Customize planets, stars, and orbits, then share your creations. Features smooth 3D graphics and a user-friendly interface.

**Highlights:** 3D galaxy sandbox, Realistic physics simulation, Planet and star customization, Smooth 3D graphics, User-friendly interface, Shareable creations

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Good game
- 👍 Fun and relaxing
- ⭐ Great for space enthusiasts
- 💎 Awesome for creating solar systems
- 🌟 Incredible graphics and physics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitchy orbits and collisions
- 🐛 Planets disappearing or resetting
- 🐛 Laggy performance with many objects
- 🔧 Difficult to control planet orbits
- 🔧 Limited customization options

**Reported bugs**

- Planets not staying in orbit
- Satellites and black holes causing UI issues
- Textures disappearing in planet selection
- Saved universes not loading correctly
- Inconsistent planet/star coloring after reloading

**Requested features**

- Add more celestial bodies (neutron stars, pulsars, etc.)
- Improve life simulation and terraforming mechanics
- Allow custom planet/star creation and editing
- Implement surface view and spaceship exploration
- Add more advanced simulation features (galaxy formation, etc.)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SimpleRockets free?

SimpleRockets costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Pocket Galaxy free?

Pocket Galaxy costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SimpleRockets or Pocket Galaxy?

Pocket Galaxy is rated higher. SimpleRockets averages 4.6 out of 5 from 683 ratings, while Pocket Galaxy averages 4.8 from 10K ratings.

### Do SimpleRockets or Pocket Galaxy have ads?

Neither SimpleRockets nor Pocket Galaxy shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SimpleRockets or Pocket Galaxy?

SimpleRockets ships an update monthly, and Pocket Galaxy every 2 months. Most recently, SimpleRockets was updated on October 16, 2026 and Pocket Galaxy on October 18, 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.*