# Predator Nation vs Derby Auction

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Derby Auction at none against Predator Nation's 19. Derby Auction also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 10 months) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Predator Nation's advantage is ratings volume (11 vs 1). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Predator Nation sells 19 one-off in-app purchases. Derby Auction asks for nothing beyond the download.

Derby Auction holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Predator Nation has 11 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Predator Nation ships an update every 10 months, Derby Auction every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Predator Nation | Derby Auction |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/predator-nation/id673529081/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/derby-auction/id6749042246/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **11** | 1 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 26 MB | 123 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [KSE Sportsman Media, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/386234089) | [Handbid](https://appshunter.io/developer/433831142) |

## What reviewers say

### Predator Nation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/predator-nation/id673529081)

Experience the excitement of predator hunting across continents, from foxes to wild exotics. Learn advanced calling techniques and discover the latest gear from top experts.

**Highlights:** Global predator hunting, Expert hunting advice, Calling techniques, Gear reviews, Hunting stories

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

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Predator Nation #2 2012 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Predator Nation #1 2013 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Predator Nation #2 2013 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Predator Nation Winter/Spring 2014 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Predator Nation 2015 #1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Predator Nation 2015 #2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Predator Nation #2 Fall/Winter 2014 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Predator Nation 2016 #1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Predator Nation 2016 #2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Predator Nation 2018 #1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Hog Hunting 2022 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Predator Nation #2 2020 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Habitat 2022 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Predator Nation 2023 #2 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Predator Nation 2024 #1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Predator Nation 2026 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Predator Nation 2023 #1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Predator Nation 2025 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Predator Nation 2024 #2 | $9.99 | one-time |


### Derby Auction

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/derby-auction/id6749042246)

Participate in live auctions for competitive racing pigeons. View detailed pedigrees, race records, and images before bidding. Track your winnings and connect with a community of pigeon fanciers.

**Highlights:** Live pigeon auctions, View pedigrees and race records, High-quality pigeon images, Track winnings and purchases, Connect with pigeon fanciers, Secure and easy-to-use interface

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Predator Nation free?

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

### Is Derby Auction free?

Derby Auction is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Predator Nation or Derby Auction?

Derby Auction is rated higher. Predator Nation averages 4.6 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Derby Auction averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Predator Nation or Derby Auction have ads?

Neither Predator Nation nor Derby Auction shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Predator Nation or Derby Auction?

Predator Nation ships an update every 10 months, and Derby Auction every 3 weeks. Most recently, Predator Nation was updated on November 1, 2026 and Derby Auction on October 8, 2026.

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