# WindDown vs Retro Cloud Player

The clearest difference is rating: WindDown at 5.0 against Retro Cloud Player's 3.5. WindDown also leads on ratings volume (8 vs 2). Retro Cloud Player's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

WindDown holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 2 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WindDown | Retro Cloud Player |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/winddown-daily-word-game/id6741785933/reviews)** | [3.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retro-cloud-player/id6747358193/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **8** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 18 MB | 70 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.6** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mobile Inspired Solutions LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1301414701) | [Julien Eyriès](https://appshunter.io/developer/414653864) |

## What reviewers say

### WindDown

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/winddown-daily-word-game/id6741785933)

Engage in a calming word puzzle game designed for mindful brain training and stress relief. Choose from three difficulty levels and enjoy a peaceful gaming experience. Track your progress, participate in monthly challenges, and share your results with friends.

**Highlights:** Daily word puzzles, 3 difficulty levels, Mindful design, Apple Watch support, Streak tracking, Monthly challenges, Puzzle archive

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Retro Cloud Player

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retro-cloud-player/id6747358193)

Play classic games on your Apple devices with this emulator. It utilizes iCloud for ROM storage and requires a companion app for collection management. A gamepad or keyboard is necessary for gameplay.

**Highlights:** Legacy gaming emulation, iCloud ROM storage, Libretro cores integration, Companion app for ROM management, Gamepad/keyboard support

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WindDown free?

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

### Is Retro Cloud Player free?

Retro Cloud Player is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, WindDown or Retro Cloud Player?

WindDown is rated higher. WindDown averages 5.0 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Retro Cloud Player averages 3.5 from 2 ratings.

### Do WindDown or Retro Cloud Player have ads?

WindDown shows ads; Retro Cloud Player does not.

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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.*