# Pit Cat vs Shape Layer

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Shape Layer at none against Pit Cat's 1. Shape Layer also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Pit Cat's advantage is ratings volume (39 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pit Cat sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Shape Layer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Shape Layer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pit Cat has 39 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly daily. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pit Cat | Shape Layer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (39 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pit-cat/id6742226094/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shape-layer/id6779677296/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **39** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 71.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Daily | Daily |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 165 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Juan Manuel Altamirano Argudo](https://appshunter.io/developer/391953849) | [Hecka Technology, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/827511918) |

## What reviewers say

### Pit Cat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pit-cat/id6742226094)

Guide a sleepy black cat through 100 physics-based puzzle levels. Use creative mechanics and precise bounces to overcome traps, enemies, and obstacles to reach the goal safely. Perfect for players of all ages who enjoy clever challenges.

**Highlights:** 100 unique puzzle levels, Physics-based gameplay, Creative mechanics, Diverse enemies and obstacles, Charming atmosphere

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


### Shape Layer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shape-layer/id6779677296)

A calming spatial puzzle game where players fit, rotate, and overlap shapes to match layer requirements on a board. Offers both relaxed and timed gameplay modes, with hints and leaderboards for competitive play.

**Highlights:** Spatial puzzle gameplay, Shape fitting and rotation, Layer-based challenges, Casual and Timed modes, Hint system, Game Center leaderboards

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pit Cat free?

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

### Is Shape Layer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pit Cat or Shape Layer?

Shape Layer is rated higher. Pit Cat averages 4.6 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while Shape Layer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Pit Cat or Shape Layer have ads?

Both Pit Cat and Shape Layer show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pit Cat or Shape Layer?

Pit Cat ships an update daily, and Shape Layer daily. Most recently, Pit Cat was updated on October 3, 2026 and Shape Layer on September 19, 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.*