# Splash vs ColdTrace

Splash and ColdTrace both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 95% of Splash's written reviews are positive against 33% of ColdTrace's. Splash also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (21K vs 5.3K). ColdTrace's advantage is chart position (#104 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Splash sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and ColdTrace sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Splash against 4.8 for ColdTrace. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 21K and 5.3K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 95% of Splash's written reviews are positive against 33% of ColdTrace's.

Splash ships an update weekly, ColdTrace every 5 days. Both last shipped on September 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Splash | ColdTrace |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (21K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/splash-impostor-game/id6744290388/reviews) | **[4.8 (5.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coldtrace-cold-case-mystery/id6762513021/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **21K** | 5.3K |
| Positive reviews | **95.0% of reviews** | 33.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#104** |
| Size | 390 MB | 249 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Cranberry Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/820491345) | [Saclic Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1764090240) |

## What reviewers say

### Splash

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/splash-impostor-game/id6744290388)

This app brings popular viral party games, like "Who's the Impostor?", into one easy-to-use platform. Designed for quick play and simple rules, it's perfect for gatherings of 3 to 12 people, offering a fun social experience for game nights.

**Highlights:** Viral party game collection, Easy to learn and quick to play, Supports 3-12 players, Ideal for parties and friend gatherings, Includes 'Who's the Impostor?' game

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Splash Plus | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Splash Plus | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Splash Plus | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Splash Plus | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Splash Plus | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Splash Plus | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Splash Plus | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Splash Plus | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Splash Plus | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Splash Plus | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Splash Plus | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Splash Plus | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Splash Plus | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Splash Plus | $8.99 | per year |
| Splash Plus | $12.99 | per year |
| Splash Plus | $17.99 | per year |
| Splash Plus | $22.99 | per year |
| Splash Plus | $24.99 | per year |
| Splash Plus | $24.99 | per year |
| Splash Plus | $17.99 | one-time |
| Splash Plus | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 🙂 Great for playing with friends and family
- 💡 Unique and creative concept

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔍 Limited game content and variety

**Reported bugs**

- Sentences sometimes cut off
- Ugly AI art

**Requested features**

- More game modes and categories
- Improved AI and difficulty levels


### ColdTrace

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coldtrace-cold-case-mystery/id6762513021)

**Currently charting:** #104 Top Free · Entertainment, #117 Top Grossing · Entertainment (US App Store)

Step into a simulated phone to solve a fictional cold case. Explore messages, photos, and notes to piece together a layered narrative and uncover the truth behind a mysterious event. Your choices and pace shape the investigation.

**Highlights:** Simulated phone interface exploration, Uncover layered narrative, Piece together timeline, Investigate messages, photos, notes, Multiple investigation threads, Fictional true crime experience

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cold Trace | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| ColdTrace Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| ColdTrace Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| ColdTrace Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| ColdTrace | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly Trial | $34.99 | per year |
| TrueCrime Yearly 2 | $34.99 | per year |
| ColdTrace Yearly | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Splash free?

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

### Is ColdTrace free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Splash or ColdTrace?

ColdTrace is rated higher. Splash averages 4.7 out of 5 from 21K ratings, while ColdTrace averages 4.8 from 5.3K ratings.

### Do Splash or ColdTrace have ads?

ColdTrace shows ads; Splash does not.

### Which is updated more often, Splash or ColdTrace?

Splash ships an update weekly, and ColdTrace every 5 days. Most recently, Splash was updated on September 27, 2026 and ColdTrace on September 27, 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.*