Comparison

Planet Builder vs Project Gatherwood

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Planet Builder

Create and evolve your own planets in this relaxing cosmic adventure. Gather resources, build diverse worlds, and discover quirky objects to bring your universe to life. Enjoy endless creative possibilities with upgrades and boosters.

Highlights
  • Planet creation and evolution
  • Resource gathering
  • Cosmic object collection
  • Planet upgrades and boosters
  • Idle gameplay
  • Universe building
Features
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Welcome to Planet Builder: Idle Evolution – the chill cosmic adventure where you get to play universe architect! Ever dreamt of shaping your own planets, sprinkling them with plants, trees, and maybe a few critters here and there? Well, buckle up because in this game, you're in charge of creating your very own cosmic playgrounds! So, what's the deal? Simple – gather resources, build planets, and watch 'em evolve right before your eyes! Whether you're into serene moonscapes or bustling civilizations, there's no limit to your cosmic creativity. And hey, who said you can't have a bit of fun while you're at it? Keep your eyes peeled for quirky objects floating around in space – collect 'em all and watch your universe come alive with a dash of cosmic charm! But wait, there's more! With upgrades and special boosters at your fingertips, you'll be zooming through the cosmos in no time. Speed up your resource gathering, supercharge your planet growth – the sky's not even the limit here! Planet Builder: Idle Evolution isn't just a game, it's a cosmic vacation for your soul. With its laid-back vibe and endless possibilities, it's perfect for unwinding after a long day or simply kicking back on a lazy afternoon. So, what are you waiting for? Grab your space suit, fire up the engines, and let's get building – the universe is waiting for your creative touch!

About

Project Gatherwood

Features
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Project Gatherwood is a vibrant, persistent online adventure that invites players to join a growing community living aboard a massive interstellar vessel. Steering away from the stress of typical survival games, this “cozy extraction” experience emphasizes working together to achieve personal and community goals. Players balance their time between the social and economic hum of life on the ship with cooperative missions to the lush planet surface below. Every resource gathered and mystery solved contributes to a unique narrative loop driven by the collective actions of the entire player community, ensuring the world feels alive and ever-evolving.

Screenshots

Planet Builder4 screens
Project Gatherwood4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Project Gatherwood at none against Planet Builder's 7. Project Gatherwood also leads on ads (none vs shown). Planet Builder's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Planet Builder sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Project Gatherwood asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Planet Builder versus Project Gatherwood: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlanet BuilderProject Gatherwood
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (14 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings14 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size705 MB1 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperOlha KolomiietsWinterpixel Games Inc

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Planet Builder

One-time7
  • Diamonds Pack$2.99
  • Starter Pack$2.99
  • Diamonds Pack$4.99
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  • Special Offer$4.99
  • No Ads$4.99
  • Coins Booster$9.99
  • Diamonds Pack$9.99
None

Project Gatherwood

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Planet Builder free?
Planet Builder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Project Gatherwood free?
Project Gatherwood is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Planet Builder or Project Gatherwood have ads?
Planet Builder shows ads; Project Gatherwood does not.

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