Comparison

Chillquarium vs 8BitMorphs

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

Head to head
About

Chillquarium

Build and manage a relaxing virtual aquarium. Collect over 180 unique fish species, discover rare variants, and expand your tank into a thriving underwater ecosystem. Earn profits even while offline and customize your dream aquarium.

Highlights
  • Collect 180+ unique fish species
  • Unlock rare and ultra-rare variants
  • Idle gameplay: earn money offline
  • Expand and upgrade aquarium
  • Customize tank and decorations
  • Relaxing visuals and day-night cycle
Features
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Build your dream aquarium in this relaxing idle collecting game. Chillquarium is a cozy aquarium simulation where you collect fish, grow your tank, and create a thriving underwater world. Buy fish, raise them in real time, and sell them for profit as you expand from a small starter tank into a massive aquarium filled with rare and exotic species. Discover ultra-rare color variants, complete your collection, and customize your tank to match your style. Whether you want to optimize your profits or simply relax and watch your fish, Chillquarium is designed to be both rewarding and calming. COLLECT, GROW, AND EXPAND Start with a simple aquarium and grow it into a vibrant underwater ecosystem. Collect over 180 unique fish species and unlock rare and ultra-rare variants for each one. Can you complete the full collection? IDLE AQUARIUM TYCOON GAMEPLAY Earn money even while you’re away. Your fish grow in real time, allowing you to build a profitable aquarium empire at your own pace. Manage your fish, optimize your tank, and expand your setup. DISCOVER RARE FISH & VARIANTS Open booster packs to unlock new fish and discover rare and exotic species. Hunt for ultra-rare color variants and build the ultimate collection. CUSTOMIZE YOUR DREAM AQUARIUM Design and personalize your aquarium with different layouts and decorations. Create a peaceful environment where your fish can thrive. RELAXING AND COZY EXPERIENCE Enjoy a calm and stress-free game with soft visuals and real-time day-night cycles. Perfect for players who love cozy games, idle games, and collecting experiences. FEATURES: - Collect 180+ unique fish species - Unlock rare and ultra-rare variants - Idle gameplay: earn money while offline - Expand and upgrade your aquarium - Open booster packs to discover new fish - Customize your tank and decorations - Relaxing visuals and real-time day-night cycle If you enjoy idle games, aquarium simulators, collecting games, or relaxing cozy experiences, Chillquarium is the perfect game for you.

About

8BitMorphs

A cozy pixel art game where you breed and collect virtual reptiles based on real genetics. Discover new morphs, manage your facility, and trade with other players in a live market. Participate in events and complete goals to earn rewards.

Highlights
  • Pixel art reptile breeding
  • Real reptile genetics simulation
  • Discover and collect morphs
  • Live player market for trading
  • Facility management and upgrades
  • Daily and weekly goals
  • Live events and offline progress
Features
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8BitMorphs is a cozy pixel ball python, hognose, leopard gecko and reptile breeding game based on real reptile genetics. Pair snakes and reptiles, incubate eggs, hatch new morphs, fill your Morph Dex, and grow your facility. Then sell and trade on the live player market! YOUR BREEDING LOOP • Breed compatible pairs and hatch eggs in the incubator • Discover combos and log every morph in the Morph Dex • Upgrade racks, incubators, and facility space as you grow • Feed, care for shedding snakes, and manage quarantine timers MARKET & SOCIAL • Sell to game market or list on the live player market • ISO (In Search Of) posts, auctions, and direct sales with other players • Add friends, chat, and gift snakes with invite links • Cloud save when you sign in HUNT HUB & GOALS • Free daily and weekly hatch goals with coin rewards • Career milestones and seasonal spotlights • Morph Gem hunts for Legendary designer combo achievements LIVE EVENTS • Reptile Show weekends with limited morph drops • Offline progress when you are away Premium Morph Gem packs and optional supporter membership are available in the in-app Premium Shop. Morph Gems can also be earned through play. Purchases are optional; the core breeding loop is free. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://8bitmorphs.com/privacy.html

Screenshots

Chillquarium4 screens
8BitMorphs4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Chillquarium at 414 against 8BitMorphs's 23. 8BitMorphs's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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. Chillquarium sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and 8BitMorphs sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Chillquarium against 4.8 for 8BitMorphs. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Chillquarium has 414 ratings behind it against 23, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 74% of Chillquarium's written reviews are positive against 80% of 8BitMorphs's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chillquarium ships an update daily, 8BitMorphs every 2 days. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Chillquarium versus 8BitMorphs: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChillquarium8BitMorphs
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (414 ratings)4.8 (23 ratings) — better
Positive reviews74.0% of reviews80.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings414 — better23
Update frequencyDaily — betterEvery 2 days
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size380 MB91 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSnapbreak Games ABJEREMIAH MANUEL VASQUEZ

Customer experience

Chillquarium

All ratings190 ratings
Positive92.6%
Neutral2.6%
Negative4.7%
Written reviews150 reviews
Positive74.0%
Neutral6.7%
Negative19.3%

8BitMorphs

All ratings23 ratings
Positive95.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative4.3%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Chillquarium

One-time5
  • Double Rainbow Odds$3.99
  • Double Offline Earnings$4.99
  • Remove Ads$4.99
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  • Double Fish Growth Speed$4.99
  • Deluxe pack$8.99
9 purchases

8BitMorphs

Subscriptions3
  • Moss Supporter$2.991 Month
  • Snek Supporter$4.991 Month
  • Peak Supporter$9.991 Month
One-time6
  • 100 Morph Gems$0.99
  • Starter Pack (600 Morph Gems)$1.99
  • 550 Morph Gems$4.99
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  • 1,200 Morph Gems$9.99
  • 2,500 Morph Gems$19.99
  • 7,000 Morph Gems$49.99

Questions

Is Chillquarium free?
Chillquarium is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 8BitMorphs free?
8BitMorphs is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Chillquarium or 8BitMorphs?
8BitMorphs is rated higher. Chillquarium averages 4.8 out of 5 from 414 ratings, while 8BitMorphs averages 4.8 from 23 ratings.
Do Chillquarium or 8BitMorphs have ads?
Both Chillquarium and 8BitMorphs show ads.
Which is updated more often, Chillquarium or 8BitMorphs?
Chillquarium ships an update daily, and 8BitMorphs every 2 days. Most recently, Chillquarium was updated on November 5, 2026 and 8BitMorphs on November 5, 2026.

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