# Space Waves vs NightClub Simulator

The clearest difference is monetization model: Space Waves at ad-supported against NightClub Simulator's free with in-app purchases. Space Waves also leads on chart position (#48 vs unranked) and ratings volume (67K vs 7.5K). NightClub Simulator's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Space Waves sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and NightClub Simulator sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. 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 Space Waves against 4.8 for NightClub Simulator. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Space Waves has 67K ratings behind it against 7.5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 61% of Space Waves's written reviews are positive against 65% of NightClub Simulator's.

Space Waves ships an update fortnightly, NightClub Simulator weekly. Both last shipped on November 11, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Space Waves | NightClub Simulator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (67K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-waves-crazygames/id6748645552/reviews) | **[4.8 (7.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nightclub-simulator/id6756350066/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **67K** | 7.5K |
| Positive reviews | 61.2% of reviews | **65.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#48** | — |
| Size | 206 MB | 756 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [CrazyGames.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/1145410933) | [HYPERCELL SIA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1733274635) |

## What reviewers say

### Space Waves

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-waves-crazygames/id6748645552)

**Currently charting:** #48 Top Free · Racing (US App Store)

Dash through a geometric space environment, testing your reflexes and timing across over 80 challenging levels. This rhythm-based arcade game requires precision to navigate obstacles and master flowing momentum. Enjoy addictive gameplay with instant restarts and smooth controls.

**Highlights:** 80+ handcrafted geometric levels, Rhythm-based movement, Precision reflex challenges, Instant restarts, Smooth, responsive controls, Increasing difficulty

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gem Pouch | $1.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Power Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Bundle: Offline Play and No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Offline Play | $2.99 | one-time |
| Gem Bag | $4.99 | one-time |
| Mega Power Bundle | $5.99 | one-time |
| Gem Chest | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐️ Amazing game
- 🎶 Nice and chilling soundtrack
- 👍 Fun and enjoyable
- ⭐️ Awesome game
- 👍 Easy and relaxing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Too many bots and ads
- 🤖 Crazy amount of ads and bots
- 🤖 Ads after every level
- 🤖 Ads are a consistent issue
- 🤖 Have to watch ads to continue

**Reported bugs**

- Unresponsive controls
- Levels are impossible
- Levels are too hard

**Requested features**

- More music options
- Level editor
- Harder levels


### NightClub Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nightclub-simulator/id6756350066)

Experience the intense energy of a living nightclub. Engage in fast-paced fights, dance on the floor, and interact with characters. This action-packed simulator features a story-driven progression and multiple game modes for challenging combat and reaction skills.

**Highlights:** Close combat and fast-paced fights, Dance on the floor, Interact with characters, Story-driven progression, Spawn and Angry game modes, Optimized mobile controls

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Gun Pack | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Space Waves free?

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

### Is NightClub Simulator free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Space Waves or NightClub Simulator?

NightClub Simulator is rated higher. Space Waves averages 4.7 out of 5 from 67K ratings, while NightClub Simulator averages 4.8 from 7.5K ratings.

### Do Space Waves or NightClub Simulator have ads?

Both Space Waves and NightClub Simulator show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Space Waves or NightClub Simulator?

Space Waves ships an update fortnightly, and NightClub Simulator weekly. Most recently, Space Waves was updated on November 11, 2026 and NightClub Simulator on November 11, 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.*