# Star Sailors vs Annulus

The clearest difference is rating: Star Sailors at 4.8 against Annulus's 2.8. Star Sailors also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and review sentiment (58% vs 28%). Annulus's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Star Sailors sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Annulus sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Star Sailors holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Star Sailors has 909 ratings behind it against 23, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of Star Sailors's written reviews are positive against 28% of Annulus's.

Star Sailors ships an update weekly, Annulus every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Star Sailors | Annulus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (909 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/star-sailors-turn-based-rpg/id6749404408/reviews)** | [2.8 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/annulus/id6753971187/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **909** | 23 |
| Positive reviews | **57.5% of reviews** | 28.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 2.9 GB | 3.6 GB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Com2uS Holdings Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/646209316) | [HONGKONG NIRVANA LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1846026686) |

## What reviewers say

### Star Sailors

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/star-sailors-turn-based-rpg/id6749404408)

Embark on a turn-based RPG adventure in a fantasy world recovering from a magical catastrophe. Collect unique characters, strategize in dynamic battles with skill synergies and elemental advantages, and enjoy a satisfying progression system that balances casual play with deep JRPG elements.

**Highlights:** Turn-based battles with skill synergies, Collectible characters with unique stories, Anime-inspired visuals and animations, Strategic combat with elemental advantages, Sweep system for reduced grinding, Link system for immediate deployment

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 0.99 Package | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1.99 Package | $1.99 | one-time |
| 2.99 Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| 4.99 Package | $4.99 | one-time |
| 5.99 Package | $5.99 | one-time |
| 7.99 Package | $7.99 | one-time |
| 8.99 Package | $8.99 | one-time |
| 9.99 Package | $9.99 | one-time |
| 11.99 Package | $11.99 | one-time |
| 19.99 Package | $19.99 | one-time |


### Annulus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/annulus/id6753971187)

Lead a mercenary legion in a dark fantasy world, collecting and training units. Engage in tactical battles across a turbulent continent for survival and glory. Features stunning Unreal Engine visuals and deep strategic gameplay.

**Highlights:** Mercenary collection and training, Tactical combat, Dark fantasy setting, Unreal Engine visuals, Legion building, Resource management

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Admiration Offering Pact | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Offering Pact | $2.99 | per month |
| Devotion Offering Pact | $14.99 | per 6 months |
| Scaled Fossil 6 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Scaled Fossil x30 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Scaled Fossil x98 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Scaled Fossil x198 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Scaled Fossil x328 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Scaled Fossil x648 | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Star Sailors free?

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

### Is Annulus free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Star Sailors or Annulus?

Star Sailors is rated higher. Star Sailors averages 4.8 out of 5 from 909 ratings, while Annulus averages 2.8 from 23 ratings.

### Do Star Sailors or Annulus have ads?

Star Sailors shows ads; Annulus does not.

### Which is updated more often, Star Sailors or Annulus?

Star Sailors ships an update weekly, and Annulus every 5 days. Most recently, Star Sailors was updated on November 8, 2026 and Annulus on November 5, 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.*