# Stellar vs Incremental ELM Quest 2

The clearest difference is ads: Incremental ELM Quest 2 at none against Stellar's shown. Incremental ELM Quest 2 also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and review sentiment (85% vs 69%). Stellar's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stellar sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Incremental ELM Quest 2 sells 16 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 Stellar against 4.6 for Incremental ELM Quest 2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 45 and 53 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 69% of Stellar's written reviews are positive against 85% of Incremental ELM Quest 2's.

Stellar ships an update weekly, Incremental ELM Quest 2 every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stellar | Incremental ELM Quest 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (45 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stellar-dominion/id6756269359/reviews)** | [4.6 (53 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/incremental-elm-quest-2/id6775551990/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 45 | **53** |
| Positive reviews | 69.2% of reviews | **84.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 161 MB | 192 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | +9 |
| Developer | [Enoxys](https://appshunter.io/developer/1859656809) | [Eric Marin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1886824253) |

## What reviewers say

### Stellar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stellar-dominion/id6756269359)

Build an interstellar empire from a single colony to galactic domination. Develop colonies, explore solar systems, research technologies, and engage with AI factions through diplomacy or warfare. Manage resources, build diverse fleets, and complete missions to unlock new features.

**Highlights:** Colony development and resource management, Interstellar exploration and colonization, Extensive technology tree, AI faction interaction (diplomacy/warfare), Diverse fleet building and combat, Resource trading and market management, Commander missions and achievements

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Star Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Constellation Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Founder Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Galaxy Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| VIP Pass | $12.99 | one-time |
| Admiral's Vault | $22.99 | one-time |


### Incremental ELM Quest 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/incremental-elm-quest-2/id6775551990)

Explore a world where elemental forces are merging, cataloging creatures and uncovering a deep mystery. This offline RPG features extensive progression systems, a vast bestiary, and a narrative told through field reports. Earn rewards even while offline.

**Highlights:** Catalog over 4000 unique creatures, Level up over 300 hero classes, Explore elemental portals, Offline progression, Narrative told through field journals, Deep progression systems

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cosmetic: D- Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Support Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Support Coffee | $4.99 | one-time |
| Cosmetic: S- Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Cosmetic: SS- Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Cosmetic: S+ Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Cosmetic: SS+ Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| Cosmetic: SSS- Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Cosmetic: SSS Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Cosmetic: SSS+ Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Cosmetic: Letter of Patronage | $9.99 | one-time |
| Support Lunch | $9.99 | one-time |
| Cosmetic: Founder's Edition | $19.99 | one-time |
| Support Dinner | $19.99 | one-time |
| Support Updates | $29.99 | one-time |
| Support Next Game | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stellar free?

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

### Is Incremental ELM Quest 2 free?

Incremental ELM Quest 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Stellar or Incremental ELM Quest 2?

Stellar is rated higher. Stellar averages 4.7 out of 5 from 45 ratings, while Incremental ELM Quest 2 averages 4.6 from 53 ratings.

### Do Stellar or Incremental ELM Quest 2 have ads?

Stellar shows ads; Incremental ELM Quest 2 does not.

### Which is updated more often, Stellar or Incremental ELM Quest 2?

Stellar ships an update weekly, and Incremental ELM Quest 2 every 4 days. Most recently, Stellar was updated on October 25, 2026 and Incremental ELM Quest 2 on October 25, 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.*