# ColdCase vs Spylisa

The clearest difference is rating: Spylisa at 4.7 against ColdCase's 3.0. Spylisa also leads on ratings volume (758 vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). ColdCase's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ColdCase sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Spylisa sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Spylisa holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Spylisa has 758 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

ColdCase ships an update fortnightly, Spylisa every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ColdCase | Spylisa |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coldcase-online-detective/id6758562111/reviews) | **[4.7 (758 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spylisa/id6759598071/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **758** |
| Positive reviews | — | 22.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 162 MB | 214 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | +4 |
| Developer | [Zehra Koc](https://appshunter.io/developer/6823508420) | [Gregoire Girard](https://appshunter.io/developer/1832992665) |

## What reviewers say

### ColdCase

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coldcase-online-detective/id6758562111)

Engage in a story-driven detective game where you solve unsolved crime files. Analyze clues, question witnesses, and make critical decisions to uncover the truth. Your choices shape the outcome of each case.

**Highlights:** Story-driven gameplay, Unsolved crime cases, Clue analysis, Witness statements, Decision-based outcomes, Intuitive questioning

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| 500 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| 1,800 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| 5,000 Coins | $6.99 | one-time |


### Spylisa

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spylisa/id6759598071)

Step into the role of a digital detective and explore a simulated smartphone to uncover hidden truths. Investigate realistic phone environments filled with apps, conversations, and files to piece together the story behind mysterious events. Solve complex cases through logical deduction and immersive storytelling.

**Highlights:** Simulated smartphone investigation, Analyze apps, messages, photos, and files, Piece together fragmented information, Logical deduction and storytelling, Progress through complex cases

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Spylisa Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Spylisa Premium Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Spylisa Premium Yearly Trial | $17.99 | per year |
| Spylisa Premium | $17.99 | per year |
| Spylisa Premium Yearly Offer | $19.99 | per year |
| Spylisa Premium Yearly | $34.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ColdCase free?

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

### Is Spylisa free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ColdCase or Spylisa?

Spylisa is rated higher. ColdCase averages 3.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Spylisa averages 4.7 from 758 ratings.

### Do ColdCase or Spylisa have ads?

Spylisa shows ads; ColdCase does not.

### Which is updated more often, ColdCase or Spylisa?

ColdCase ships an update fortnightly, and Spylisa every 11 days. Most recently, ColdCase was updated on November 5, 2026 and Spylisa on October 31, 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.*