# AnyLife vs PathLife

The clearest difference is review sentiment: AnyLife at 63% against PathLife's 0%. AnyLife also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.5) and ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AnyLife sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and PathLife sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

AnyLife holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AnyLife has 46 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of AnyLife's written reviews are positive against 0% of PathLife's.

AnyLife ships an update every 3 weeks, PathLife every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AnyLife | PathLife |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (46 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anylife-life-simulator/id6759067984/reviews)** | [3.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pathlife/id6769602618/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **46** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **62.5% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 171 MB | 402 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Maximilian Sebastian Meister](https://appshunter.io/developer/1876631472) | [PATHLIFE STUDIO LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/6821175715) |

## What reviewers say

### AnyLife

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anylife-life-simulator/id6759067984)

This text-based life simulator allows you to build a career, family, and fortune from humble beginnings. Make choices that shape your life, from education and relationships to business ventures and financial investments. Experience life year by year, across generations, and create your unique legacy.

**Highlights:** Text-based life simulation, Career and business management, Family and relationship building, Financial and investment simulation, Generational gameplay, Choice-driven narrative

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The Time Machine Single Use | $0.99 | one-time |
| Politician Job Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Support Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Investor Expansion Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| The Time Machine | $8.99 | one-time |
| Character Editor | $8.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass 1: Jungle Inferno | $8.99 | one-time |


### PathLife

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pathlife/id6769602618)

Shape your life story through a series of choices, from career and relationships to finances and family. Experience milestones, achieve goals, and explore different paths with each playthrough. Build your dream life and leave a lasting legacy.

**Highlights:** Age up year by year, Make life decisions, Balance happiness, health, relationships, finances, Build dream career, Fall in love and start a family, Earn, save, and invest money, Start and manage businesses, Travel and explore destinations

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Millionaire Start | $4.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Life Bundle | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AnyLife free?

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

### Is PathLife free?

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

### Which has better reviews, AnyLife or PathLife?

AnyLife is rated higher. AnyLife averages 4.5 out of 5 from 46 ratings, while PathLife averages 3.5 from 2 ratings.

### Do AnyLife or PathLife have ads?

PathLife shows ads; AnyLife does not.

### Which is updated more often, AnyLife or PathLife?

AnyLife ships an update every 3 weeks, and PathLife every 2 months. Most recently, AnyLife was updated on November 13, 2026 and PathLife on November 9, 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.*