# HarvestStep vs Virtual Pet Simulator

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Virtual Pet Simulator at none against HarvestStep's 8. Virtual Pet Simulator also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). On price there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HarvestStep sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Virtual Pet Simulator asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | HarvestStep | Virtual Pet Simulator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/harveststep-cozy-walking-game/id6760596201/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **15** | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 52 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Star Synthesis LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1861985627) | [海涛 张](https://appshunter.io/developer/1894749044) |

## What reviewers say

### HarvestStep

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/harveststep-cozy-walking-game/id6760596201)

Transform your real-world steps into an in-game adventure. Walk to earn energy for fishing, mining, foraging, and collecting over 300 unique items. Upgrade tools, trade resources, and explore new biomes with cute pet companions.

**Highlights:** Convert steps to in-game energy, Collect 300+ unique items, Upgrade tools and collect hats, Trade and craft resources, Explore distinct biomes, Adopt Slime Pets for bonuses

**Features:** iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Membership - Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Membership - Annual | $15.99 | per year |
| Gem Pack - 100 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack - 600 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack - 1300 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack - 2700 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack - 7000 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack - 15000 | $99.99 | one-time |


### Virtual Pet Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-pet-simulator/id6767230099)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HarvestStep free?

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

### Is Virtual Pet Simulator free?

Virtual Pet Simulator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do HarvestStep or Virtual Pet Simulator have ads?

HarvestStep shows ads; Virtual Pet Simulator does not.

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