# Avatar Maker vs Neko

The clearest difference is rating: Neko at 4.0 against Avatar Maker's 2.3. Neko also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3). Avatar Maker's advantage is review sentiment (27% vs 0%) and ratings volume (530 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Avatar Maker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Neko asks for nothing beyond the download.

Neko holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Avatar Maker has 530 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 27% of Avatar Maker's written reviews are positive against 0% of Neko's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 8, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Avatar Maker | Neko |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (530 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avatar-maker-oc-creator/id6760891694/reviews) | **[4.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neko-pixel-cat-drums-and-widget/id6791514672/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **530** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **26.9% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Ad-supported |
| Best chart rank | **#114** | — |
| Size | 221 MB | 107 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [Nam Tran Van](https://appshunter.io/developer/1823171023) | [OUADIE ZERHOUNI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1860987626) |

## What reviewers say

### Avatar Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avatar-maker-oc-creator/id6760891694)

**Currently charting:** #114 Top Free · Graphics & Design (US App Store)

Design unique characters and avatars with extensive customization options. Choose from various styles, outfits, and accessories to bring your creative ideas to life. Save and share your creations easily.

**Highlights:** Personal avatar maker, Customize face, hair, outfits, accessories, Multiple styles (cute, cool, fantasy), Discover and get inspired by characters, Save and share creations

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Lifetime - Avatar Maker | $9.99 | one-time |


### Neko

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neko-pixel-cat-drums-and-widget/id6791514672)

This app features a charming pixel art cat that lives on your home screen. Interact with her through various gestures to elicit unique reactions and track your relationship through a mood system. Discover over 50 hidden habits and expressions in her journal.

**Highlights:** Lives on home screen widget, Hand-designed retro pixel art, 30+ unique pixel expressions, Mood system tracks relationship, Journal of discovered habits, Multiple kitten palettes and styles

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Avatar Maker free?

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

### Is Neko free?

Neko is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Avatar Maker or Neko?

Neko is rated higher. Avatar Maker averages 2.3 out of 5 from 530 ratings, while Neko averages 4.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Avatar Maker or Neko have ads?

Both Avatar Maker and Neko show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Avatar Maker or Neko?

Avatar Maker ships an update every 3 weeks, and Neko every 3 weeks. Most recently, Avatar Maker was updated on November 8, 2026 and Neko on November 8, 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.*