# Mythos Explorer by ChatStick vs Redstring

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Redstring at 16.4 against Mythos Explorer by ChatStick's 26.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Mythos Explorer by ChatStick sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Redstring sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mythos Explorer by ChatStick | Redstring |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/redstring-ancient-mystery-map/id6790043505/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **3** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 18 MB | 57 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [ChatStick Company Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1165816085) | [Michael Dube](https://appshunter.io/developer/1858655640) |

## What reviewers say

### Mythos Explorer by ChatStick

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mythos-explorer-by-chatstick/id6762253802)

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mythos Explorer Premium | $2.99 | one-time |


### Redstring

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/redstring-ancient-mystery-map/id6790043505)

Explore a 3D globe featuring 305 real case files on ancient ruins, deep mysteries, and unexplained phenomena. Each location offers a brief overview and links to further research, presented with clear evidence labeling for informed exploration.

**Highlights:** Interactive 3D globe with 305 case files, Daily new file declassification, Meta-mystery 'Case Zero', Curated 'Threads' for guided exploration, Personal evidence wall ('The Board'), Offline playback of downloaded content

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Clearance — Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Clearance — Annual | $14.99 | per year |
| Clearance — Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mythos Explorer by ChatStick free?

Mythos Explorer by ChatStick is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Redstring free?

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

### Do Mythos Explorer by ChatStick or Redstring have ads?

Both Mythos Explorer by ChatStick and Redstring show ads.

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