# Bliplings vs Hermit Crab Simulator

The clearest difference is rating: Hermit Crab Simulator at 5.0 against Bliplings's 4.6. Hermit Crab Simulator also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bliplings sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Hermit Crab Simulator sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Hermit Crab Simulator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 2 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bliplings | Hermit Crab Simulator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bliplings/id6799135193/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hermit-crab-simulator/id6812599378/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 208 MB | 112 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TRAVIS DARREN COX](https://appshunter.io/developer/6799135195) | [WYATT WAYNE KELLER](https://appshunter.io/developer/6811644441) |

## What reviewers say

### Bliplings

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bliplings/id6799135193)

Raise and collect unique virtual pets from egg to elder. Care for them, play games, and discover new forms. Unlock more creatures and surprises with an optional one-time purchase.

**Highlights:** Hatch and raise virtual pets, Discover new creature forms, Play games with your pets, Customize pet environments, Collect a variety of Bliplings, Optional full game unlock

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Game | $4.99 | one-time |


### Hermit Crab Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hermit-crab-simulator/id6812599378)

Create a tropical sanctuary for a virtual hermit crab. Collect shells, decorate habitats, and care for your companion. Enjoy a peaceful, ad-free experience with no subscriptions.

**Highlights:** Collect 44 unique shell designs, Decorate 12 environments with 29 items, Care for your hermit crab (feeding, misting, cleaning), Unlock up to five habitats, Earn daily rewards and save photos, Optional iCloud backup

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tiny Coin Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small Coin Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coin Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Large Coin Pack | $12.99 | one-time |
| Premium Coin Pack | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bliplings free?

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

### Is Hermit Crab Simulator free?

Hermit Crab Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Bliplings or Hermit Crab Simulator?

Hermit Crab Simulator is rated higher. Bliplings averages 4.6 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Hermit Crab Simulator averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Bliplings or Hermit Crab Simulator have ads?

Neither Bliplings nor Hermit Crab Simulator shows ads.

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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.*