# DEVICE 6 vs Meridian 157

The clearest difference is rating: Meridian 157 at 4.9 against DEVICE 6's 4.5. Meridian 157 also leads on update cadence (every 4 months vs every 21 months) and review sentiment (96% vs 81%). DEVICE 6's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

DEVICE 6 costs $3.99 and Meridian 157 $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Meridian 157 holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 884 and 3.2K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of DEVICE 6's written reviews are positive against 96% of Meridian 157's.

DEVICE 6 ships an update every 21 months, Meridian 157 every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DEVICE 6 | Meridian 157 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | $3.99 |
| Rating | [4.5 (884 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-6/id680366065/reviews) | **[4.9 (3.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/meridian-157-chapter-3/id1576148500/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 884 | **3.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 81.4% of reviews | **96.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 21 months | **Every 4 months** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#130** | #166 |
| Size | 760 MB | 755 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Simogo AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/404446783) | [NovaSoft Interactive Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1470338631) |

## What reviewers say

### DEVICE 6

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-6/id680366065)

**Currently charting:** #130 Top Paid · Role Playing (US App Store)

A surreal thriller where text serves as your map and narrator. Immerse yourself in an intriguing mystery of technology and neuroscience by reading, listening, and exploring three-dimensional photographs to solve puzzles and uncover secrets.

**Highlights:** Text-based navigation and narration, Interactive puzzles, 3D photographic elements, Intriguing mystery narrative, Exploration of technology and neuroscience themes, Unique blend of game and literature conventions

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Unique and immersive experience
- 🎨 Beautiful visuals and sound design
- 🤯 Clever and challenging puzzles
- 📚 Engaging and mysterious story
- 💡 Innovative use of mobile device features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕰️ Short gameplay length
- 🤔 Confusing or unclear puzzles
- 🙉 Lack of accessibility for hearing-impaired users
- 💰 Expensive for the amount of content

**Reported bugs**

- Sound not working on some devices
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Longer or more expansive story
- Difficulty settings or hints for puzzles
- Accessibility options like subtitles
- More games or sequels in a similar style


### Meridian 157

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/meridian-157-chapter-3/id1576148500)

**Currently charting:** #166 Top Paid · Puzzle (US App Store)

Embark on the thrilling conclusion of an island mystery. Explore ancient caverns and advanced labs to uncover a sinister project and prevent a global disaster. Solve challenging puzzles and unravel unsettling secrets in this epic adventure.

**Highlights:** Final and longest chapter, Unique and challenging puzzles, Immersive graphics, Custom ambient soundtrack, Two-tier hint system, Available in 9 languages, Color blind mode

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Immersive, engaging, and on par with or better than Riven
- 👍 Excellent graphics, story, and puzzles
- 👍 Challenging but fair puzzles
- 👍 Helpful hint system
- 👍 Atmospheric and creepy environment

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs or glitches, especially on iOS devices
- 🤔 Some puzzles were too obscure or illogical
- 🤔 Repetitive backtracking through large environments

**Reported bugs**

- Stacked boxes puzzle in Chapter 3 unplayable on iOS devices
- Occasional freezing or crashes reported

**Requested features**

- Option to turn off the Bunsen burner in the chemistry lab
- More varied puzzles and less repetition
- Ability to change difficulty settings mid-game


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DEVICE 6 free?

DEVICE 6 costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Meridian 157 free?

Meridian 157 costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, DEVICE 6 or Meridian 157?

Meridian 157 is rated higher. DEVICE 6 averages 4.5 out of 5 from 884 ratings, while Meridian 157 averages 4.9 from 3.2K ratings.

### Do DEVICE 6 or Meridian 157 have ads?

Neither DEVICE 6 nor Meridian 157 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DEVICE 6 or Meridian 157?

DEVICE 6 ships an update every 21 months, and Meridian 157 every 4 months. Most recently, DEVICE 6 was updated on October 26, 2026 and Meridian 157 on October 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, DEVICE 6 or Meridian 157?

DEVICE 6 currently peaks at #130 in the App Store charts, and Meridian 157 at #166. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*