# DEVICE 6 vs The Ensign

The clearest difference is update cadence: The Ensign at every 2 months against DEVICE 6's every 21 months. The Ensign also leads on price ($1.99 vs $3.99). On rating, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

DEVICE 6 costs $3.99 and The Ensign $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for DEVICE 6 against 4.6 for The Ensign. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 882 and 549 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 81% of DEVICE 6's written reviews are positive against 86% of The Ensign's.

DEVICE 6 ships an update every 21 months, The Ensign every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | DEVICE 6 | The Ensign |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | **$1.99** |
| Rating | [4.5 (882 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-6/id680366065/reviews) | **[4.6 (549 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-ensign/id908073488/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **882** | 549 |
| Positive reviews | 81.4% of reviews | **86.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 21 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #84 | **#76** |
| Size | 760 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 | 11.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | +12 |
| Developer | [Simogo AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/404446783) | [Amirali Rajan](https://appshunter.io/developer/736683064) |

## What reviewers say

### DEVICE 6

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

**Currently charting:** #84 Top Paid · Role Playing, #137 Top Paid · Adventure (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


### The Ensign

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-ensign/id908073488)

**Currently charting:** #76 Top Paid · Role Playing, #124 Top Paid · Adventure (US App Store)

Embark on a challenging narrative-driven adventure where your choices have dire consequences. This game offers a fully accessible experience for VoiceOver users, delivering a difficult yet rewarding gameplay loop.

**Highlights:** 100% VoiceOver playable, Challenging gameplay, Narrative-driven, No ads, No data collection, No in-app purchases

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Compelling story and world-building
- 🤖 Unique and challenging gameplay
- 🎮 Rewarding progression and sense of accomplishment
- 💎 Excellent prequel to A Dark Room
- 🧠 Encourages strategic thinking and decision-making

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤯 Extremely difficult and punishing at times
- 🔁 Frustrating to restart from the beginning after dying
- 🕹️ Lack of checkpoints or save options
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🧭 Unclear navigation and objectives at times

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashing when trying to collect loot
- Inconsistencies between item descriptions and inventory
- Saved progress being lost after closing the app

**Requested features**

- Ability to save progress and resume later
- Difficulty settings or optional modes
- More narrative depth and character development
- Improved accessibility and UI for visually impaired players


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DEVICE 6 free?

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

### Is The Ensign free?

The Ensign costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, DEVICE 6 or The Ensign?

The Ensign is rated higher. DEVICE 6 averages 4.5 out of 5 from 882 ratings, while The Ensign averages 4.6 from 549 ratings.

### Do DEVICE 6 or The Ensign have ads?

Neither DEVICE 6 nor The Ensign shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DEVICE 6 or The Ensign?

DEVICE 6 ships an update every 21 months, and The Ensign every 2 months. Most recently, DEVICE 6 was updated on September 24, 2026 and The Ensign on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, DEVICE 6 or The Ensign?

DEVICE 6 currently peaks at #84 in the App Store charts, and The Ensign at #76. 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.*