Comparison

Mouse for Cats vs Games for Cats!

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Mouse for Cats

A 2D game designed for feline entertainment, featuring animated mice with various sounds and movements to capture their attention. Offers multiple levels and mini-games, with options for enhanced features through in-app purchases.

Highlights
  • 11 unique mouse levels
  • Animated mice with sounds
  • Mini-games after 100 hits
  • Multi-mouse mode for multiple cats
  • Customizable mouse sets
  • Adjustable speed and level order
Features
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Mouse for Cats is legendary 2D game for cats. Catch the mouse in original HDR graphics. There are 11 different, interesting and exciting mouse levels! Game is built, timed and optimized for cats! Three mini-games after each 100 hits. Mice are all in different colors with animated shape, irritating tail moves and sounds so your cat pays a serious attention to the game. Important: This is game FOR CATS - NOT FOR DOGS! please READ How To use this app for cats bellow. *** Game contains free squeak sounds - you must hear test sounds while tapping on Squeak menu entry. !! Verify that your device is capable to play mice sounds before you buy unlocks !! If you can't hear any sounds, check your Ringer switch, Effect volume, close all apps or reset device setting. if problem remains, please contact us with your device model and iOS version. *** Full version offers: ------------------ - Multi Mouse Mode (1,2,4) - 4 mice for more cat players! - Select your cat's favorite set of mice, all mice, or just single mouse - Premium Queeny mouse - Premium Robo mouse - Mice sounds - Random mouse level order - Vibrations (iPhone) - Mouse level speed selector - Screen unlocked forever. - no Ads. * this game for cats helps to keep your cats happy and playful, do not leave them alone just with tablet, play with them anyway * Please read HOWTO use this app for cats: ---------------------------------------- - check if there are no disturbing REFLECTIONS from the cats angle of view. - if your cat constantly switching between apps, disable MULTITASKING gestures in your iPad settings (cat paw contains more segments it is like 5 figers...). - adjust BRIGHTNESS - remember that cat needs lower values (10-40%). - game has "Back to Menu button" - Minimize and restore app and Menu button will appear for 5 seconds. This game for cats is recommended for active indoor cats. Kittens always jump in action instantly, older or outdoor cats may ignore game, they know it is virtual, you can try it later ideally when your cat gets in hunters mood, mostly about 3am :)) PLEASE REMEMBER: Your CAT IS NOT ROBOT nor TOY with button to activate chase mode. Respect their nature and don't expect that they will do exactly what you have seen on YouTube videos ;) Mouse for Cats is free game for cats, 11 different mouse skins for every round. Offers more fun than just single laser point... You can support us by purchasing in-app Unlocks and you will get unlocked Mouse for Cats with real sounds, premium mice, multi mouse, set random or favorite mouse, speed, level order. This game for cats is only for cats, please note: SKINS ARE NOT REAL, MICE ARE NOT REAL :) As the real rubber toy is not real mouse and even does not squeak like the real mouse, mice in this game are toys and they are colored for cats - not for humans, same applies for selected sounds - everything was massively tested and it is interesting action game for most cats. TIP: Try tap on mouse and move it around to get cat interested in game. Show how to tap on screen, they should follow you. Our cat testers reaching score above 100 in few moments, some of them are able to recognize Mouse for Cats icon and start whole application from the iPad home screen!! You can try it even on small iPhone, there were nice results too, but game runs best on iPad with retina display. ! To prevent scratches on the backside of the device, please do not put your device on the hard surface without protection cover! Carpet or bed are best and safest places. Cat may have some hard particles on the paws - protection film or tempered glass are recommended too. ! free 3D GAMES FOR CATS: https://youtu.be/31ZrpgtpW74 ! -- Mouse in Cheese -- ! ! -- Fish for Casts -- ! we are cat lovers = our games for cats are free. You can support development by purchasing extended features or just by 5-stars rating on AppStore ;) Thank you. - #MouseforCats team - https://www.youtube.com/mouseforcats

About

Games for Cats!

Engage your feline friend with a collection of interactive games designed to mimic prey. Watch your cat chase virtual mice, fish, birds, and laser pointers, earning points as they play. Offers a free version with optional premium features via subscription.

Highlights
  • Six interactive cat games
  • Chase virtual prey (mouse, fish, bird, laser)
  • Score tracking for catches
  • Exciting sounds
  • 2x prey feature
  • Suitable for dogs too
Features
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Games for Cats! is an all-new collection of six games designed especially for cats. Choose a level and get ready to watch your cat chase a laser pointer, mouse, fish, bird and more! How to play Games for Cats!: • Place your iPad or iPhone on a flat surface near your cat. • Choose a level • Enjoy watching your kitten chase laser pointers, mice, fish, birds, insects or birds and score points! FEATURES: • Many levels packed full with fun: Cat Fishing, Laser Pointers, Mouse Chase, Bird Catch, Squirrel Hunt & Fly Frenzy • Exciting sounds to keep your cats attention • Score that increases by every catch your cat makes • Double the prey for your cat with the 2x feature! Choose one of the many cat games and see how many points your cat can rack up by chasing lasers, a mouse and a fish or insect! Keep your kitty and friends entertained for hours on end with this exciting cat game! Feel free to try it out with your pet dog as well! Many people say this is a great game for dogs and pups as well! - Premium packs & features Subscription: Our app offers an auto-renewing subscription option for full access. Once you've confirmed your order, the payments will be charged to your account, at the right price for your country. The subscription will automatically renew at its end date. You can stop the automatic renewal at any time. To avoid the renewal, cancel it at least 24h before the end of the date of your subscription. No refund is available for unused time. If you don't choose to purchase full access, you can simply continue using Games for Cats! for free. Terms: https://kalissonstudios.com/terms Privacy: https://kalissonstudios.com/privacy

Screenshots

Mouse for Cats4 screens
Games for Cats!4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Mouse for Cats at 77% against Games for Cats!'s 17%. Mouse for Cats also leads on rating (4.1 vs 3.5) and ads (none vs shown). Games for Cats!'s advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and chart position (#105 vs unranked). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Mouse for Cats sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Games for Cats! sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Mouse for Cats holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Games for Cats! has 6.5K ratings behind it against 961, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of Mouse for Cats's written reviews are positive against 17% of Games for Cats!'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mouse for Cats ships an update every 2 months, Games for Cats! every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Mouse for Cats versus Games for Cats!: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMouse for CatsGames for Cats!
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (961 ratings) — better3.5 (6.5K ratings)
Positive reviews77.1% of reviews — better17.0% of reviews
Number of ratings9616.5K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank—#105 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size182 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPetr VanekMatas Cuplinskas

Customer experience

Mouse for Cats

All ratings923 ratings
Positive75.6%
Neutral5.4%
Negative19.0%
Written reviews280 reviews
Positive77.1%
Neutral6.8%
Negative16.1%

Games for Cats!

All ratings6,038 ratings
Positive60.1%
Neutral5.0%
Negative34.9%
Written reviews938 reviews
Positive17.0%
Neutral3.8%
Negative79.2%

User reviews

Mouse for Cats

From 961 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Engaging and entertaining
  • 👍 Keeps cats entertained for hours
  • 🐱 Cats love the game
  • 🎮 Fun for both cats and owners
  • 💡 Unique and innovative concept

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Sound issues (no sound or inconsistent)
  • 🐱 Not all cats interested in the game
  • 🔒 Difficulty locking the screen, leading to accidental app exits
  • 🖥️ Ads covering important content

Games for Cats!

From 6.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🐱 Cats love the game
  • 🕹️ Engaging gameplay
  • 👍 Good for kittens and active cats

Room to improve

  • 💰 Paywall for additional games
  • 📺 Too many ads interrupting gameplay
  • 🤔 Cats not interested in the game
  • 🐛 Buggy and freezes often
  • 🔍 Unclear pricing and unlocking process

Bugs and requests

Mouse for Cats

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Sound not working on certain devices
  • Frequent app crashes or freezes
  • Inability to access menu options due to ad placement

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to lock the screen and prevent accidental app exits
  • More customization options (mouse speed, textures, etc.)
  • Improved sound effects and audio feedback

Games for Cats!

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Accidental purchases due to poor UI
  • Incompatibility issues on certain devices
  • Frequent crashes and freezes

Requested features

3 requests
  • More free game modes
  • Ability to customize game settings
  • Improved cat-friendly UI and controls

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Mouse for Cats

One-time1
  • Unlock all features$2.99
9 purchases

Games for Cats!

Subscriptions3
  • Unlock all modes & remove ads3 Days trial$9.993 Months
  • Unlock all modes & remove ads3 Days trial$17.993 Months
  • Unlock all modes & remove ads!3 Months trial$17.993 Months
One-time6
  • Unlock the Mouse!$8.99
  • Unlock the Fly!$8.99
  • Unlock the Fish!$8.99
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  • Unlock the Squirrel!$8.99
  • Unlock Bird!$8.99
  • Unlock all modes & remove ads$29.99

Questions

Is Mouse for Cats free?
Mouse for Cats is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Games for Cats! free?
Games for Cats! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mouse for Cats or Games for Cats!?
Mouse for Cats is rated higher. Mouse for Cats averages 4.1 out of 5 from 961 ratings, while Games for Cats! averages 3.5 from 6.5K ratings.
Do Mouse for Cats or Games for Cats! have ads?
Games for Cats! shows ads; Mouse for Cats does not.
Which is updated more often, Mouse for Cats or Games for Cats!?
Mouse for Cats ships an update every 2 months, and Games for Cats! every 3 weeks. Most recently, Mouse for Cats was updated on November 11, 2026 and Games for Cats! on November 12, 2026.

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