# Mouse for Cats vs Games for Cats!

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 (#96 vs unranked). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mouse for Cats | Games for Cats! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (961 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mouse-for-cats/id766080574/reviews)** | [3.5 (6.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/games-for-cats/id1394742877/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 961 | **6.5K** |
| Positive reviews | **77.1% of reviews** | 17.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | — | **#96** |
| Size | 182 MB | 48 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Petr Vanek](https://appshunter.io/developer/766080577) | [Matas Cuplinskas](https://appshunter.io/developer/1517098197) |

## What reviewers say

### Mouse for Cats

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mouse-for-cats/id766080574)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all features | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/games-for-cats/id1394742877)

**Currently charting:** #96 Top Free · Family (US App Store)

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:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all modes & remove ads | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Unlock all modes & remove ads | $17.99 | per 3 months |
| Unlock all modes & remove ads! | $17.99 | per 3 months |
| Unlock the Mouse! | $8.99 | one-time |
| Unlock the Fly! | $8.99 | one-time |
| Unlock the Fish! | $8.99 | one-time |
| Unlock the Squirrel! | $8.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Bird! | $8.99 | one-time |
| Unlock all modes & remove ads | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*