# Hoplite vs Nononaut

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Hoplite at 91% against Nononaut's 0%. Hoplite also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). Nononaut's advantage is price (Free vs $3.99). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Nononaut is free to download; Hoplite costs $3.99 up front. Nononaut sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Hoplite asks for nothing beyond the download.

Hoplite holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hoplite has 787 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 91% of Hoplite's written reviews are positive against 0% of Nononaut's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hoplite | Nononaut |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (787 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hoplite/id782438457/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nononaut/id6790879948/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **787** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **90.8% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Monetization | Paid | **Freemium** |
| Best chart rank | **#55** | — |
| Size | 39 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 18.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Douglas Cowley](https://appshunter.io/developer/782438460) | [ITHERSTA LLP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1692796711) |

## What reviewers say

### Hoplite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hoplite/id782438457)

**Currently charting:** #55 Top Paid · Puzzle, #90 Top Paid · Strategy (US App Store)

Engage in challenging turn-based tactical combat on small maps. Strategize your moves carefully to overcome procedurally generated levels and unlock upgrades. Compete with friends on leaderboards and test your skills in daily challenges.

**Highlights:** Turn-based tactical movement, Procedurally generated levels, Quest mode with upgrades, Challenge mode with daily challenges, Leaderboard rankings, Hard but fair gameplay

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple yet deep gameplay
- 👍 Addictive and challenging
- 🕹️ Elegant and intuitive controls
- 💎 Excellent value for money
- 🔍 Surprising depth and strategy

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or compatibility issues
- 🔧 Lack of landscape mode support
- 🔊 Mutes music/podcast playback
- 🕹️ Accidental moves due to controls

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on launch with certain OS versions
- Agility upgrade not functioning properly

**Requested features**

- More game modes or levels
- Customization options for the character
- Landscape mode support
- Ability to start at higher levels


### Nononaut

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nononaut/id6790879948)

This game combines logic puzzles with a roguelike adventure. Solve nonograms, navigate branching maps, and collect items that alter gameplay. Each run offers a unique experience with new challenges and decisions.

**Highlights:** Generated nonogram puzzles, Branching adventure maps, Collectible rule-bending items, Roguelike progression, Zen Mode and seeded runs, Automatic saves

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Nononaut Unlimited Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Nononaut Unlimited Yearly | $17.99 | per year |
| Nononaut Unlimited Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hoplite free?

Hoplite costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Nononaut free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Hoplite or Nononaut?

Hoplite is rated higher. Hoplite averages 4.7 out of 5 from 787 ratings, while Nononaut averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Hoplite or Nononaut have ads?

Neither Hoplite nor Nononaut 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.*