# Kitty in the Box vs Nekosan

The clearest difference is rating: Nekosan at 4.6 against Kitty in the Box's 4.0. Nekosan also leads on review sentiment (83% vs 57%) and ratings volume (872 vs 125). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Kitty in the Box sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Nekosan sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Nekosan holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Nekosan has 872 ratings behind it against 125, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Kitty in the Box's written reviews are positive against 83% of Nekosan's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Kitty in the Box | Nekosan |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (125 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kitty-in-the-box/id876606824/reviews) | **[4.6 (872 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nekosan/id1148979232/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 125 | **872** |
| Positive reviews | 56.9% of reviews | **82.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 275 MB | 79 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mokuni LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/866640986) | [1Button SARL](https://appshunter.io/developer/388888785) |

## What reviewers say

### Kitty in the Box

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kitty-in-the-box/id876606824)

Guide adorable kitties as they learn to slide into boxes. Navigate challenging levels filled with delicious cakes, but be careful not to let them fall. Unlock new kitties and customize their looks on a flavorful journey.

**Highlights:** Guide kitties into boxes, Navigate cake-themed levels, Unlock new kitties, Customize kitty outfits, Share videos with friends

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sardine Pile | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Sardine Basket | $4.99 | one-time |
| Sardine Carton | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 😻 Adorable and cute cat designs
- 🎮 Addictive and fun gameplay mechanics
- 🎨 Good graphics and visual appeal
- 🐱 Variety of different cats to unlock
- 👕 Customizable cat outfits and accessories

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezing
- 📺 Excessive and intrusive advertisements
- 💔 Game no longer playable on newer devices
- 🔧 Poor compatibility with iOS/Android updates
- 😞 Declining quality compared to earlier versions

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes immediately upon opening
- Game kicks user out after 1-2 seconds
- Crashes during gameplay or when earning achievements
- Crashes when returning to menu
- Loading screen freezes indefinitely

**Requested features**

- Add more cat varieties and characters
- Expand accessory and outfit options
- Implement practice mode for specific obstacles
- Add different camera angles or perspectives
- Introduce more gameplay variety beyond jumping/sliding


### Nekosan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nekosan/id1148979232)

Guide a cat through challenging dungeons to retrieve stolen stars. Utilize one-finger controls for running, sliding, wall jumping, and flying across numerous levels. Embark on an adventure to reclaim what the mice have taken.

**Highlights:** Run, slide, wall jump, and fly mechanics, Dozens of challenging levels, One-finger control gameplay, Retrieve stolen stars, Infiltrate mouse dungeons

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pack of 9 Lives | $0.99 | one-time |
| Key | $0.99 | one-time |
| Maurice | $0.99 | one-time |
| Skip a Stage | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove All Ads | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 😻 Cute and adorable cat character
- 👍 Simple and intuitive one-tap controls
- 🕹️ Challenging and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Visually pleasing minimalist design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Unclear controls and lack of tutorial
- 💰 Frequent ads and intrusive monetization
- 🤯 Extremely difficult and frustrating levels
- 🐛 Crashes and performance issues after updates

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes on launch after recent update
- Inability to exit video ads without watching them
- Progress not saved after exiting the game

**Requested features**

- More levels and content updates
- Better tutorial and control explanation
- Option to remove ads for a one-time fee
- Restart button for quick retries


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Kitty in the Box free?

Kitty in the Box is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Nekosan free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Kitty in the Box or Nekosan?

Nekosan is rated higher. Kitty in the Box averages 4.0 out of 5 from 125 ratings, while Nekosan averages 4.6 from 872 ratings.

### Do Kitty in the Box or Nekosan have ads?

Both Kitty in the Box and Nekosan show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Kitty in the Box or Nekosan?

Kitty in the Box ships an update every 2 months, and Nekosan every 2 months. Most recently, Kitty in the Box was updated on October 29, 2026 and Nekosan on October 29, 2026.

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