# Kitty in the Box vs Flippy Pancake

The clearest difference is rating: Flippy Pancake at 4.6 against Kitty in the Box's 4.0. Flippy Pancake also leads on ratings volume (1.1K vs 125). Kitty in the Box's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months). On price, review sentiment, 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 Flippy Pancake sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Flippy Pancake holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flippy Pancake has 1.1K 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 62% of Flippy Pancake's.

Kitty in the Box ships an update every 2 months, Flippy Pancake every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Kitty in the Box | Flippy Pancake |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (125 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kitty-in-the-box/id876606824/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flippy-pancake/id1454503186/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 125 | **1.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 56.9% of reviews | **62.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 275 MB | 205 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Mokuni LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/866640986) | [Full Fat Productions Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/374306144) |

## 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


### Flippy Pancake

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flippy-pancake/id1454503186)

Master the art of pancake flipping in this engaging game. Tap and hold to cook, then time your release perfectly to flip, rotate, and land pancakes in various pans. Aim for targets, unlock new items, characters, and locations as you progress.

**Highlights:** Tap and hold to cook, Precise release timing for flips, Multiple pans and rotations, Unlockable items and characters, Explore new locations, High score challenges

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Adverts | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and charming game
- 🚀 Simple and addictive gameplay
- 💡 Unique and funny characters

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional glitches and crashes
- 🔋 Repetitive gameplay can get boring
- 🤔 Aiming and controls could be improved

**Reported bugs**

- High score not saving correctly
- Ads opening App Store unexpectedly
- Aim reticle disappearing during gameplay

**Requested features**

- Add difficulty levels
- Implement sound/vibration settings
- Provide more customization options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Kitty in the Box free?

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

### Is Flippy Pancake free?

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

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

Flippy Pancake is rated higher. Kitty in the Box averages 4.0 out of 5 from 125 ratings, while Flippy Pancake averages 4.6 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do Kitty in the Box or Flippy Pancake have ads?

Both Kitty in the Box and Flippy Pancake show ads.

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

Kitty in the Box ships an update every 2 months, and Flippy Pancake every 5 months. Most recently, Kitty in the Box was updated on November 1, 2026 and Flippy Pancake on November 2, 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.*