# Kitty in the Box vs Nom Cat

The clearest difference is rating: Nom Cat at 4.6 against Kitty in the Box's 4.0. Nom Cat also leads on review sentiment (85% vs 57%) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 124). 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 Nom Cat sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Nom Cat holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Nom Cat has 1.1K ratings behind it against 124, 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 85% of Nom Cat's.

Kitty in the Box ships an update every 2 months, Nom Cat every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Kitty in the Box | Nom Cat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (124 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kitty-in-the-box/id876606824/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nom-cat/id969934912/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 124 | **1.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 56.9% of reviews | **85.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 275 MB | 163 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) | [Lucky Kat Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/498980984) |

## 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


### Nom Cat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nom-cat/id969934912)

Tap and hold to feed hungry cats with fish in this arcade game. Avoid flying bombs to keep the cats safe and aim for a high score. Unlock cute cat characters by collecting goldfish.

**Highlights:** Endless arcade gameplay, Tap and hold to feed cats, Avoid flying bombs, Unlockable cat characters, Collect goldfish, Compete on Game Center

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Venus and Roo | $0.99 | one-time |
| Nala | $0.99 | one-time |
| Keyboard Cat | $0.99 | one-time |
| Nyan Cat® | $0.99 | one-time |
| Grumpy Cat® | $0.99 | one-time |
| Sushi Cat | $0.99 | one-time |
| Space Background | $0.99 | one-time |
| Garfield | $0.99 | one-time |
| Alice & Finnegan | $0.99 | one-time |
| Garfield Background | $0.99 | one-time |
| Luna the Fashion Kitty | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple, fun, and addicting
- 👍 No ads
- 👍 Cute cat sprites
- 👍 Fun and challenging gameplay
- 👍 Variety of cats and backgrounds to collect

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches with purchasing and equipping skins
- 💰 Expensive cats and backgrounds
- 🔍 Difficult to obtain certain cats without paying
- 🐛 Game crashes or freezes after updates
- 🔍 Hard to master, especially for beginners

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes when declining to watch ads
- Purchased items not showing up or working
- Progress lost after reinstalling the app
- Compatibility issues with newer devices

**Requested features**

- More skins or backdrops
- Option to play with one cat instead of two
- Ability to earn premium cats through gameplay
- Restore purchases feature
- Mute sound option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Kitty in the Box free?

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

### Is Nom Cat free?

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

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

Nom Cat is rated higher. Kitty in the Box averages 4.0 out of 5 from 124 ratings, while Nom Cat averages 4.6 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do Kitty in the Box or Nom Cat have ads?

Both Kitty in the Box and Nom Cat show ads.

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

Kitty in the Box ships an update every 2 months, and Nom Cat every 5 weeks. Most recently, Kitty in the Box was updated on October 24, 2026 and Nom Cat on October 26, 2026.

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