# Celestial Fleet vs Stellar Patrol Space Combat

The clearest difference is rating: Celestial Fleet at 4.6 against Stellar Patrol Space Combat's 4.0. Celestial Fleet also leads on ratings volume (119 vs 11). Stellar Patrol Space Combat's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Celestial Fleet sells 12 one-off in-app purchases and Stellar Patrol Space Combat sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Celestial Fleet holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Celestial Fleet has 119 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 60% of Celestial Fleet's written reviews are positive against 67% of Stellar Patrol Space Combat's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Celestial Fleet ships an update every 3 weeks, Stellar Patrol Space Combat weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Celestial Fleet | Stellar Patrol Space Combat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (119 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/celestial-fleet/id894293034/reviews)** | [4.0 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stellar-patrol-space-combat/id1407894827/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **119** | 11 |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 121 MB | 81 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [OMEGA POINT](https://appshunter.io/developer/448044671) | [greg brady](https://appshunter.io/developer/867814192) |

## What reviewers say

### Celestial Fleet

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/celestial-fleet/id894293034)

Engage in thrilling 3D space fleet warfare with simple controls and overwhelming graphics. Command your fleet, strategize formations, and battle rivals in quick, real-time matches. Compete for galactic supremacy in this fast-paced strategy game.

**Highlights:** Real-time 3D space combat, Simple, intuitive controls, Quick, fast-paced battles, Online multiplayer matches, Fleet customization and upgrades, Stunning graphics and sound

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Fleet waiting time zero boost (+10) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Beginner lottery  Federation | $0.99 | one-time |
| Battleship status boost x1.5 (+10) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Obtain 40 SOL | $1.99 | one-time |
| Lottery  federal | $2.99 | one-time |
| Fleet capacity increase +2000  Federation | $3.99 | one-time |
| Fleet capacity increase +3000  Federation | $4.99 | one-time |
| Obtain 160 SOL | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium lottery  federal | $5.99 | one-time |
| Obtain 320 SOL | $9.99 | one-time |
| Premium Loot Box tickets +10 | $15.99 | one-time |
| Obtain 640 SOL | $17.99 | one-time |


### Stellar Patrol Space Combat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stellar-patrol-space-combat/id1407894827)

Embark on a retro space simulation adventure to liberate the galaxy from invaders. Battle enemies, upgrade your ship and weapons, and explore a vast universe with numerous planets and bases. Your actions will shape your reputation and determine the fate of the free galaxy.

**Highlights:** Galaxy-wide combat against invaders, Ship and weapon upgrades, Explore 39+ star systems and 200+ planets, Mine asteroids and trade with planets, Pilot various ship types, Reputation system and achievements, Open galaxy exploration

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Crystals | $1.99 | one-time |
| Turn off ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| 200 Crystals | $2.99 | one-time |
| 500 Crystals | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Crystals | $6.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Crystals | $14.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Crystals | $29.99 | one-time |
| 10000 Crystals | $49.99 | one-time |
| 20000 Crystals | $89.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Celestial Fleet free?

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

### Is Stellar Patrol Space Combat free?

Stellar Patrol Space Combat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Celestial Fleet or Stellar Patrol Space Combat?

Celestial Fleet is rated higher. Celestial Fleet averages 4.6 out of 5 from 119 ratings, while Stellar Patrol Space Combat averages 4.0 from 11 ratings.

### Do Celestial Fleet or Stellar Patrol Space Combat have ads?

Both Celestial Fleet and Stellar Patrol Space Combat show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Celestial Fleet or Stellar Patrol Space Combat?

Celestial Fleet ships an update every 3 weeks, and Stellar Patrol Space Combat weekly. Most recently, Celestial Fleet was updated on October 16, 2026 and Stellar Patrol Space Combat on October 10, 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.*