# Star Vector vs Stellar Patrol Space Combat

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Star Vector at none against Stellar Patrol Space Combat's 9. Star Vector also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (44 vs 11). Stellar Patrol Space Combat's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and rating (4.0 vs 3.7). On price, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stellar Patrol Space Combat sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Star Vector asks for nothing beyond the download.

Stellar Patrol Space Combat holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 44 and 11 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 74% of Star Vector'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.

Star Vector ships an update every 2 months, Stellar Patrol Space Combat weekly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Star Vector | Stellar Patrol Space Combat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (44 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/star-vector/id916413230/reviews) | **[4.0 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stellar-patrol-space-combat/id1407894827/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **44** | 11 |
| Positive reviews | **73.8% of reviews** | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 206 MB | 81 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.1** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Third Wire Productions](https://appshunter.io/developer/598114913) | [greg brady](https://appshunter.io/developer/867814192) |

## What reviewers say

### Star Vector

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/star-vector/id916413230)

Engage in thrilling 3D space combat on your mobile device. Pilot your starfighter using intuitive tilt controls to battle pirates and aliens across a randomly generated universe. Progress through levels, unlock new spacecraft, and upgrade your abilities to face increasingly challenging enemies.

**Highlights:** 3D space combat, Tilt sensor controls, Randomly generated universe, Unlockable spacecraft, Level progression, Increasing enemy difficulty

**In-app purchases:** none


### 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 Star Vector free?

Star Vector is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Stellar Patrol Space Combat free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Star Vector or Stellar Patrol Space Combat?

Stellar Patrol Space Combat is rated higher. Star Vector averages 3.7 out of 5 from 44 ratings, while Stellar Patrol Space Combat averages 4.0 from 11 ratings.

### Do Star Vector or Stellar Patrol Space Combat have ads?

Stellar Patrol Space Combat shows ads; Star Vector does not.

### Which is updated more often, Star Vector or Stellar Patrol Space Combat?

Star Vector ships an update every 2 months, and Stellar Patrol Space Combat weekly. Most recently, Star Vector was updated on October 24, 2026 and Stellar Patrol Space Combat on October 24, 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.*