# Platypus Evolution vs Country Explorer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Platypus Evolution at 93% against Country Explorer's 22%. Platypus Evolution also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.1) and ratings volume (6.1K vs 48). Country Explorer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Platypus Evolution sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Country Explorer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Platypus Evolution holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Platypus Evolution has 6.1K ratings behind it against 48, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of Platypus Evolution's written reviews are positive against 22% of Country Explorer's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Platypus Evolution | Country Explorer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (6.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/platypus-evolution-match-game/id942553149/reviews)** | [2.1 (48 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/country-explorer/id1617144528/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6.1K** | 48 |
| Positive reviews | **92.5% of reviews** | 22.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 152 MB | 173 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TPG TECNOLOGIA DA INFORMACAO LTDA](https://appshunter.io/developer/444343830) | [Kuixo](https://appshunter.io/developer/970533681) |

## What reviewers say

### Platypus Evolution

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/platypus-evolution-match-game/id942553149)

Explore a bizarre world where platypus undergo extreme mutations. Mix and match these unique creatures to discover new species, earn coins, and conquer the world. This game combines elements of evolution, matching, and incremental clickers.

**Highlights:** Evolve mutated platypus, Mix and match creatures, Discover new species, Earn platypus poop coins, Incremental clicker gameplay, Multiple endings

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ads removal | $0.99 | one-time |
| instant coins doubler | $1.99 | one-time |
| pack with 60 diamonds | $1.99 | one-time |
| pack of rubies | $1.99 | one-time |
| pack of diamonds | $1.99 | one-time |
| small frost gem pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| pack with 200 diamonds | $4.99 | one-time |
| income doubler | $5.99 | one-time |
| big pack of rubies | $5.99 | one-time |
| pack with 500 diamonds | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Cute and adorable platypuses
- 🕹️ Addictive and fun gameplay
- 👍 Great for passing time
- 🎨 Unique and creative designs
- 🤖 Entertaining mutant platypuses

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Too many ads, disrupting gameplay
- 🕰️ Repetitive and gets boring over time
- 🤔 Lack of new features or content updates
- 🔒 Inability to customize platypuses
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches (e.g., game freezing, loss of progress)

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezing or crashing when opening the shop
- Platypuses not generating gems/diamonds when offline
- Negative coin balance bug after updates
- Inability to progress past certain planets/levels

**Requested features**

- Add more evolution types (e.g., sharks, unicorns, hedgehogs)
- Introduce mini-games or challenges
- Allow players to customize platypuses (colors, accessories)
- Improve gem/diamond acquisition system
- Reduce frequency and intrusiveness of ads


### Country Explorer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/country-explorer/id1617144528)

Explore new destinations by choosing your direction and calculating distances. This innovative app provides maps and flags to help you discover new routes and unlock exciting travel possibilities.

**Highlights:** Route discovery, Distance calculation, Interactive maps, Country flags, Direction selection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Platypus Evolution free?

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

### Is Country Explorer free?

Country Explorer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Platypus Evolution or Country Explorer?

Platypus Evolution is rated higher. Platypus Evolution averages 4.8 out of 5 from 6.1K ratings, while Country Explorer averages 2.1 from 48 ratings.

### Do Platypus Evolution or Country Explorer have ads?

Both Platypus Evolution and Country Explorer show ads.

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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.*