# Vector vs Ruby's Realms

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Ruby's Realms at 100% against Vector's 40%. Ruby's Realms also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 weeks) and rating (4.5 vs 4.2). Vector's advantage is ratings volume (10 vs 2) and price ($0.99 vs $1.99). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Vector costs $0.99 and Ruby's Realms $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Ruby's Realms holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Vector has 10 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of Vector's written reviews are positive against 100% of Ruby's Realms's.

Vector ships an update every 6 weeks, Ruby's Realms every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Vector | Ruby's Realms |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$0.99** | $1.99 |
| Rating | [4.2 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vector-z/id951194083/reviews) | **[4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rubys-realms/id6739130503/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **10** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Size | 21 MB | 237 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Juggleware, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/291091604) | [Chilling Moose](https://appshunter.io/developer/1595484986) |

## What reviewers say

### Vector

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vector-z/id951194083)

Experience a retro space shooter with dazzling vector graphics and particle effects, reminiscent of unreleased 1980s arcade machines. Engage alien invaders with unique shield mechanics and collect power-ups in an asteroid bonus level.

**Highlights:** Advanced vector graphics and particle systems, Retro arcade-style gameplay, Alien shields requiring timed shots, Asteroid bonus level with power-ups, Analog synthesized sounds and retro soundtrack, iCade compatibility

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Ruby's Realms

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rubys-realms/id6739130503)

Embark on a magical adventure as Ruby, searching for her lost mother in a mysterious, cursed realm. Explore hand-built levels, battle dark creatures, and uncover ancient secrets. Upgrade your abilities and customize your playstyle to overcome challenging puzzles and perils.

**Highlights:** Explore cursed realms, Battle dark creatures, Solve puzzles, Upgrade abilities, Customize playstyle, Collect XP orbs

**Features:** Game Controller support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Vector free?

Vector costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Ruby's Realms free?

Ruby's Realms costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Vector or Ruby's Realms?

Ruby's Realms is rated higher. Vector averages 4.2 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Ruby's Realms averages 4.5 from 2 ratings.

### Do Vector or Ruby's Realms have ads?

Neither Vector nor Ruby's Realms shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Vector or Ruby's Realms?

Vector ships an update every 6 weeks, and Ruby's Realms every 3 days. Most recently, Vector was updated on September 28, 2026 and Ruby's Realms on October 9, 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.*