# Cat Simulator 2 vs My Talking Tom 2

The clearest difference is ratings volume: My Talking Tom 2 at 859K against Cat Simulator 2's 17K. My Talking Tom 2 also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and chart position (#31 vs unranked). Cat Simulator 2's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cat Simulator 2 sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and My Talking Tom 2 sells 17 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Cat Simulator 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: My Talking Tom 2 has 859K ratings behind it against 17K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Cat Simulator 2's written reviews are positive against 68% of My Talking Tom 2's.

Cat Simulator 2 ships an update every 2 months, My Talking Tom 2 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cat Simulator 2 | My Talking Tom 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (17K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cat-simulator-2/id978667578/reviews)** | [4.4 (859K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-talking-tom-2/id1337578317/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 17K | **859K** |
| Positive reviews | **72.5% of reviews** | 67.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#31** |
| Size | 275 MB | 428 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mobile-Apps ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/657222950) | [Outfit7 Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/351110111) |

## What reviewers say

### Cat Simulator 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cat-simulator-2/id978667578)

Experience life as a cat or dog in a virtual world filled with interactive environments and fun activities. Play with friends in multiplayer modes, customize your pet with accessories, and explore various locations like a farm, beach, or supermarket.

**Highlights:** Play as a cat or dog, Owner Mode, Multiple interactive levels, Multiplayer modes, Collect coins and diamonds, Dress up pets with accessories, Survival Mode

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Pets | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Places | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Accessories | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack - 100 Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Box of Gold | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pile of Gems | $6.99 | one-time |
| Boss Pack | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🐱 Cute cat-themed game
- 🎮 Fun gameplay and activities
- 💎 Variety of cats and accessories

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs
- 💰 Excessive ads and in-app purchases
- 🎨 Outdated or low-quality graphics

**Reported bugs**

- Falling through floors or walls
- Inability to exit ads or return to game
- Inconsistent performance and freezing

**Requested features**

- Add more maps and environments
- Implement a chat feature for multiplayer
- Improve character customization options
- Reduce frequency and intrusiveness of ads


### My Talking Tom 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-talking-tom-2/id1337578317)

**Currently charting:** #31 Top Free · Role Playing, #88 Top Free · Simulation (US App Store)

Care for a virtual cat, teach it new skills, and embark on exciting adventures. Explore new worlds, customize its home and wardrobe, and play fun mini-games. This interactive pet simulation offers endless entertainment and surprises.

**Highlights:** Teach new skills, Feed and care for pet, Explore new worlds, Customize outfits and home, Play mini-games, Unlock rewards

**Features:** iMessage stickers

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Level Offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| TOM'S ESSENTIALS | $1.99 | one-time |
| Level Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| A few coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Level Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Rocket Soap | $3.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Baby Potion | $5.99 | one-time |
| RAINBOW TOOTHBRUSH | $5.99 | one-time |
| PANCAKE RECIPE | $7.99 | one-time |
| Cup of coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| CREATURE PLANE PACK | $11.99 | one-time |
| SPACE PLANE TRACKS | $14.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $14.99 | one-time |
| Jar of coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| Cart of coins | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and addictive game
- 🤩 Cute and interactive pet
- 🎨 Enjoyable mini-games and activities
- 🎉 Great for kids and families

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Excessive ads and in-app purchases
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🕰️ Slow progress and high costs
- 🔊 Annoying notifications and sounds

**Reported bugs**

- Tom's needs decay instantly
- Unable to interact with certain in-game items
- Space Trails mini-game frequently lags and crashes
- Inconsistent performance across devices

**Requested features**

- Add more pet customization options
- Improve mini-game variety and quality
- Reduce ad frequency and make them less intrusive
- Allow players to disable microphone and audio features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cat Simulator 2 free?

Cat Simulator 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is My Talking Tom 2 free?

My Talking Tom 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Cat Simulator 2 or My Talking Tom 2?

Cat Simulator 2 is rated higher. Cat Simulator 2 averages 4.7 out of 5 from 17K ratings, while My Talking Tom 2 averages 4.4 from 859K ratings.

### Do Cat Simulator 2 or My Talking Tom 2 have ads?

Both Cat Simulator 2 and My Talking Tom 2 show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Cat Simulator 2 or My Talking Tom 2?

Cat Simulator 2 ships an update every 2 months, and My Talking Tom 2 fortnightly. Most recently, Cat Simulator 2 was updated on October 22, 2026 and My Talking Tom 2 on October 23, 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.*