# Cat Simulator 2 vs Kitty Cat Tycoon

Cat Simulator 2 and Kitty Cat Tycoon both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 72% of Cat Simulator 2's written reviews are positive against 48% of Kitty Cat Tycoon's. On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cat Simulator 2 sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and Kitty Cat Tycoon sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Cat Simulator 2 against 4.8 for Kitty Cat Tycoon. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 17K and 14K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 72% of Cat Simulator 2's written reviews are positive against 48% of Kitty Cat Tycoon's.

Cat Simulator 2 ships an update every 2 months, Kitty Cat Tycoon every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cat Simulator 2 | Kitty Cat Tycoon |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (17K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cat-simulator-2/id978667578/reviews) | **[4.8 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kitty-cat-tycoon/id1561080503/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **17K** | 14K |
| Positive reviews | **72.5% of reviews** | 47.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 275 MB | 186 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mobile-Apps ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/657222950) | [NADDIC GAMES Co Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/411719774) |

## 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


### Kitty Cat Tycoon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kitty-cat-tycoon/id1561080503)

Manage a charming cat furniture craft shop where adorable feline characters help design, craft, and sell various furniture pieces. Upgrade your cat managers' skills and discover new cat breeds to expand your business and decorate their living spaces.

**Highlights:** Craft various furniture designs, Collect and upgrade Cat Manager cards, Discover over 50 kinds of cats, Decorate cat spaces with Cat Coins, Upgrade furniture rooms for efficiency, Deliver furniture to customers

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gem1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Package8 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Piggy bank1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Gem2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Package1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Daily Package04 | $6.99 | one-time |
| VIP1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gem3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Package2 | $9.99 | one-time |
| premium pass 2 | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Cute and charming visuals
- 🚀 Relaxing idle experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Aggressive monetization
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔋 Excessive ads
- 💰 Expensive VIP package

**Reported bugs**

- Glitches with manager upgrades
- Rewards not registering properly
- Crashes when advancing levels
- Event tasks not working as intended

**Requested features**

- Ability to contact support
- More balanced progression
- Improved offline earnings
- Zoom feature to see cats better


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cat Simulator 2 free?

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

### Is Kitty Cat Tycoon free?

Kitty Cat Tycoon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Cat Simulator 2 or Kitty Cat Tycoon?

Kitty Cat Tycoon is rated higher. Cat Simulator 2 averages 4.7 out of 5 from 17K ratings, while Kitty Cat Tycoon averages 4.8 from 14K ratings.

### Do Cat Simulator 2 or Kitty Cat Tycoon have ads?

Both Cat Simulator 2 and Kitty Cat Tycoon show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Cat Simulator 2 or Kitty Cat Tycoon?

Cat Simulator 2 ships an update every 2 months, and Kitty Cat Tycoon every 6 weeks. Most recently, Cat Simulator 2 was updated on October 24, 2026 and Kitty Cat Tycoon on October 24, 2026.

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