# Malody vs Paradigm

The clearest difference is price: Paradigm at Free against Malody's $2.99. Paradigm also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and review sentiment (81% vs 66%). Malody's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and chart position (#24 vs unranked). On ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Paradigm is free to download; Malody costs $2.99 up front. Paradigm sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Malody asks for nothing beyond the download.

Paradigm holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 176 and 268 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Malody's written reviews are positive against 81% of Paradigm's.

Malody ships an update every 6 weeks, Paradigm every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Malody | Paradigm |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.3 (176 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/malody/id989630809/reviews) | **[4.7 (268 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paradigm-reboot/id1499645558/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 176 | **268** |
| Positive reviews | 65.7% of reviews | **81.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#24** | — |
| Size | 75 MB | 1.2 GB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [京容 何](https://appshunter.io/developer/1514416677) | [Xiamen TunerGames Network Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1489164605) |

## What reviewers say

### Malody

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/malody/id989630809)

**Currently charting:** #24 Top Paid · Music, #174 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

This is a cross-platform music game simulator that allows users to play and create music charts. It supports various chart formats, custom skins, and offers multiplayer modes with online rankings. A community wiki facilitates chart sharing and collaboration.

**Highlights:** Supports multiple chart formats (osu, sm, bms, etc.), In-game chart editor for creation and sharing, Multiplayer mode for all game modes, Customizable skins and play effects, Online ranking system, Community wiki for chart uploads and sharing

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Multiple game modes (mania, taiko, catch, key, etc.)
- 🎵 Extensive song library with custom map support
- 📱 Excellent osu!mania port for mobile
- 🛠️ Built-in map editor for creating custom charts
- 💰 Affordable one-time purchase price

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Persistent server connection issues
- 🔐 Login and account authentication problems
- 📧 Email verification not sending properly
- 🎮 Hitbox issues on narrow screens (iPhone 11+)
- ⌨️ No keyboard support on iOS

**Reported bugs**

- Server errors preventing login
- Account registration fails with 'account doesn't exist' error
- Confirmation codes not being sent
- App randomly logs out users
- Sign-in stuck on 'Signing in' screen

**Requested features**

- Keyboard support for iOS devices
- Easier skin downloading and management with search functionality
- Backup and cloud save system for charts and progress
- Adjustable hitbox positioning (higher on screen)
- Universal offset setting across all songs


### Paradigm

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paradigm-reboot/id1499645558)

Experience a unique rhythm game set in 3D space, blending music gameplay with a narrative. Navigate four-sided levels with special "Space" notes and enjoy a wide range of music from global artists. The game offers adjustable difficulty for all skill levels.

**Highlights:** Stereoscopic 3D gameplay, Four-sided rhythm mechanics, Unique "Space" notes, Storytelling elements, Adjustable difficulty levels, Global artist music library

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Single "Encore" | $0.99 | one-time |
| Single "On And On!!" | $0.99 | one-time |
| Single "Subterranean Blastoff" | $0.99 | one-time |
| 20 Active Crystal | $0.99 | one-time |
| Side Album "Duplex Fusion" | $3.99 | one-time |
| Side Album "Still Existence" | $3.99 | one-time |
| Solo Album "Vivacious Party" | $3.99 | one-time |
| Main Story Album Chapter 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 110 Active Crystal | $4.99 | one-time |
| 450 Active Crystal | $19.99 | one-time |
| 1200 Active Crystal | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Innovative gameplay
- 🎨 Impressive visuals and art style
- 🎵 High-quality music and soundtracks
- 💰 Generous free-to-play model
- 🎢 Compelling story and characters

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔑 Difficulty unlocking content
- 🤖 Challenging charts and high skill ceiling
- 🌐 Connectivity issues for some users
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Rewards button causing performance issues
- Inconsistent save data syncing
- Difficulty unlocking purchased content

**Requested features**

- Offline mode
- More difficulty options
- Improved new player onboarding
- Expanded song library
- Smoother account management


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Malody free?

Malody costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Paradigm free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Malody or Paradigm?

Paradigm is rated higher. Malody averages 4.3 out of 5 from 176 ratings, while Paradigm averages 4.7 from 268 ratings.

### Do Malody or Paradigm have ads?

Neither Malody nor Paradigm shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Malody or Paradigm?

Malody ships an update every 6 weeks, and Paradigm every 3 weeks. Most recently, Malody was updated on September 30, 2026 and Paradigm on September 28, 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.*