The best virtual pet games for iPhone, honestly compared
The classic, the talker and a cozy pet that never dies. Tap what sounds like you and the list re-sorts.
What sounds like you? Tap all that apply
The list below re-sorts to put your best fit first.
Pou
Best for: You love the classic, and it's a favourite for good reason.
My Talking Tom 2
Best for: You want a lively talking pet with tricks and games, and it's a huge favourite.
PuffgroveMade by us
Best for: You want a calm pet with personality and no guilt.
At a glance
| App | Price to start | App Store ratings |
|---|---|---|
| Pou | $1.99 | 4.4 from about 3,900 ratings |
| My Talking Tom 2 | Free download, in-app purchases | 4.4 from about 859,000 ratings |
| Puffgrove (ours) | Free to play; optional Puffgrove Plus | Newer, fewer ratings so far |
Facts from each app's App Store listing, November 2026. Apps marked "made by us" come from Honest Little Apps, the studio behind this page. We list them last on purpose: the picker decides, not us.
Puffgrove: Grove Creatures lets you hatch a creature, build its grove and shape its habits. Pets never die, get sick or run away. No ads, no account, works offline.
Free on the App StoreQuestions
What is the best virtual pet game?
Pou is the simple classic and My Talking Tom 2 the lively talker. Puffgrove is calmer: pets never die, and there are no ads.
Why are your own apps on this list?
We make them, so we say so on every card. We list them last and let the picker, based on your answers, decide which app fits.
Where did these facts come from?
From each app's App Store listing in November 2026. Prices and features change, so check the listing before you decide.
Updated November 12, 2026.
- Pou vs My Talking Tom 2Pou or My Talking Tom? Compare the two classic virtual pet games side by side, tap what sounds like you, and see which fits. Plus a cozy pet that never dies.
- Pou alternative virtual petPou is the classic virtual pet. Want a cozy pet that never gets sick or runs away, with no ads and no account? Compare it with Puffgrove here.
- Make your own cute creatureMake your own cute creature in seconds. Pick a colour, ears, a hat, eyes and a name, give it a personality, then download a card or send it to a friend. Free, no sign-up.