# Run Run Super 5 vs Super Pixel Heroes

The clearest difference is update cadence: Run Run Super 5 at every 3 weeks against Super Pixel Heroes's every 3 months. Run Run Super 5 also leads on review sentiment (96% vs 78%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). Super Pixel Heroes's advantage is ratings volume (1K vs 143). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Run Run Super 5 sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and Super Pixel Heroes sells 12 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 Run Run Super 5 against 4.6 for Super Pixel Heroes. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Super Pixel Heroes has 1K ratings behind it against 143, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 96% of Run Run Super 5's written reviews are positive against 78% of Super Pixel Heroes's.

Run Run Super 5 ships an update every 3 weeks, Super Pixel Heroes every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Run Run Super 5 | Super Pixel Heroes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (143 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-run-super-5/id1001009904/reviews)** | [4.6 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-pixel-heroes/id1149840530/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 143 | **1K** |
| Positive reviews | **95.7% of reviews** | 78.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 325 MB | 379 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Altitude Games Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1693316969) | [Reliance Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1673672114) |

## What reviewers say

### Run Run Super 5

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-run-super-5/id1001009904)

Embark on an action-packed adventure to defend the world from an evil emperor. Run through the city, pilot a vehicle, and command a powerful robot to defeat monsters and giant bosses. Collect power-ups, upgrade gear, and battle through endless modes to save the day.

**Highlights:** Action-packed runner gameplay, High-flying vehicle mode, Epic robot boss battles, Level up and unlock gear, Endless runner mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RED BUNDLE | $0.99 | one-time |
| BLUE BUNDLE | $1.99 | one-time |
| COIN DOUBLER | $1.99 | one-time |
| PINK BUNDLE | $4.99 | one-time |
| YELLOW BUNDLE | $9.99 | one-time |
| GREEN BUNDLE | $19.99 | one-time |
| MAGENTA BUNDLE | $49.99 | one-time |
| BLACK BUNDLE | $79.99 | one-time |


### Super Pixel Heroes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-pixel-heroes/id1149840530)

Engage in epic pixelated battles, creating your own superhero identity to defeat villains. Collect and unlock a diverse roster of hilarious action heroes from various themed worlds, unleashing comical finishers and special abilities in retro-style arcade arenas.

**Highlights:** Create superhero identity, Collect legendary heroes, Four thematic worlds (Dino, Jungle, Zombies, Robots), Retro-style arcade action, Unleash hilarious finishers and SPs, Exciting arenas with unique obstacles, Open crates for hero parts

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Parry's Pouch | $0.99 | one-time |
| ATOM Common | $0.99 | one-time |
| NOISY BOY Common. | $0.99 | one-time |
| SPIKE Common. | $0.99 | one-time |
| KING KONG Common. | $0.99 | one-time |
| MIDAS Common. | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rare Starter Pack-Deal | $3.99 | one-time |
| Baloo's Bounty | $4.99 | one-time |
| Epic Starter Pack-Deal | $4.99 | one-time |
| ATOM Legendary. | $9.99 | one-time |
| KING KONG Legendary. | $9.99 | one-time |
| Chuckle's Chest | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Great pixel art graphics
- 🔥 Awesome crossover characters
- 🕹️ Simple and intuitive controls
- 🎉 Nostalgic and reminiscent of childhood

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Overpowered AI opponents
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 📺 Too many intrusive ads
- 🔁 Repetitive gameplay loop
- 🔒 Difficulty unlocking new characters

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to connect to servers
- Rewards not unlocking properly
- Game crashes after certain playtime
- Unresponsive controls during fights

**Requested features**

- Add more diverse characters and franchises
- Implement online multiplayer mode
- Allow for deeper character customization
- Introduce new game modes and challenges
- Improve the reward system for progression


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Run Run Super 5 free?

Run Run Super 5 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Super Pixel Heroes free?

Super Pixel Heroes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Run Run Super 5 or Super Pixel Heroes?

Run Run Super 5 is rated higher. Run Run Super 5 averages 4.7 out of 5 from 143 ratings, while Super Pixel Heroes averages 4.6 from 1K ratings.

### Do Run Run Super 5 or Super Pixel Heroes have ads?

Both Run Run Super 5 and Super Pixel Heroes show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Run Run Super 5 or Super Pixel Heroes?

Run Run Super 5 ships an update every 3 weeks, and Super Pixel Heroes every 3 months. Most recently, Run Run Super 5 was updated on October 29, 2026 and Super Pixel Heroes on October 26, 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.*