# running roach vs Cockroach Smasher

The clearest difference is rating: Cockroach Smasher at 4.3 against running roach's 3.0. Cockroach Smasher also leads on ratings volume (273 vs 2). running roach's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cockroach Smasher sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. running roach asks for nothing beyond the download.

Cockroach Smasher holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cockroach Smasher has 273 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | running roach | Cockroach Smasher |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-roach/id1033155317/reviews) | **[4.3 (273 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cockroach-smasher/id1434261643/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **273** |
| Positive reviews | — | 52.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 8 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 4 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.4** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Valentin Tsimbalyuk](https://appshunter.io/developer/325299686) | [Vadim Shendrikov](https://appshunter.io/developer/969146966) |

## What reviewers say

### running roach

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-roach/id1033155317)

Bet on cockroach races in this unique game. Predict which cockroach will cross the finish line first in thrilling races. Experience the excitement of high-stakes insect competition.

**Highlights:** Cockroach racing, Betting system, Unique game concept, Simple gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Cockroach Smasher

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cockroach-smasher/id1434261643)

A simple and fun game where players use their fingers to smash as many cockroaches as possible. It offers endless levels and is suitable for all ages, providing a happy pastime.

**Highlights:** Smash cockroaches with fingers, Infinite levels, Suitable for all ages, Happy pastime, Many cockroaches

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is running roach free?

running roach is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Cockroach Smasher free?

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

### Which has better reviews, running roach or Cockroach Smasher?

Cockroach Smasher is rated higher. running roach averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Cockroach Smasher averages 4.3 from 273 ratings.

### Do running roach or Cockroach Smasher have ads?

Cockroach Smasher shows ads; running roach does not.

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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.*