# running roach vs Borderland Arena

The clearest difference is rating: Borderland Arena at 4.4 against running roach's 3.0. Borderland Arena also leads on ratings volume (16 vs 2). running roach's advantage is monetization model (free vs freemium) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Borderland Arena holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Borderland Arena has 16 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | running roach | Borderland Arena |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-roach/id1033155317/reviews) | **[4.4 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/borderland-arena/id6749435103/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **16** |
| Positive reviews | — | 77.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 4 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.4** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Valentin Tsimbalyuk](https://appshunter.io/developer/325299686) | [Vusal Islamzada](https://appshunter.io/developer/1827176134) |

## 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


### Borderland Arena

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/borderland-arena/id6749435103)

Engage in a unique strategy card game with online multiplayer and AI-powered rule generation. Design custom challenges, set your own game parameters, and make tactical decisions to complete missions within defined limits. Experience a dynamic and evolving gameplay where you control the rules.

**Highlights:** Online multiplayer battles, AI-powered rule generation, Customizable game rules, Time-based challenges, Mission completion, Personalized gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Accurate simulation of AIB registration
- 🤩 Highly customizable
- 💯 Impressive and true to the TV show

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Ads at the bottom of the screen can be annoying
- 🔊 AI voice not the same as the show

**Reported bugs**

- Japanese language mode sounds like English mixed with Japanese

**Requested features**

- Add a Joker card option
- Use the original voice from the show (English and Japanese)
- Add a 'game over' screen with the show's sound effects
- Implement a 'facial recognition' startup screen
- Add a 'visa' screen that shows the last played game card


## Frequently asked questions

### Is running roach free?

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

### Is Borderland Arena free?

Borderland Arena is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, running roach or Borderland Arena?

Borderland Arena is rated higher. running roach averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Borderland Arena averages 4.4 from 16 ratings.

### Do running roach or Borderland Arena have ads?

Neither running roach nor Borderland Arena shows ads.

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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.*