# Geometry Dash Meltdown vs Brawl Stars

Geometry Dash Meltdown and Brawl Stars both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 94% of Geometry Dash Meltdown's written reviews are positive against 56% of Brawl Stars's. Geometry Dash Meltdown also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 25). Brawl Stars's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 12 months) and ratings volume (3.1M vs 231K). On price, rating, ads and chart position there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Brawl Stars sells 25 one-off in-app purchases. Geometry Dash Meltdown asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Geometry Dash Meltdown against 4.7 for Brawl Stars. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Brawl Stars has 3.1M ratings behind it against 231K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 94% of Geometry Dash Meltdown's written reviews are positive against 56% of Brawl Stars's.

Geometry Dash Meltdown ships an update every 12 months, Brawl Stars every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Geometry Dash Meltdown | Brawl Stars |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (231K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geometry-dash-meltdown/id1045901853/reviews) | **[4.7 (3.1M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brawl-stars/id1229016807/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 231K | **3.1M** |
| Positive reviews | **94.3% of reviews** | 56.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #17 | **#10** |
| Size | 209 MB | 1.9 GB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [RobTop Games AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/414027834) | [Supercell](https://appshunter.io/developer/488106216) |

## What reviewers say

### Geometry Dash Meltdown

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geometry-dash-meltdown/id1045901853)

**Currently charting:** #17 Top Free · Music (US App Store)

Embark on a rhythm-based platforming challenge with intense action. Navigate dark caverns and overcome spiky obstacles by jumping, flying, and flipping. Unlock unique customizations and master challenging levels with practice mode.

**Highlights:** Rhythm-based action platforming, Three unique levels, Unlockable icons and colors, Rocket flying and gravity flipping, Practice mode, Challenging gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Awesome music and visuals
- 👍 Easy and fun gameplay
- 🚀 Offline playability
- 💎 Exclusive icons and customization

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Lack of content (only 3 levels)
- 💰 Ads and in-app purchases
- 🔗 Inability to sync progress with main Geometry Dash game

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional performance issues and crashes
- Input detection problems on certain devices

**Requested features**

- More levels and challenges
- Ability to create custom levels
- Sync progress and unlocks with main Geometry Dash game


### Brawl Stars

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brawl-stars/id1229016807)

**Currently charting:** #10 Top Grossing · Action, #13 Top Free · Action, #34 Top Grossing · Casual, #50 Top Free · Casual, #86 Top Grossing · Games, #110 Top Free · Games (US App Store)

Engage in fast-paced 3v3 and 5v5 MOBA and Battle Royale matches on mobile. Unlock and upgrade unique characters with special abilities to compete in various game modes and climb leaderboards.

**Highlights:** 3v3 & 5v5 MOBA and Battle Royale, Unlock and upgrade Brawlers, Multiple PvP game modes, Solo or team play, Climb leaderboards, Brawl Pass with seasonal content

**In-app purchases (25)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Basic Bundle | $0.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| 30 Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Level 5 Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass Basic | $2.99 | one-time |
| Level 15 Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $3.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass Upgrade | $3.99 | one-time |
| 80 Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass | $6.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $6.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |
| BRAWL PASS | $8.99 | one-time |
| 170 Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass Plus | $9.99 | one-time |
| BRAWL PASS PLUS | $12.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $14.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $16.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| 360 Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| Pro Pass | $24.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 🤝 Fun with friends
- 💎 Great free-to-play model
- 🎨 Unique brawler designs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Unfair matchmaking
- 🏆 Unbalanced brawlers
- 💰 Pay-to-win mechanics
- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🕹️ Frustrating controls

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes
- Lag and connection drops
- Brawler abilities not working as intended

**Requested features**

- Report button for trolls and AFKers
- Improved progression system
- Customizable controls
- More game modes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Geometry Dash Meltdown free?

Geometry Dash Meltdown is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Brawl Stars free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Geometry Dash Meltdown or Brawl Stars?

Brawl Stars is rated higher. Geometry Dash Meltdown averages 4.7 out of 5 from 231K ratings, while Brawl Stars averages 4.7 from 3.1M ratings.

### Do Geometry Dash Meltdown or Brawl Stars have ads?

Both Geometry Dash Meltdown and Brawl Stars show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Geometry Dash Meltdown or Brawl Stars?

Geometry Dash Meltdown ships an update every 12 months, and Brawl Stars every 3 weeks. Most recently, Geometry Dash Meltdown was updated on October 26, 2026 and Brawl Stars on October 26, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Geometry Dash Meltdown or Brawl Stars?

Geometry Dash Meltdown currently peaks at #17 in the App Store charts, and Brawl Stars at #10. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*