# Geometry Dash Meltdown vs Beat Stage

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Geometry Dash Meltdown at none against Beat Stage's 10. Geometry Dash Meltdown also leads on review sentiment (94% vs 63%) and ratings volume (232K vs 21K). Beat Stage's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 12 months). On price, rating, ads and chart position there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Beat Stage sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. 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 4.6 for Beat Stage. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Geometry Dash Meltdown has 232K ratings behind it against 21K, 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 63% of Beat Stage's.

Geometry Dash Meltdown ships an update every 12 months, Beat Stage every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Geometry Dash Meltdown | Beat Stage |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (232K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geometry-dash-meltdown/id1045901853/reviews)** | [4.6 (21K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beat-stage-battle-duel/id6743152985/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **232K** | 21K |
| Positive reviews | **94.3% of reviews** | 62.7% 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 | #15 | **#14** |
| Size | 209 MB | 297 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [RobTop Games AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/414027834) | [BeatBitTech](https://appshunter.io/developer/1801687816) |

## What reviewers say

### Geometry Dash Meltdown

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

**Currently charting:** #15 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


### Beat Stage

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beat-stage-battle-duel/id6743152985)

**Currently charting:** #14 Top Grossing · Music, #42 Top Free · Music (US App Store)

Engage in rhythm-based music battles by tapping notes as they fall. Master timing for higher scores and unlock a vast library of songs with varying difficulty levels. Enjoy a continuously updated collection of high-quality music and gameplay.

**Highlights:** Tap notes in judgment area, Score based on timing accuracy, Multiple difficulty levels, Large, updated song library, High-quality music and gameplay

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP PASS | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| 2 Extra Health | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5 Extra Health | $1.99 | one-time |
| S Gems Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove Pop-up Ad | $2.99 | one-time |
| 10 Extra Health | $2.99 | one-time |
| M Gems Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| L Gems Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| XL Gems Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| Gem Box Pack | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Faithful to the original game
- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 💡 Potential for more Sonic skins
- 💡 Suggestion for more mod integration
- 👍 Closest mobile version to the original FNF

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Purchased features not transferring
- 🐛 Restore purchase not working
- 🐛 Ads still present despite purchase

**Reported bugs**

- Data reset after update
- Restore purchase not working
- Private room not functioning

**Requested features**

- Add all songs for mods before adding the character
- Add an evil boss fight with challenging songs
- Implement Pibby black notes
- Add more video songs
- Bring back old characters like Silly Billy


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Geometry Dash Meltdown free?

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

### Is Beat Stage free?

Beat Stage is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Geometry Dash Meltdown or Beat Stage?

Geometry Dash Meltdown is rated higher. Geometry Dash Meltdown averages 4.7 out of 5 from 232K ratings, while Beat Stage averages 4.6 from 21K ratings.

### Do Geometry Dash Meltdown or Beat Stage have ads?

Both Geometry Dash Meltdown and Beat Stage show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Geometry Dash Meltdown or Beat Stage?

Geometry Dash Meltdown ships an update every 12 months, and Beat Stage every 3 weeks. Most recently, Geometry Dash Meltdown was updated on November 5, 2026 and Beat Stage on November 5, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Geometry Dash Meltdown or Beat Stage?

Geometry Dash Meltdown currently peaks at #15 in the App Store charts, and Beat Stage at #14. 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.*