# RedSun RTS vs Coldfront

The clearest difference is rating: Coldfront at 5.0 against RedSun RTS's 4.2. Coldfront also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months). RedSun RTS's advantage is ratings volume (410 vs 6) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RedSun RTS sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Coldfront sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Coldfront holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RedSun RTS has 410 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

RedSun RTS ships an update every 2 months, Coldfront every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RedSun RTS | Coldfront |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (410 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/redsun-rts/id1069719349/reviews) | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coldfront-real-time-strategy/id6779861628/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **410** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 69.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 88 MB | 428 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [E CHARM LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1894792202) | [Gurpreet Heer](https://appshunter.io/developer/1837575056) |

## What reviewers say

### RedSun RTS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/redsun-rts/id1069719349)

Engage in classic real-time strategy gameplay where you build bases, command diverse units, and plan attacks. Experience a 2D isometric world with deep strategic elements and ongoing development.

**Highlights:** Real-time unit control, Base building and defense, Diverse unit types, Resource gathering, Nuclear explosions, Unit upgrades, Achievements

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Rocket bot | $0.99 | one-time |
| Disable advertisements | $0.99 | one-time |
| air supply | $0.99 | one-time |
| Repair | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock rus | $0.99 | one-time |
| Spy satellite | $0.99 | one-time |
| Electromagnetic pulse | $0.99 | one-time |
| Landing MCV | $0.99 | one-time |
| Set of support 3 in 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Full version of the game | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun game
- 🎮 Reminds players of classic C&C games
- 🎨 Good graphics
- ⏱️ Enjoyable gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and glitchy
- 🔧 Needs more optimization
- 📖 Lack of documentation/instructions
- 🤖 AI issues (overpowered enemies, poor pathfinding)

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing/crashing issues
- Buildings not constructing properly
- Units not responding to commands
- Progression/save data issues

**Requested features**

- More maps and mission variety
- Multiplayer/PvP mode
- Ability to choose factions/teams
- Improved unit controls and grouping


### Coldfront

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coldfront-real-time-strategy/id6779861628)

Experience real-time strategy built for touchscreens. Build bases, command armies, and engage in epic battles against AI or up to seven other players. Enjoy a campaign, daily challenges, and offline skirmishes.

**Highlights:** Touch-optimized controls, Base building and army management, Multiplayer battles (1v1 to 8 players), Offline campaign and skirmish modes, Daily challenges, Map editor, Replay system

**Features:** iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Frost + Campaign Act 2 | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RedSun RTS free?

RedSun RTS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Coldfront free?

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

### Which has better reviews, RedSun RTS or Coldfront?

Coldfront is rated higher. RedSun RTS averages 4.2 out of 5 from 410 ratings, while Coldfront averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do RedSun RTS or Coldfront have ads?

RedSun RTS shows ads; Coldfront does not.

### Which is updated more often, RedSun RTS or Coldfront?

RedSun RTS ships an update every 2 months, and Coldfront every 4 days. Most recently, RedSun RTS was updated on November 2, 2026 and Coldfront on November 5, 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.*