# Chameleon Run vs PAKO 2

The clearest difference is rating: Chameleon Run at 4.7 against PAKO 2's 4.0. Chameleon Run also leads on review sentiment (94% vs 56%) and ratings volume (21K vs 552). PAKO 2's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, ads, in-app purchases and chart position there is nothing between them.

Chameleon Run costs $1.99 and PAKO 2 $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Chameleon Run holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Chameleon Run has 21K ratings behind it against 552, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 94% of Chameleon Run's written reviews are positive against 56% of PAKO 2's.

Chameleon Run ships an update every 2 months, PAKO 2 weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Chameleon Run | PAKO 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | $1.99 |
| Rating | **[4.7 (21K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chameleon-run/id1084860489/reviews)** | [4.0 (552 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pako-2/id1317692806/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **21K** | 552 |
| Positive reviews | **93.5% of reviews** | 56.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | #45 | **#44** |
| Size | 140 MB | 354 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **8.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Noodlecake](https://appshunter.io/developer/370828169) | [Tree Men Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/875238560) |

## What reviewers say

### Chameleon Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chameleon-run/id1084860489)

**Currently charting:** #45 Top Paid · Racing, #139 Top Paid · Casual (US App Store)

Navigate challenging levels in this fast-paced autorunner. Switch colors to match the ground as you run and jump, utilizing unique mechanics like double jumps. Compete for the fastest times on non-linear levels with stylish graphics.

**Highlights:** Fast-paced running, jumping, and color switching, Double jump and head jump mechanics, Pixel-perfect physics, Stylish, colorful graphics, Non-linear levels with objectives, Fastest time leaderboards, Simple two-button controls

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast-paced gameplay
- 👍 Smooth and intuitive controls
- 💎 Challenging levels with replayability
- 🎨 Vibrant, minimalist graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤯 Extremely difficult later levels
- 💤 Lack of new content/levels
- 🧠 Steep learning curve

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional crashes on older devices
- Issues with color switching on certain levels

**Requested features**

- More levels and worlds
- Additional gameplay modes
- Customization options for characters


### PAKO 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pako-2/id1317692806)

**Currently charting:** #44 Top Paid · Racing, #122 Top Paid · Casual (US App Store)

An arcade driving game where you play as a getaway driver. Pick up your crew from heist locations and escape the police in high-stakes chases. Earn money to unlock new vehicles and levels, and compete on leaderboards.

**Highlights:** Arcade driving gameplay, Crew escort missions, Police chase evasion, Vehicle and location unlocks, Drive-by shooting, Leaderboard competition

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Variety of cars and maps
- 🚀 Fast-paced action
- 👍 Retro-style graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔒 Progress loss due to crashes
- 👎 Lack of customization options

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when using certain vehicles
- Disappearing navigation arrows
- Unresponsive controls
- Spawning issues with police and obstacles

**Requested features**

- Ability to customize cars (paint, upgrades, etc.)
- More maps and cars
- Option to change camera view (e.g. third-person)
- Difficulty settings
- Achievements and leaderboards


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Chameleon Run free?

Chameleon Run costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is PAKO 2 free?

PAKO 2 costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Chameleon Run or PAKO 2?

Chameleon Run is rated higher. Chameleon Run averages 4.7 out of 5 from 21K ratings, while PAKO 2 averages 4.0 from 552 ratings.

### Do Chameleon Run or PAKO 2 have ads?

Neither Chameleon Run nor PAKO 2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Chameleon Run or PAKO 2?

Chameleon Run ships an update every 2 months, and PAKO 2 weekly. Most recently, Chameleon Run was updated on November 8, 2026 and PAKO 2 on November 7, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Chameleon Run or PAKO 2?

Chameleon Run currently peaks at #45 in the App Store charts, and PAKO 2 at #44. 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.*