# Geometry Dash World vs Wave Dash

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Geometry Dash World at none against Wave Dash's 9. Geometry Dash World also leads on ratings volume (70K vs 9.9K) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Wave Dash's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 12 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Wave Dash sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Geometry Dash World asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Geometry Dash World against 4.6 for Wave Dash. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Geometry Dash World has 70K ratings behind it against 9.9K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of Geometry Dash World's written reviews are positive against 85% of Wave Dash's.

Geometry Dash World ships an update every 12 months, Wave Dash fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Geometry Dash World | Wave Dash |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (70K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geometry-dash-world/id1112307917/reviews) | **[4.6 (9.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wave-dash-geometry-arrow/id6748525220/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **70K** | 9.9K |
| Positive reviews | 80.3% of reviews | **84.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Ad-supported |
| Best chart rank | **#17** | #31 |
| Size | 242 MB | 225 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [RobTop Games AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/414027834) | [Ashima Prabhakar](https://appshunter.io/developer/1469698741) |

## What reviewers say

### Geometry Dash World

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geometry-dash-world/id1112307917)

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

Embark on a rhythm-based action platforming adventure with new levels, music, and challenges. Jump, fly, and flip through obstacles, discover hidden secrets, and customize your character. Play daily quests and community-created levels.

**Highlights:** Rhythm-based action platforming, Unique levels with custom music, Daily quests and rewards, Online community levels, Character customization, Practice mode

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎉 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🎵 Great music and sound effects
- 👍 Variety of levels and challenges
- 🔓 Free to play with optional in-app purchases

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⚠️ Excessive ads that interrupt gameplay
- 🔍 Limited level selection and progression
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Restricted features locked behind full version

**Reported bugs**

- Levels not saving progress properly
- Chest opening functionality not working as expected
- Compatibility issues on certain devices
- Music desynchronization when pausing/resuming

**Requested features**

- More challenging and longer levels
- Ability to create and share custom levels
- Improved syncing between different Geometry Dash versions
- Removal or reduction of intrusive ads


### Wave Dash

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wave-dash-geometry-arrow/id6748525220)

**Currently charting:** #31 Top Free · Music (US App Store)

A rhythm-based platformer where players tap to steer an arrow through challenging levels synchronized with music. It features a level editor for creating and sharing custom stages, along with options for unlocking icons and competing for high scores.

**Highlights:** Rhythm-based gameplay, Level editor, Share custom levels, Unlockable icons, Speed run challenges, Fast restarts

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Value Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Pro Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Soccer Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Elite Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Creator Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Mega Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Geometry Dash World free?

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

### Is Wave Dash free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Geometry Dash World or Wave Dash?

Wave Dash is rated higher. Geometry Dash World averages 4.5 out of 5 from 70K ratings, while Wave Dash averages 4.6 from 9.9K ratings.

### Do Geometry Dash World or Wave Dash have ads?

Both Geometry Dash World and Wave Dash show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Geometry Dash World or Wave Dash?

Geometry Dash World ships an update every 12 months, and Wave Dash fortnightly. Most recently, Geometry Dash World was updated on September 26, 2026 and Wave Dash on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Geometry Dash World or Wave Dash?

Geometry Dash World currently peaks at #17 in the App Store charts, and Wave Dash at #31. 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.*