Comparison

Spiraloid vs Canal Jumping

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Spiraloid

Navigate a psychedelic 3D corkscrew in this addictive, rhythm-based jumping game. Avoid traps, collect gems to unlock levels, and use power-ups. Features simple one-touch controls and stunning graphics.

Highlights
  • Infinite 3D spiralling challenges
  • Rhythm-based gameplay
  • One-touch controls
  • Psychedelic gauntlet navigation
  • Gem collection for unlocks
  • Power-up purchases
Features
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"The art's absolutely gorgeous" - Pocket Gamer "What is the purpose of life if not to look as cool as possible?" - Touch Arcade "A dizzyingly beautiful 3D adventure!" - Edamame Reviews "The simple one-touch controls make it easy to pick up and play" - 9to5Mac Spiraloid is an infinite, rhythm based jumping game that launches you into a highly addictive 3D spiralling corkscrew of challenges! Work with the rhythm of the pulsing soundtrack as you navigate, jump and roll your way through a psychedelic gauntlet of treacherous terrain and tantalising traps! As the twisting, winding path unfolds before your eyes, avoid the harrowing hazards and collect the glittering gems in order to unlock unique, mind-bending levels and purchase power ups! Just when you think you've mastered the gauntlet - think again! Can you maintain your rhythm amidst a panoply of prickly probes when the whole world starts to spin?! NOTE: A minimum of iPhone 5 and/or iPad Air are recommended for best experience. Features: • Simple One-Touch Controls • Breathtaking 3D Graphics • Richly Crafted Atmospheric Soundtracks for Each Level • Tons of Upgrades and Unlock-able Content Follow and Contact Us! Twitter: http://twitter.com/groogadgets FB: http://www.facebook.com/groogadgets

About

Canal Jumping

Experience the thrill of Fierljeppen, a Dutch sport where you leap across canals. Run, pole vault, and climb to achieve the longest jump possible, or risk falling into the water. It's a test of speed, strength, and balance.

Highlights
  • Fierljeppen simulation
  • Running and pole vaulting mechanics
  • Climbing action
  • Challenging jumps
  • Simple controls
Features
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Canal jump is based on the dutch sport of Fierljeppen (Far leaping)! Run as fast as you can, hit the pole, and then climb like crazy, or you'll end up in the drink! Happy jumping!

Screenshots

Spiraloid4 screens
Canal Jumping3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Canal Jumping at 5.0 against Spiraloid's 4.4. Canal Jumping also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). Spiraloid's advantage is ratings volume (36 vs 1) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Spiraloid sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Canal Jumping asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Canal Jumping holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Spiraloid has 36 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Spiraloid versus Canal Jumping: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpiraloidCanal Jumping
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (36 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews81.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings36 — better1
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.2
Further details — not scored
Size94 MB147 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGroo Gadgets Pty LtdRTA Apps Ltd

Customer experience

Spiraloid

All ratings36 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral5.6%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews64 reviews
Positive81.3%
Neutral4.7%
Negative14.1%

Canal Jumping

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Spiraloid

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Game lags significantly
  • App freezes and crashes
  • Tutorial issues (everlasting/broken)
  • Sound problems
  • Incompatible with newer software updates

Requested features

5 requests
  • More levels and challenges
  • More ball types
  • Ability to mute game music
  • Fix for gold ball price display
  • More content updates

Canal Jumping

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Spiraloid

One-time1
  • Gold Orb Bundle$2.99
None

Canal Jumping

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Spiraloid free?
Spiraloid is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Canal Jumping free?
Canal Jumping is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Spiraloid or Canal Jumping?
Canal Jumping is rated higher. Spiraloid averages 4.4 out of 5 from 36 ratings, while Canal Jumping averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Spiraloid or Canal Jumping have ads?
Neither Spiraloid nor Canal Jumping shows ads.

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