# CarX Drift Racing 2 vs Torque Drift

The clearest difference is ads: CarX Drift Racing 2 at none against Torque Drift's shown. Torque Drift's advantage is review sentiment (83% vs 70%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CarX Drift Racing 2 sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per month and Torque Drift sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for CarX Drift Racing 2 against 4.7 for Torque Drift. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 38K and 43K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 70% of CarX Drift Racing 2's written reviews are positive against 83% of Torque Drift's.

CarX Drift Racing 2 ships an update every 5 weeks, Torque Drift every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | CarX Drift Racing 2 | Torque Drift |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (38K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/carx-drift-racing-2/id1198510863/reviews) | **[4.7 (43K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/torque-drift/id1200357146/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 38K | **43K** |
| Positive reviews | 70.2% of reviews | **82.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#50** | #133 |
| Size | 3.0 GB | 3.7 GB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CarX Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/1179670377) | [Haymaker Games Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/6784473108) |

## What reviewers say

### CarX Drift Racing 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/carx-drift-racing-2/id1198510863)

**Currently charting:** #50 Top Grossing · Racing, #84 Top Free · Racing, #88 Top Grossing · Sports, #96 Top Free · Sports (US App Store)

Experience realistic drift racing with friends in real-time multiplayer rooms. Customize your cars with extensive visual and performance tuning options. Master advanced techniques like tandem drifting with the innovative XDS system.

**Highlights:** Real-time multiplayer drift rooms, Extensive visual car customization, Advanced performance tuning, Realistic driving physics, Tandem drifting with XDS system, Online championships and club racing

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All Access  (Monthly) | $4.49 | per month |
| SILVER. Great deal. | $1.49 | one-time |
| SILVER. Limited set. | $1.49 | one-time |
| GOLD. Great deal. | $2.49 | one-time |
| GOLD. Limited set. | $2.49 | one-time |
| SILVER. Balanced set | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| GOLD. Balanced set | $5.99 | one-time |
| SILVER. Big set. | $6.99 | one-time |
| SILVER. Large set. | $10.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Amazing graphics and physics
- 👍 Excellent drifting experience
- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Tons of customization options
- 🚀 Realistic engine sounds

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 💰 Expensive upgrades and cars
- 🕰️ Slow progression and earning money
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🤖 Multiplayer issues like hackers and unfair matchmaking

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes and freezes
- Clipping issues with objects
- Inconsistent car performance between single-player and multiplayer
- Incorrect rewards and currency not being awarded properly

**Requested features**

- Selling/trading unwanted cars
- More tracks and maps
- Engine swapping
- Improved fuel/energy system
- Ability to create custom tracks


### Torque Drift

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/torque-drift/id1200357146)

**Currently charting:** #133 Top Grossing · Racing (US App Store)

Compete in realistic online tandem drift battles to become a drift king. Build and customize your car with real parts, paint jobs, and sponsors. Experience stunning graphics, realistic physics, and in-depth tuning.

**Highlights:** Online multiplayer tandem drifting, Realistic drifting physics, In-depth car tuning, Custom livery painting, Real branded sponsors, Stunning graphics

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bullion Package 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Stock RX7 | $2.99 | one-time |
| George K's 370z | $3.99 | one-time |
| Charles Ng | $4.99 | one-time |
| GUMOUT GT4586 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bullion Package 2 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Dan Burkett Driver Car | $9.99 | one-time |
| Adam LZ Starter Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Mad Mike RX7 | $13.99 | one-time |
| Bullion Package 3 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Bullion Package 4 | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Realistic drifting physics
- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 💎 Excellent car customization
- 🏆 Challenging but rewarding
- 🎨 Great graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🕰️ Slow progression and earning of in-game currency
- 💰 Expensive premium cars
- 🤖 Overpowered AI opponents
- 🔀 Inconsistent controls and settings

**Reported bugs**

- Disappearing parts and cars after updates
- Inconsistent scoring and disqualifications
- Control settings resetting between sessions
- Multiplayer connection issues and matchmaking problems

**Requested features**

- More car selection and customization options
- Improved sponsorship and event system
- Private lobbies and multiplayer modes
- Ability to save and transfer progress across devices
- More realistic engine and exhaust sounds


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CarX Drift Racing 2 free?

CarX Drift Racing 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Torque Drift free?

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

### Which has better reviews, CarX Drift Racing 2 or Torque Drift?

Torque Drift is rated higher. CarX Drift Racing 2 averages 4.6 out of 5 from 38K ratings, while Torque Drift averages 4.7 from 43K ratings.

### Do CarX Drift Racing 2 or Torque Drift have ads?

Torque Drift shows ads; CarX Drift Racing 2 does not.

### Which is updated more often, CarX Drift Racing 2 or Torque Drift?

CarX Drift Racing 2 ships an update every 5 weeks, and Torque Drift every 3 weeks. Most recently, CarX Drift Racing 2 was updated on September 24, 2026 and Torque Drift on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, CarX Drift Racing 2 or Torque Drift?

CarX Drift Racing 2 currently peaks at #50 in the App Store charts, and Torque Drift at #133. 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.*