# Torque Drift vs Drive Zone

Torque Drift and Drive Zone both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 83% of Torque Drift's written reviews are positive against 56% of Drive Zone's. Torque Drift also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). Drive Zone's advantage is chart position (#22 vs #170). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Torque Drift sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and Drive Zone sells 21 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 — 4.7 for Torque Drift against 4.7 for Drive Zone. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 43K and 59K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 83% of Torque Drift's written reviews are positive against 56% of Drive Zone's.

Torque Drift ships an update every 3 weeks, Drive Zone fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Torque Drift | Drive Zone |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (43K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/torque-drift/id1200357146/reviews) | **[4.7 (59K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drive-zone-car-simulator-game/id6458189799/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 43K | **59K** |
| Positive reviews | **82.7% of reviews** | 56.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #170 | **#22** |
| Size | 3.7 GB | 2.5 GB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Haymaker Games Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/6784473108) | [Jet Games FZ-LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1701096788) |

## What reviewers say

### Torque Drift

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

**Currently charting:** #170 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


### Drive Zone

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drive-zone-car-simulator-game/id6458189799)

**Currently charting:** #22 Top Grossing · Racing, #64 Top Free · Racing (US App Store)

Experience an open-world racing game with street, drift, and drag racing. Customize over 50 cars with extensive body kits, vinyl editors, and performance upgrades. Compete with up to 32 players online in various game modes.

**Highlights:** Endless open world map, 50+ customizable cars, Street, drift, and drag racing modes, Online multiplayer up to 32 players, Detailed car interiors and engine, Vinyl editor and market trading

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Car XP Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Car Credits small pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small Car XP Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Drive points small pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Car Credits small pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| CP Pack 1 | $2.39 | one-time |
| Hot Start | $2.49 | one-time |
| CAR XP Set | $3.99 | one-time |
| Drive points medium pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Car XP pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| CAR XP Set | $4.99 | one-time |
| CP pack 2 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Xmas Roar | $6.99 | one-time |
| First racing car | $8.49 | one-time |
| Credits Pack 3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| A Pile of Drive points | $9.99 | one-time |
| Bunch of Car Xp | $9.99 | one-time |
| Large CAR XP Point Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| CP Pack 3 | $11.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Drive Pass | $17.99 | one-time |
| Car Xp Pack 4 | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent graphics
- 🚀 Realistic car sounds
- 👍 Vast open world
- 👍 Variety of cars and customization
- 👍 Engaging multiplayer experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and connectivity issues
- 🐛 Laggy performance on some devices
- 🔒 Lack of controller support
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🤖 Overpowered AI opponents

**Reported bugs**

- Checkpoint issues causing cars to get stuck
- Inconsistent race results (e.g., 1st place registered as 2nd)
- Disappearing track elements during races
- Inability to log in or access account after updates

**Requested features**

- Add manual transmission option
- Implement day/night cycle and weather effects
- Expand map size and add more tracks
- Improve car physics and handling
- Introduce more affordable car options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Torque Drift free?

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

### Is Drive Zone free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Torque Drift or Drive Zone?

Drive Zone is rated higher. Torque Drift averages 4.7 out of 5 from 43K ratings, while Drive Zone averages 4.7 from 59K ratings.

### Do Torque Drift or Drive Zone have ads?

Both Torque Drift and Drive Zone show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Torque Drift or Drive Zone?

Torque Drift ships an update every 3 weeks, and Drive Zone fortnightly. Most recently, Torque Drift was updated on October 27, 2026 and Drive Zone on October 27, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Torque Drift or Drive Zone?

Torque Drift currently peaks at #170 in the App Store charts, and Drive Zone at #22. 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.*