# Derby Madness vs Goober Dash

The clearest difference is ads: Goober Dash at none against Derby Madness's shown. Derby Madness's advantage is ratings volume (7.9K vs 323) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Derby Madness sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and Goober Dash sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Derby Madness holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Derby Madness has 7.9K ratings behind it against 323, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of Derby Madness's written reviews are positive against 77% of Goober Dash's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Derby Madness | Goober Dash |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (7.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/derby-madness/id1280965727/reviews)** | [4.5 (323 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goober-dash/id6470684038/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.9K** | 323 |
| Positive reviews | **85.0% of reviews** | 77.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1.4 GB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Dimension Technics](https://appshunter.io/developer/372972949) | [Winterpixel Games Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1585995082) |

## What reviewers say

### Derby Madness

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/derby-madness/id1280965727)

Experience intense, real-time demolition derby action with realistic car deformations and crashes. Engage in various game modes, customize and upgrade vehicles, and enjoy dynamic pile-ups and destructions on diverse tracks.

**Highlights:** Real-time simulated driving and crashes, Upgradeable and customizable vehicles, Multiple racing tracks and locations, 8 diverse racing game modes, Up to 32 cars in a single race, Replay mode

**Features:** Game Controller support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 200,000 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| 10 Diamonds | $2.99 | one-time |
| Ad Free | $4.99 | one-time |
| 500,000 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 30 Diamonds | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1000,000 Coins | $7.99 | one-time |
| 60 Diamonds | $7.99 | one-time |
| 3000,000 Coins | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great game
- 🚀 Awesome physics
- 🚀 Realistic damage
- 👍 Fun gameplay
- 👍 Addictive

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unstable after in-app purchases
- 🐛 Overheating issues
- 🐛 Unresponsive controls
- 🐛 Unfair AI behavior
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly

**Reported bugs**

- Crashing after in-app purchases
- Ads muting the game audio
- Inconsistent cornering physics
- Respawn time issues

**Requested features**

- Multiplayer mode
- More tracks and cars
- Customization options
- Demolition derby mode
- Steering wheel/controller support


### Goober Dash

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goober-dash/id6470684038)

Compete in thrilling multiplayer races against up to 31 other players. Navigate challenging courses filled with obstacles and discover hidden shortcuts to reach the finish line first. Customize your character and even create and share your own levels.

**Highlights:** 32-player multiplayer battles, Hundreds of hand-crafted courses, Dash ability for maneuvering, Customizable characters, Level Creator for custom courses, Seasonal leaderboards

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gems Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Goober Dash Deal 1b | $0.99 | one-time |
| Goober Dash Deal 1c | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Goober Dash Deal 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Goober Dash Deal 2b | $1.99 | one-time |
| Goober Dash Deal 2c | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Goober Dash Deal 5c | $4.99 | one-time |
| Goober Dash Deal 5d | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and engaging game
- 🎨 Unique and creative level editor
- 🕹️ Simple but addictive gameplay
- 🕹️ Smooth and responsive controls
- 🕹️ Multiplayer with other players

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional lag and performance issues
- 🔑 Frustrating sign-in and account issues
- 💰 Monetization model could be improved
- 🎨 Level editor could be more user-friendly
- 🕹️ Difficulty can be challenging for new players

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes on certain devices
- Issues with screen orientation and controls on mobile
- Inconsistent qualification and scoring during races
- Matchmaking and connectivity problems

**Requested features**

- Add more game modes and level variety
- Improve the level editor with more tools and customization options
- Implement a ranking system or leagues for competitive play
- Allow players to change their username
- Add more customization options for player characters


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Derby Madness free?

Derby Madness is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Goober Dash free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Derby Madness or Goober Dash?

Derby Madness is rated higher. Derby Madness averages 4.8 out of 5 from 7.9K ratings, while Goober Dash averages 4.5 from 323 ratings.

### Do Derby Madness or Goober Dash have ads?

Derby Madness shows ads; Goober Dash does not.

### Which is updated more often, Derby Madness or Goober Dash?

Derby Madness ships an update every 6 weeks, and Goober Dash every 6 weeks. Most recently, Derby Madness was updated on October 27, 2026 and Goober Dash on October 24, 2026.

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