# Dead Lands vs Gate Runner

The clearest difference is rating: Dead Lands at 3.3 against Gate Runner's 2.7. Dead Lands also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). Gate Runner's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 months). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dead Lands sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Gate Runner sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Dead Lands holds the better App Store score, 3.3 against 2.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 3 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

Dead Lands ships an update every 3 months, Gate Runner every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dead Lands | Gate Runner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dead-lands-ar-zombies-war/id1289518648/reviews)** | [2.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gate-runner-squad-rush/id6816770739/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 153 MB | 83 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Shenzhen Augmreal Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/779445557) | [ali sarsur](https://appshunter.io/developer/1849671551) |

## What reviewers say

### Dead Lands

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dead-lands-ar-zombies-war/id1289518648)

Experience an augmented reality zombie apocalypse where you must eliminate hordes of the undead to survive. Utilize powerful weapons and realistic effects in intense close-quarters combat. Compete for the highest score by taking down as many zombies as possible.

**Highlights:** Augmented Reality gameplay, Close combat shooting, Variety of zombies, Powerful destructive weapons, Realistic killing effects, Outstanding sound effects

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 60 Diamonds | $0.99 | one-time |
| 450 Diamonds | $6.99 | one-time |
| 680 Diamonds | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1180 Diamonds | $17.99 | one-time |
| 1980 Diamonds | $29.99 | one-time |


### Gate Runner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gate-runner-squad-rush/id6816770739)

Guide your growing army through strategic gates to increase your squad size. Your soldiers automatically attack, and you can find upgrades and new recruits. Battle through levels ending in boss fights, with endless levels available after completing the main campaign.

**Highlights:** Drag to control squad movement, Gate selection for squad growth, Automatic soldier shooting, Crate breaking for upgrades, Boss fights at level ends, Endless level mode, Gun and tank upgrades

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coin Pouch | $0.99 | one-time |
| Desert Squad | $1.99 | one-time |
| Arctic Squad | $1.99 | one-time |
| Crimson Squad | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Coin Chest | $4.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dead Lands free?

Dead Lands is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Gate Runner free?

Gate Runner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Dead Lands or Gate Runner?

Dead Lands is rated higher. Dead Lands averages 3.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Gate Runner averages 2.7 from 3 ratings.

### Do Dead Lands or Gate Runner have ads?

Gate Runner shows ads; Dead Lands does not.

### Which is updated more often, Dead Lands or Gate Runner?

Dead Lands ships an update every 3 months, and Gate Runner every 3 days. Most recently, Dead Lands was updated on November 3, 2026 and Gate Runner on November 6, 2026.

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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.*