# Cytus II vs Rizline

The clearest difference is price: Rizline at Free against Cytus II's $1.99. Rizline also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.2). Cytus II's advantage is ratings volume (9.4K vs 330) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). On review sentiment, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Rizline is free to download; Cytus II costs $1.99 up front. Cytus II sells 16 one-off in-app purchases and Rizline sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Cytus II holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cytus II has 9.4K ratings behind it against 330, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of Cytus II's written reviews are positive against 68% of Rizline's.

Cytus II ships an update monthly, Rizline every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cytus II | Rizline |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.8 (9.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cytus-ii/id1290687550/reviews)** | [4.6 (330 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rizline/id1558094248/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9.4K** | 330 |
| Positive reviews | **73.1% of reviews** | 67.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#17** | #109 |
| Size | 3.3 GB | 439 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.2 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Rayark International Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/483529071) | [Xiamen Pigeon Games Network Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1489812265) |

## What reviewers say

### Cytus II

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cytus-ii/id1290687550)

**Currently charting:** #17 Top Paid · Music, #57 Top Grossing · Music, #132 Top Paid · Casual (US App Store)

Immerse yourself in a futuristic music rhythm game where you tap along to the beat. Explore a virtual internet world and uncover a compelling story through engaging gameplay and a vast library of songs.

**Highlights:** Active Judgement Line rhythm gameplay, 250+ high-quality songs, Over 800 different charts, Story system 'iM', Cinematic visual experience

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Battle CHAOS 2019 | $1.99 | one-time |
| COLORFUL STAGE! | $4.99 | one-time |
| Marvelous Mix vol. 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Miku Extend 2025 | $4.99 | one-time |
| NEKO_II | $7.99 | one-time |
| Aroma | $9.99 | one-time |
| ConneR | $9.99 | one-time |
| Xenon | $9.99 | one-time |
| Cherry | $9.99 | one-time |
| Nora | $9.99 | one-time |
| Neko | $9.99 | one-time |
| CAPSO | $9.99 | one-time |
| Alice | $9.99 | one-time |
| Kizuna AI | $9.99 | one-time |
| Miku | $9.99 | one-time |
| 9 Characters | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Stunning visuals and art style
- 🎶 Diverse and high-quality music
- 🔍 Compelling story and character interactions
- 🎮 Smooth and responsive gameplay
- 🕹️ Challenging difficulty progression

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive DLC characters and song packs
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and performance issues
- 🤔 Confusing tutorial and learning curve
- 🔍 Incomplete story and lack of content

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes on certain devices
- Missed notes despite accurate timing
- Glitched level progression and unlocks

**Requested features**

- Practice mode for difficult songs
- More free content and story updates
- Optimization for older devices
- Ability to create custom songs/levels


### Rizline

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rizline/id1558094248)

**Currently charting:** #109 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Experience a captivating music rhythm game where geometric patterns and beats intertwine. Enjoy dynamic charts, a unique rhythm system, and connect with others through shared musical experiences. This game offers a visually stunning and emotionally resonant journey.

**Highlights:** Full-screen track judgement, Dynamic charts, Riztime design, HP and score tracking, Social connection features

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Coin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Base Package | $0.99 | one-time |
| 500 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1100 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Unique visual style
- 💡 Intuitive controls
- 🎨 Beautiful music and charts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional frame drops
- 🔒 Login/account issues
- 💰 Paywall for full content
- 🤔 Confusing progression system

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes after finishing a song
- Inconsistent hit detection
- Verification code not being sent
- Inability to choose another song after completing one

**Requested features**

- Offline play mode
- Early/late indicators
- Customizable note sizes
- Improved performance on older devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cytus II free?

Cytus II costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Rizline free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Cytus II or Rizline?

Cytus II is rated higher. Cytus II averages 4.8 out of 5 from 9.4K ratings, while Rizline averages 4.6 from 330 ratings.

### Do Cytus II or Rizline have ads?

Neither Cytus II nor Rizline shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Cytus II or Rizline?

Cytus II ships an update monthly, and Rizline every 3 weeks. Most recently, Cytus II was updated on October 30, 2026 and Rizline on October 30, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Cytus II or Rizline?

Cytus II currently peaks at #17 in the App Store charts, and Rizline at #109. 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.*