# RuneScape vs Remote Realms

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Remote Realms at 100% against RuneScape's 31%. Remote Realms also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.8) and in-app purchases (none vs 18). RuneScape's advantage is ratings volume (6K vs 4) and chart position (#68 vs unranked). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RuneScape sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $10.99 per month. Remote Realms asks for nothing beyond the download.

Remote Realms holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RuneScape has 6K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of RuneScape's written reviews are positive against 100% of Remote Realms's.

RuneScape ships an update every 3 weeks, Remote Realms every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RuneScape | Remote Realms |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runescape/id1332022656/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-realms/id6760225185/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 31.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#68** | — |
| Size | 117 MB | 435 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Jagex](https://appshunter.io/developer/338544819) | [Kalle Timonen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1883355585) |

## What reviewers say

### RuneScape

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runescape/id1332022656)

**Currently charting:** #68 Top Grossing · Adventure, #132 Top Grossing · Role Playing (US App Store)

Embark on an epic fantasy adventure in a vast, evolving MMORPG world. Choose your path as a lone adventurer or raid with friends, mastering diverse skills and facing mythical creatures. Explore unique locations and interact with memorable characters in this enduring online experience.

**Highlights:** Vast open world exploration, Player-driven progression, Diverse skill system (29+ skills), Versatile combat options, Rich NPC interactions, Player trading system, Optional membership for expanded content

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Membership + Trial | $10.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Membership | $12.49 | per month |
| 1 Month Membership | $14.99 | per month |
| Starter Membership Pack | $14.99 | per month |
| 1 Day Membership | $0.99 | one-time |
| 3 Day Membership | $1.99 | one-time |
| 7 Day Membership | $3.99 | one-time |
| 15 Keys | $5.99 | one-time |
| 1 RuneScape Bond | $8.99 | one-time |
| 35 Keys | $11.99 | one-time |
| 75 keys + Wrapping paper | $19.99 | one-time |
| 75 Keys | $23.99 | one-time |
| 3 RuneScape Bonds | $26.95 | one-time |
| 200 Keys | $59.99 | one-time |
| 10 RuneScape Bonds | $89.99 | one-time |
| 450 Keys | $119.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Great mobile experience
- 🕹️ Smooth gameplay
- 🔥 Nostalgic throwback
- 🌐 Expansive content
- 👍 Enjoyable for long-time fans

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Cluttered UI and small buttons
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🤖 Unresponsive controls
- 💰 Expensive membership and microtransactions

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes during character creation
- Unresponsive tapping and input issues
- Dialogue and quest progression problems
- Incompatibility with certain iOS devices
- Networking and server connection issues

**Requested features**

- Customizable UI and interface
- Improved touch controls and navigation
- Better optimization for tablets and larger screens
- Joystick or controller support
- More tutorials and guidance for new players


### Remote Realms

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-realms/id6760225185)

Embark on an adventure in a magical world filled with exploration, survival, and combat. Develop skills, train companions, and master a complex combat system. Discover new towns, travel by land, air, or sea, and craft your own path to success.

**Highlights:** Explore a magical world, Level up 26 different skills, Train and befriend companions, Master strategic combat system, Travel by land, air, and sea, Craft gear and build ships

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RuneScape free?

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

### Is Remote Realms free?

Remote Realms is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, RuneScape or Remote Realms?

Remote Realms is rated higher. RuneScape averages 3.8 out of 5 from 6K ratings, while Remote Realms averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do RuneScape or Remote Realms have ads?

RuneScape shows ads; Remote Realms does not.

### Which is updated more often, RuneScape or Remote Realms?

RuneScape ships an update every 3 weeks, and Remote Realms every 2 days. Most recently, RuneScape was updated on November 2, 2026 and Remote Realms on October 15, 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.*