# #DRIVE vs Static Shift Racing

The clearest difference is ads: Static Shift Racing at none against #DRIVE's shown. Static Shift Racing also leads on chart position (#132 vs unranked) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. #DRIVE sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Static Shift Racing sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for #DRIVE against 4.7 for Static Shift Racing. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 31K and 13K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 82% of #DRIVE's written reviews are positive against 80% of Static Shift Racing's.

#DRIVE ships an update every 3 weeks, Static Shift Racing every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | #DRIVE | Static Shift Racing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (31K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drive/id1366180154/reviews) | **[4.7 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/static-shift-racing/id1618130846/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **31K** | 13K |
| Positive reviews | **81.6% of reviews** | 79.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#132** |
| Size | 744 MB | 160 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Pixel Perfect Dude S.A.](https://appshunter.io/developer/498490654) | [Timbo Jimbo Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1618130848) |

## What reviewers say

### #DRIVE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drive/id1366180154)

Experience an endless driving adventure inspired by 1970s action films. Choose your vehicle and destination, then hit the road for a thrilling, obstacle-avoiding journey. Immerse yourself in a world where the freedom of the drive is paramount.

**Highlights:** Endless driving gameplay, Inspired by 70s road/action movies, Car selection, Location selection, Obstacle avoidance

**Features:** Game Controller support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #VIP Access Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| #VIP Access Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| 10000 Caps + 40 Postcards | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tier 1 Name | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| 25000 Caps + 100 Postcards | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads Plus | $2.99 | one-time |
| Legendary Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| 60000 Caps + 250 Postcards | $3.99 | one-time |
| #DRIVE Pass | $5.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All | $12.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Great graphics and visuals
- 🎨 Unique car and environment designs
- 💰 Reasonable in-app purchases
- 🕹️ Simple and intuitive controls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔄 Repetitive and monotonous gameplay
- 📦 Lack of content and map variety
- 🕹️ Challenging controls
- 🤖 Repetitive dialogue and voice lines

**Reported bugs**

- Terrain not loading properly
- Inconsistent damage/crash mechanics
- Challenges not tracking properly
- Progression system issues
- Crashes and freezes on some devices

**Requested features**

- More maps and environments
- Customization options for cars
- Multiplayer or competitive modes
- Offline mode or progress saving
- More diverse challenges and objectives


### Static Shift Racing

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/static-shift-racing/id1618130846)

**Currently charting:** #132 Top Grossing · Racing (US App Store)

Customize your dream car with extensive modification options and take it to the streets to race against real players in an open world. Compete in various race types and challenges to prove your skills and unlock new vehicles.

**Highlights:** In-depth car customization, Open-world exploration, Real-time multiplayer races, Multiple race types, Car performance upgrades, Growing car list, Controller support

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

**In-app purchases (22)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SSR Plus | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| 80 Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| Offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| 125 Credits | $1.29 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $1.29 | one-time |
| 250 Credits | $2.49 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $2.49 | one-time |
| 300 Credits | $2.99 | one-time |
| Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| 500 Credits | $4.99 | one-time |
| Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Mount Hidoro | $5.99 | one-time |
| 1,200 Credits | $9.99 | one-time |
| Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1,000 Credits + 500 Bonus | $9.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2,500 Credits | $19.99 | one-time |
| Offer | $19.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $19.99 | one-time |
| 2,000 Credits + 1,800 Bonus | $19.99 | one-time |
| 8,000 Credits + 8,000 Bonus | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth and responsive gameplay
- 👍 Excellent graphics and visuals
- 🎨 Impressive car customization options
- 🎶 Great soundtrack and audio design
- 🎮 Satisfying drift mechanics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕰️ Slow progression and grindy gameplay
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases for cars and parts
- 🔒 Online-only requirement limits accessibility
- 🤖 Overly difficult AI opponents
- 🔁 Repetitive race and challenge structure

**Reported bugs**

- Verification code not being received for account creation
- Occasional crashes and performance issues
- Handbrake getting stuck during drifting
- Inconsistent race results and scoring

**Requested features**

- Offline mode or single-player progression
- Expanded map with more diverse environments
- Multiplayer and social features (e.g., leaderboards, friends, challenges)
- More advanced engine and performance tuning options
- Adjustable camera angles and control settings


## Frequently asked questions

### Is #DRIVE free?

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

### Is Static Shift Racing free?

Static Shift Racing is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, #DRIVE or Static Shift Racing?

Static Shift Racing is rated higher. #DRIVE averages 4.6 out of 5 from 31K ratings, while Static Shift Racing averages 4.7 from 13K ratings.

### Do #DRIVE or Static Shift Racing have ads?

#DRIVE shows ads; Static Shift Racing does not.

### Which is updated more often, #DRIVE or Static Shift Racing?

#DRIVE ships an update every 3 weeks, and Static Shift Racing every 10 days. Most recently, #DRIVE was updated on September 25, 2026 and Static Shift Racing on September 24, 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.*