# ThumBeat vs DEEMO II

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ThumBeat at none against DEEMO II's 43. ThumBeat also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 68%) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). DEEMO II's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (3.7K vs 3). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DEEMO II sells 43 one-off in-app purchases. ThumBeat asks for nothing beyond the download.

ThumBeat holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DEEMO II has 3.7K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of ThumBeat's written reviews are positive against 68% of DEEMO II's.

ThumBeat ships an update weekly, DEEMO II every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ThumBeat | DEEMO II |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thumbeat/id1386332397/reviews)** | [4.8 (3.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deemo-ii/id1531981487/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **3.7K** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 67.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#158** |
| Size | 292 MB | 3.5 GB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.2 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sprytosaur Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1386332396) | [Rayark International Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/483529071) |

## What reviewers say

### ThumBeat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thumbeat/id1386332397)

A one-handed rhythm game designed for on-the-go play. Enjoy a nostalgic soundtrack and customizable difficulty levels, playable with either hand. Push your limits with speed multipliers and multiple language options.

**Highlights:** One-handed gameplay, 8-bit electronic and guitar music, Left/right-handed play, Adjustable difficulty levels, Speed multiplier option, Multiple language support

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### DEEMO II

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deemo-ii/id1531981487)

**Currently charting:** #158 Top Free · Music, #186 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Embark on a musical fantasy adventure in a world threatened by destructive rain. Play rhythm-based music charts to clear the rain and uncover the secrets of a mysterious kingdom. Explore, interact with characters, and enjoy a captivating story with stunning visuals and voice acting.

**Highlights:** Emotional story exploration, Rhythm and adventure gameplay, 120+ songs including DLC, Interact with 50+ characters, Storybook graphics and artstyle, Movie-quality animated scenes

**In-app purchases (43)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Event Bundle E | $1.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle AZ | $2.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle CT01 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle DT01 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle IT | $4.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle IU | $4.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle IV | $4.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle ET01 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Crystal x 600 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle CL01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle CQ01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle IS01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle IS02 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle ITa | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle IUa | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle IVa | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle IC01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle HW012 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle GJ01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle FO012 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle FI012 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle FD01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle EY01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle EQ01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle EL01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle EH01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle EB01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle DI01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle DN01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle A | $9.99 | one-time |
| Crystal x 1200 | $11.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle CB08 | $11.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle CC01 | $11.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle CF15 | $11.99 | one-time |
| Mountain Arcanum | $14.99 | one-time |
| Soaring Arcanum | $14.99 | one-time |
| Devotion Arcanum | $14.99 | one-time |
| Echo Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| Crystal x 2400 | $23.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle IS01a | $25.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle IS02a | $25.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle U | $29.99 | one-time |
| Crystal x 6000 | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great mechanics
- 🎨 Beautiful visuals and animations
- 🎶 Captivating music and soundtrack
- 💡 Engaging story and characters
- 🤗 Relaxing and immersive experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🕰️ Slow progression without spending money
- 🔒 Limited free content
- 🐛 Performance issues and crashes
- 🤔 Confusing monetization model

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and white screen issues
- Touch input not always recognized
- Compatibility problems on newer devices

**Requested features**

- More free songs and content
- Improved event system and rewards
- Better camera controls and navigation
- Optimization for older devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ThumBeat free?

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

### Is DEEMO II free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ThumBeat or DEEMO II?

ThumBeat is rated higher. ThumBeat averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while DEEMO II averages 4.8 from 3.7K ratings.

### Do ThumBeat or DEEMO II have ads?

ThumBeat shows ads; DEEMO II does not.

### Which is updated more often, ThumBeat or DEEMO II?

ThumBeat ships an update weekly, and DEEMO II every 2 months. Most recently, ThumBeat was updated on October 11, 2026 and DEEMO II on October 16, 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.*