# Run Squish vs Smashin' Pumpkins

The clearest difference is update cadence: Run Squish at every 2 months against Smashin' Pumpkins's every 20 months. Run Squish also leads on ratings volume (17 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Run Squish costs $0.99 and Smashin' Pumpkins $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Run Squish against 5.0 for Smashin' Pumpkins. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Run Squish has 17 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Run Squish ships an update every 2 months, Smashin' Pumpkins every 20 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Run Squish | Smashin' Pumpkins |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | $0.99 |
| Rating | [4.9 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-squish/id1427455754/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smashin-pumpkins/id1438054316/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **17** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 20 months |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Size | 142 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [MetroplexWeb.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/377458509) | [NUIFISH LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/525325232) |

## What reviewers say

### Run Squish

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-squish/id1427455754)

Tap cartoon monsters to squish them in a burst of color and goo. Score bonuses by squishing as many as possible quickly, but be aware that the monsters will fight back. Unlock new environments and experiences as you play.

**Highlights:** Tap to squish monsters, Score bonuses for speed, Monsters fight back, Unlockable Halloween experiences, Fun combo system, Easy to learn gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Smashin' Pumpkins

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smashin-pumpkins/id1438054316)

A fast-paced Halloween arcade game where players tap to smash pumpkins within a 60-second time limit. Compete for the highest score by demolishing as many gourds as possible before the witching hour.

**Highlights:** 60-second gameplay sessions, Simple tap controls, Randomly appearing pumpkins, Score based on pumpkins smashed, Competitive high score challenges

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Run Squish free?

Run Squish costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Smashin' Pumpkins free?

Smashin' Pumpkins costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Run Squish or Smashin' Pumpkins?

Smashin' Pumpkins is rated higher. Run Squish averages 4.9 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while Smashin' Pumpkins averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Run Squish or Smashin' Pumpkins have ads?

Neither Run Squish nor Smashin' Pumpkins shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Run Squish or Smashin' Pumpkins?

Run Squish ships an update every 2 months, and Smashin' Pumpkins every 20 months. Most recently, Run Squish was updated on October 24, 2026 and Smashin' Pumpkins on October 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.*