# Synthwave Escape vs Neon Beats

The clearest difference is price: Synthwave Escape at Free against Neon Beats's $2.99. Synthwave Escape also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (219 vs 39). Neon Beats's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On review sentiment and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Synthwave Escape is free to download; Neon Beats costs $2.99 up front. Synthwave Escape sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Neon Beats asks for nothing beyond the download.

Synthwave Escape holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Synthwave Escape has 219 ratings behind it against 39, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 83% of Synthwave Escape's written reviews are positive against 85% of Neon Beats's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

## The numbers

| Metric | Synthwave Escape | Neon Beats |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | **[4.6 (219 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/synthwave-escape/id1435802053/reviews)** | [4.3 (39 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neon-beats/id1527569581/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **219** | 39 |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | **84.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#21** |
| Size | 152 MB | 231 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Moby Pixel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435802052) | [Plug In Digital](https://appshunter.io/developer/608306412) |

## What reviewers say

### Synthwave Escape

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/synthwave-escape/id1435802053)

Embark on a retro rhythm puzzle platformer adventure with an 80s synthwave aesthetic. Guide a team of robots with unique physics to escape a neon bunker and defeat an antagonist. Solve challenges through 60 stages with an original soundtrack and a humorous storyline.

**Highlights:** 60 Retro Rhythm Puzzle Platformer Stages, 8 All-New Synthwave Tracks, 4 Escaping Robots with Super Duper Physics, Robot Storyline, Dad Jokes

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 20 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 50 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Coins Deal | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎶 Amazing music/songs
- 🎨 Great graphics/visual aesthetic
- 🧠 Challenging/mind-bending gameplay
- 🤩 Fun and enjoyable experience
- ✨ Impressive novelty/innovative

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⚠️ Level 18 is too hard
- 💥 No invincibility frames
- ⏳ Stressful timer
- 💰 Needs more coins
- 🐛 Audio option bug

**Reported bugs**

- Audio option doesn't work
- No invincibility stage after getting hit
- Game won't download

**Requested features**

- Longer game or sequel
- More levels
- New music
- PC version
- More cutscenes


### Neon Beats

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neon-beats/id1527569581)

**Currently charting:** #21 Top Paid · Music, #141 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Experience a vibrant 2D platformer where your movements are synchronized with a catchy soundtrack. Navigate challenging levels filled with neon lights and abstract environments, aiming to beat your high scores and uncover hidden collectibles. The game offers responsive controls and an escalating difficulty that tests your reflexes and rhythm.

**Highlights:** Rhythm-based gameplay, 9 unique levels with distinct music, Smooth and responsive character controls, Challenging level elements, Hidden collectibles that alter music, Score system based on time, collectibles, and deaths

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎶 Amazing music and soundtrack
- 🎮 Addictive gameplay
- ✨ Great game design
- 👍 Minimalist presentation
- 💯 Well-put-together game

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⏳ Too short, not enough levels
- 😕 Some levels are too hard
- 💸 Perceived as short for the price

**Reported bugs**

- Invisible walls causing falls
- Controls sometimes send player in opposite direction
- Mechanics are a little buggy
- Tap doesn't always register jump
- Cannons sometimes don't work until level restart

**Requested features**

- Add more levels
- Level editor like Geometry Dash
- Difficulty rating for levels
- Level creator and download system
- 3D version of the game


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Synthwave Escape free?

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

### Is Neon Beats free?

Neon Beats costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Synthwave Escape or Neon Beats?

Synthwave Escape is rated higher. Synthwave Escape averages 4.6 out of 5 from 219 ratings, while Neon Beats averages 4.3 from 39 ratings.

### Do Synthwave Escape or Neon Beats have ads?

Synthwave Escape shows ads; Neon Beats does not.

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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.*