Comparison

DanceRail3 vs TAKUMI³

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

DanceRail3

Experience a rhythm game with a new picture and original judgment system for enhanced gameplay. Enjoy continuously updated songs with no purchases or ads.

Highlights
  • New picture for fresh pleasure
  • Original judgment system
  • Continuously updated songs
  • No purchase required
  • No ads
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The latest version of DanceRail3 is here! Developed with the latest Unity 6 engine to bring you an even better experience. • Brand-new visuals for a fresh and smoother gameplay experience • Featuring our latest proprietary judgment system for even better responsiveness • New songs added regularly! • No in-app purchases! No ads! Developed with Unity 6

About

TAKUMI³

Tap falling notes in rhythm to the music in this engaging game. Unlock new songs and customize your gameplay experience with adjustable settings. Enjoy a wide range of difficulty levels suitable for all players.

Highlights
  • Rhythm-based note tapping
  • Lane and note changes
  • Over 30 unlockable songs
  • Adjustable game speed and judgment
  • Customizable lane height, angle, and skins
  • Wide range of difficulty levels
Features
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A rhythm game by rhythm gamers, for rhythm gamers — "TAKUMI³"! Dynamic lanes and note widths that shift seamlessly alongside the music and BPM. Experience a fresh take on note-tapping action that satisfies both visually and rhythmically! Over 100 songs playable right from the start! Plus, unlock tons of popular tracks completely for free just by playing through the game! [Featured Song List (Excerpt)] FREEDOM DiVE↓ / xi Re:End of a Dream / uma vs. Morimori Atsushi volcanic / DETRO a.k.a Ruze DENGEKI Tube / BACO Angel dust / LV.4 BPM=RT / t+pazolite INFiNiTEENERZY / Reku Mochizuki Grayed Out-Antifront- / Getty vs. DJ DiA ■ A Wide Range of Difficulties: From Beginners to Super Experts! With accessible charts available, rhythm game beginners can jump right in and have fun. And for the ultimate challenge, Difficulty 15 is an ultra-hardcore chart designed to push even the most seasoned top-tier players to their limits! Challenge your boundaries! ■ Deep, Professional-Grade Options Tailored to the Player Crafted by a hardcore rhythm gamer, this game features extensive customization options that scratch every itch! Tailor the perfect play environment for yourself. - Core Settings: High-speed adjustment, tap judgment adjustment (timing calibration) - Screen Settings: Lane height and tilt angle adjustment, note skin swapping - Visual Aids: Lane background opacity adjustment, lane frame visibility customization Optimize your screen to perfection, and chase down that High Score and Full Combo! Powered by "CRIWARE".CRIWARE is a trademark of CRI Middleware Co., Ltd. Terms of Use (EULA): By using this application, you agree to the Apple Standard Terms of Use (EULA). Please check the link below for details. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

DanceRail34 screens
TAKUMI³4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DanceRail3 at none against TAKUMI³'s 9. DanceRail3 also leads on ads (none vs shown). TAKUMI³'s advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. TAKUMI³ sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. DanceRail3 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for DanceRail3 against 4.8 for TAKUMI³. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 918 and 336 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 60% of DanceRail3's written reviews are positive against 62% of TAKUMI³'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DanceRail3 ships an update every 2 months, TAKUMI³ every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
DanceRail3 versus TAKUMI³: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDanceRail3TAKUMI³
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (918 ratings)4.8 (336 ratings)
Positive reviews59.7% of reviews61.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings918 — better336
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size2.7 GB491 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperYuyu LiTakumi Ito

Customer experience

DanceRail3

All ratings918 ratings
Positive96.1%
Neutral2.0%
Negative2.0%
Written reviews238 reviews
Positive59.7%
Neutral9.7%
Negative30.7%

TAKUMI³

All ratings336 ratings
Positive94.9%
Neutral1.8%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews52 reviews
Positive61.5%
Neutral9.6%
Negative28.8%

User reviews

DanceRail3

From 918 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎮 Excellent rhythm game mechanics
  • 🎶 Massive song library with variety
  • 💯 Completely free-to-play experience
  • 🎨 Appealing visual aesthetics

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
  • 🤯 Inconsistent difficulty levels
  • 🔒 Restrictive paywall for higher difficulties
  • 🔊 Annoying auto-hit sound effects

TAKUMI³

From 336 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎶 Great music selection
  • 🎮 Fun and engaging gameplay
  • ✨ Unique and challenging charts
  • 💡 Highly customizable settings
  • 👍 Good for multi-finger practice

Room to improve

  • 📉 Performance issues (lag, low FPS)
  • 🐛 Frequent bugs and glitches
  • 💸 High number of paid songs
  • ❓ Unclear UI and tutorials
  • 🚫 Unplayable without VPN (region locked)

Bugs and requests

DanceRail3

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Game crashes on skill test 8
  • Notes disappearing or changing mid-song
  • Unable to load songs or levels
  • Compatibility issues on older devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add online multiplayer mode
  • Implement account sync/transfer across devices
  • Improve difficulty balancing and progression
  • Provide option to disable audio effects

TAKUMI³

Reported bugs

11 issues
  • Game not launching
  • Data loss after updates/migrations
  • Inconsistent hit registration
  • Lag and FPS drops
  • Download issues
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  • Account creation/login problems
  • Game freezes on title screen
  • Infinite loading on results screen
  • Scores not reflecting
  • Locked songs unexpectedly
  • Unstable connection errors

Requested features

13 requests
  • Offline play mode
  • Downloadable songs for offline play
  • Improved UI/UX
  • More tutorial explanations
  • Adjustable note transparency
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  • Wider note hit registration
  • More pop/lower difficulty songs
  • Korean language translation
  • Add dark mode
  • Fix VPN issues for certain regions
  • Allow playing paid songs without paying
  • Make event songs unlockable anytime
  • Add pause functionality

In-app purchases

None

DanceRail3

No in-app purchases

9 purchases

TAKUMI³

Subscriptions1
  • サブスクパス$1.991 Month
One-time8
  • BlueBox30個$0.99
  • 黄箱x2$0.99
  • かめりあPack$1.99
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  • EBIMAYOパック$1.99
  • 黄箱x5$1.99
  • T³プレミアムパス$3.99
  • 黄箱x10$3.99
  • BlueBox300個$8.99

Questions

Is DanceRail3 free?
DanceRail3 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TAKUMI³ free?
TAKUMI³ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, DanceRail3 or TAKUMI³?
DanceRail3 and TAKUMI³ are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 918 and 336 ratings respectively.
Do DanceRail3 or TAKUMI³ have ads?
TAKUMI³ shows ads; DanceRail3 does not.
Which is updated more often, DanceRail3 or TAKUMI³?
DanceRail3 ships an update every 2 months, and TAKUMI³ every 4 days. Most recently, DanceRail3 was updated on September 22, 2026 and TAKUMI³ on September 21, 2026.

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