# MudRunner Mobile vs Sideways Drift

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sideways Drift at none against MudRunner Mobile's 10. Sideways Drift also leads on review sentiment (91% vs 65%) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 5 weeks). MudRunner Mobile's advantage is ratings volume (3.1K vs 12). On ads, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

MudRunner Mobile costs $5.99 and Sideways Drift $2.99 up front. MudRunner Mobile sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Sideways Drift asks for nothing beyond the download.

Sideways Drift holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MudRunner Mobile has 3.1K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of MudRunner Mobile's written reviews are positive against 91% of Sideways Drift's.

MudRunner Mobile ships an update every 5 weeks, Sideways Drift every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MudRunner Mobile | Sideways Drift |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $5.99 | **$2.99** |
| Rating | [4.6 (3.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mudrunner-mobile/id1465720386/reviews) | **[4.8 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sideways-drift/id6756584101/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.1K** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | 64.7% of reviews | **90.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#11** | #20 |
| Size | 918 MB | 2.5 GB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Focus Entertainment](https://appshunter.io/developer/406173890) | [Londyn Brock](https://appshunter.io/developer/1861546247) |

## What reviewers say

### MudRunner Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mudrunner-mobile/id1465720386)

**Currently charting:** #11 Top Paid · Racing, #72 Top Paid · Simulation, #164 Top Grossing · Racing (US App Store)

Experience the ultimate off-roading simulation on mobile. Drive powerful all-terrain vehicles across extreme Siberian landscapes, overcoming muddy terrain, rivers, and other obstacles with realistic physics. Explore 15 diverse open worlds and complete challenging objectives.

**Highlights:** Ultimate off-road experience, Master realistic physics, 15 open worlds to explore, 16 incredible vehicles, Extreme Siberian landscapes, Dynamic day-night cycles

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MudRunner - The Valley DLC | $1.99 | one-time |
| MudRunner - The Ridge DLC | $1.99 | one-time |
| MudRunner - American Wilds DLC | $1.99 | one-time |
| MudRunner - Old-timers DLC | $1.99 | one-time |
| MudRunner - The Valley DLC | $2.99 | one-time |
| MudRunner - The Ridge DLC | $2.99 | one-time |
| MudRunner - American Wilds DLC | $2.99 | one-time |
| MudRunner - Old-timers DLC | $2.99 | one-time |
| MudRunner - 4-DLC PACK | $5.99 | one-time |
| MudRunner - 4-DLC PACK | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Realistic physics
- 👍 Faithful port of console version
- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Challenging and immersive off-road experience
- 👍 Great value for money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- 🔧 Limited graphics options
- 🔧 Lack of controller support
- 🔧 Camera issues and limited view options
- 🔧 Glitchy physics in certain scenarios

**Reported bugs**

- Watchpoints resetting after relaunching the game
- Missions not registering progress correctly
- Vehicles getting stuck in terrain
- Crane controls and functionality issues

**Requested features**

- Multiplayer mode
- First-person/cockpit view
- More vehicle and map variety
- Ability to customize vehicles
- Improved UI and controls


### Sideways Drift

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sideways-drift/id6756584101)

**Currently charting:** #20 Top Paid · Racing (US App Store)

Experience the ultimate drifting simulation with extensive car customization and challenging mountain roads. Engage in online tandems with replays and enjoy a unique lofi soundtrack. Master the art of getting sideways.

**Highlights:** Car customization, Multiple vehicles, Challenging road courses, Online tandem mode, Replay system, Lofi soundtrack

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MudRunner Mobile free?

MudRunner Mobile costs $5.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Sideways Drift free?

Sideways Drift costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, MudRunner Mobile or Sideways Drift?

Sideways Drift is rated higher. MudRunner Mobile averages 4.6 out of 5 from 3.1K ratings, while Sideways Drift averages 4.8 from 12 ratings.

### Do MudRunner Mobile or Sideways Drift have ads?

Neither MudRunner Mobile nor Sideways Drift shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MudRunner Mobile or Sideways Drift?

MudRunner Mobile ships an update every 5 weeks, and Sideways Drift every 9 days. Most recently, MudRunner Mobile was updated on October 14, 2026 and Sideways Drift on October 3, 2026.

### Which is more popular, MudRunner Mobile or Sideways Drift?

MudRunner Mobile currently peaks at #11 in the App Store charts, and Sideways Drift at #20. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*