# Beat Swiper vs Shape Rhythm

The clearest difference is monetization model: Shape Rhythm at free with in-app purchases against Beat Swiper's subscription. Shape Rhythm also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). Beat Swiper's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 7 months) and rating (4.6 vs 4.2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Beat Swiper sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Shape Rhythm sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Beat Swiper holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Beat Swiper has 17K ratings behind it against 205, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Beat Swiper's written reviews are positive against 48% of Shape Rhythm's.

Beat Swiper ships an update every 3 weeks, Shape Rhythm every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Beat Swiper | Shape Rhythm |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (17K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beat-swiper/id1494755608/reviews)** | [4.2 (205 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shape-rhythm/id6478543498/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **17K** | 205 |
| Positive reviews | **69.3% of reviews** | 48.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#169** | — |
| Size | 254 MB | 206 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Emran Shadafza](https://appshunter.io/developer/1494755607) | [Lam Dao Thi Thanh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1341395414) |

## What reviewers say

### Beat Swiper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beat-swiper/id1494755608)

**Currently charting:** #169 Top Free · Music (US App Store)

A unique rhythm game where you slash incoming beats in sync with the music. Master precise swipes, conquer endless challenges, and immerse yourself in vibrant visuals and a dynamic soundtrack. Compete with others for the highest score.

**Highlights:** Slash beats in sync with music, Precise swipe controls, Endless rhythm challenges, Immersive visuals and audio, Global leaderboards, Unlock all songs with subscription

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One Week VIP Subscription | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| One Month VIP Subscription | $5.99 | per month |
| One Year VIP Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Remove Ad + Unlock All Songs | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads & Unlimited Life | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Great mobile version of Beat Saber
- 🎨 Visually appealing
- 🕹️ Responsive controls
- 🎶 Enjoyable song selection

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Limited song library
- 🔍 Lack of difficulty options
- 📺 Cramped screen space on smaller devices
- 💰 Excessive ads and in-app purchases
- 🐛 Occasional hit detection issues

**Reported bugs**

- Disappearing cubes/notes
- Inconsistent hit registration
- Crashes or freezes on some devices

**Requested features**

- Add more popular/trending songs
- Implement custom song creation/importing
- Introduce more difficulty levels
- Optimize for larger screens/tablets
- Reduce ads or offer ad-free option


### Shape Rhythm

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shape-rhythm/id6478543498)

Experience a unique co-op musical bullet hell game. Dance through chaotic scenarios, avoiding dynamic shapes while grooving to catchy beats. Play solo or team up with friends for an exhilarating rhythm and mayhem fusion.

**Highlights:** Cooperative musical bullet hell, Rhythm game fusion, Intense and accessible gameplay, Cooperative story mode, Challenge runs, Mesmerizing soundtrack and visuals, Online and split-screen co-op

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎶 Great music and beats
- 🎮 Fun gameplay
- 📱 Good mobile port of JSAB
- 👍 Well-made and entertaining
- ✨ Cool graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

-  광고 Excessive ads
- 📉 Poorly made
- ⚠️ Unpredictable attacks
- 😵 Annoying ads during gameplay
- 🗑️ Bootleg/Rip-off game

**Reported bugs**

- Keeps crashing
- Game crashes occasionally
- Game freezes after ad
- Ad turns off all sounds
- Game bugs and doesn't let you play

**Requested features**

- Add more songs
- Add story mode and bosses
- Extend 'together forever'
- Make it a bit easier
- Show which is the boss and which is normal


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Beat Swiper free?

Beat Swiper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Shape Rhythm free?

Shape Rhythm is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Beat Swiper or Shape Rhythm?

Beat Swiper is rated higher. Beat Swiper averages 4.6 out of 5 from 17K ratings, while Shape Rhythm averages 4.2 from 205 ratings.

### Do Beat Swiper or Shape Rhythm have ads?

Both Beat Swiper and Shape Rhythm show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Beat Swiper or Shape Rhythm?

Beat Swiper ships an update every 3 weeks, and Shape Rhythm every 7 months. Most recently, Beat Swiper was updated on October 26, 2026 and Shape Rhythm on October 25, 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.*