# Marble Run 2D vs RobotMania

The clearest difference is rating: RobotMania at 4.6 against Marble Run 2D's 3.6. RobotMania also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (83% vs 52%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Marble Run 2D sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month and RobotMania sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

RobotMania holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RobotMania has 721 ratings behind it against 96, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of Marble Run 2D's written reviews are positive against 83% of RobotMania's.

Marble Run 2D ships an update every 3 months, RobotMania every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Marble Run 2D | RobotMania |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (96 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marble-run-2d/id1498313833/reviews) | **[4.6 (721 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/robotmania-physics-sandbox/id6444165242/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 96 | **721** |
| Positive reviews | 51.6% of reviews | **83.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 159 MB | 70 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Darya Vladislavovna](https://appshunter.io/developer/1067566962) | [Simon Zvara](https://appshunter.io/developer/1490607194) |

## What reviewers say

### Marble Run 2D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marble-run-2d/id1498313833)

Design and build your own marble tracks in a 2D environment. Solve engaging puzzles, utilize diverse construction elements, and earn rewards as you create unique gravitational mazes. Immerse yourself in captivating gameplay.

**Highlights:** Create custom marble tracks, Solve engaging puzzles, Use diverse construction elements, Earn bonuses and rewards, Immersive 2D gameplay

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO User Subscription. | $4.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Entertaining gameplay
- 💡 Creative track and marble building
- 👍 Fun mechanics
- 👍 Good graphics and blocks
- 👍 Game is good

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😩 Slow loading times
-  anúncios Too many ads
- 🐛 Gray screen bug
- 🐛 Pipes not working
- 🐛 Glitchy screen

**Reported bugs**

- Slow loading on second play
- Gray screen bug
- Pipes not working anymore (marbles stay on top of holes)
- Glitch when pressing PRO
- Marbles fall into the void

**Requested features**

- Add new marbles
- Add custom marbles
- Add custom tracks
- Add moving objects
- Add a new funnel


### RobotMania

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/robotmania-physics-sandbox/id6444165242)

Design, program, and play your own games in a creative physics sandbox. Build robots, vehicles, and entire worlds with realistic physics and endless building possibilities. Share your creations and play games made by a vibrant community.

**Highlights:** Design interactive mini-games and simulations, Build robots, vehicles, and worlds, Program custom rules and win conditions, Realistic physics engine, Intuitive touch controls, Community sharing and play

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Supporter | $0.99 | per month |
| Full Game | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great free alternative to Algodoo
- 🎮 Fun physics sandbox gameplay
- 🏗️ Ability to build creative robots and inventions
- 📱 Works well on mobile devices
- ⚡ Smooth performance and no loading times

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Drawing/shape creation issues after updates
- 🔐 Apple ID sign-in requirement only
- 📦 Limited building space
- ❓ Steep learning curve and unclear mechanics
- 🎮 Confusing controls for new users

**Reported bugs**

- Objects become unselectable after creation
- Cannot drag or move objects
- Drawing blocks stopped working in recent update
- Triggers are broken or non-functional
- Music cloning/duplicating issue

**Requested features**

- Multiplayer/co-op challenges
- Tutorial system for new players
- Gravity control for objects
- Trail effects for objects
- Sound effects and audio triggers


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Marble Run 2D free?

Marble Run 2D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is RobotMania free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Marble Run 2D or RobotMania?

RobotMania is rated higher. Marble Run 2D averages 3.6 out of 5 from 96 ratings, while RobotMania averages 4.6 from 721 ratings.

### Do Marble Run 2D or RobotMania have ads?

Marble Run 2D shows ads; RobotMania does not.

### Which is updated more often, Marble Run 2D or RobotMania?

Marble Run 2D ships an update every 3 months, and RobotMania every 3 days. Most recently, Marble Run 2D was updated on October 13, 2026 and RobotMania on October 17, 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.*