# Fun Run 4 vs dropcult

Fun Run 4 and dropcult both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 68% of dropcult's written reviews are positive against 43% of Fun Run 4's. Fun Run 4's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly) and chart position (#15 vs unranked). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Fun Run 4 sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and dropcult sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Fun Run 4 against 4.8 for dropcult. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 36K and 25K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 43% of Fun Run 4's written reviews are positive against 68% of dropcult's.

Fun Run 4 ships an update weekly, dropcult fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fun Run 4 | dropcult |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (36K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fun-run-4-multiplayer-race/id1503294866/reviews) | **[4.8 (25K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dropcult/id1550684098/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **36K** | 25K |
| Positive reviews | 42.7% of reviews | **67.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#15** | — |
| Size | 710 MB | 1.4 GB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Dirtybit AS](https://appshunter.io/developer/484858667) | [SmokeSpotGames](https://appshunter.io/developer/1549096045) |

## What reviewers say

### Fun Run 4

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fun-run-4-multiplayer-race/id1503294866)

**Currently charting:** #15 Top Free · Racing, #16 Top Grossing · Racing, #73 Top Free · Action, #90 Top Grossing · Action (US App Store)

Compete in real-time multiplayer races against other players. Customize your animal character, collect powerups, and race through dynamic maps. Engage in head-to-head or team-based matches for a thrilling online gaming experience.

**Highlights:** 4 player real-time racing, Character customization, Unlockable animals and maps, Strategic powerups, Head-to-head and 2v2 multiplayer, Leaderboard competition

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Runners Club Gold | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| 30 Gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| Offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| 30 Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| 80 Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| 80 Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| 170 Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Runner Pass Upgrade | $7.99 | one-time |
| 170 Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| 360 Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Runner Pass Upgrade + Tiers | $14.99 | one-time |
| 360 Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| 950 Gems | $24.99 | one-time |
| 950 Gems | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 🎨 Gorgeous graphics
- 👍 Addictive and fun
- 🤩 Impressive 3D visuals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive microtransactions
- 🐢 Slow progression without paying
- 🤔 Lack of content compared to previous games
- 🕹️ Wonky controls and responsiveness

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent freezes and crashes
- Respawn timer issues
- Inconsistent power-up behavior

**Requested features**

- Bring back arena mode
- Add more animals and customization options
- Improve coin/gem earning rates
- Implement clan system and leaderboards


### dropcult

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dropcult/id1550684098)

Engage in fast-paced combat with fully customizable avatars in destructible environments. Unlock new gear, arenas, and compete in community-driven multiplayer events. Players influence the game's evolution through direct collaboration.

**Highlights:** Fast Realtime Combat, Fully Customizable Avatars, Destructible Environments, Unlockable Weapons, Maps & Gear, Hundreds of Outfits & Accessories, Community Multiplayer Events

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10,000 Hearts | $0.99 | one-time |
| 40 Diamonds | $1.99 | one-time |
| 50,000 Hearts | $3.99 | one-time |
| 100 Diamonds | $3.99 | one-time |
| 125 Diamonds | $4.99 | one-time |
| Golden Draco | $4.99 | one-time |
| 200 Diamonds | $7.99 | one-time |
| 150,000 Hearts | $9.99 | one-time |
| 10,000 Followers | $9.99 | one-time |
| 10,000 Followers | $12.99 | one-time |
| 800 Diamonds | $19.99 | one-time |
| 500,000 Hearts | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good game
- 🚀 Great graphics
- 💡 Awesome customization
- 👍 Fun and high quality
- 👍 Entertaining and satisfying combat

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🐛 Unequipped outfits issue
- 🐛 Laggy and unplayable at times
- 🐛 Purchasing issues
- 🐛 Overpowered AI opponents

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes frequently
- Purchasing issues with outfits
- Unequipped outfits after matches
- Laggy performance after watching ads
- AI opponents are too difficult to beat

**Requested features**

- Add multiplayer mode
- Improve reward system and make it easier to earn currency
- Add different difficulty levels
- Implement controller support
- Introduce quests and progression system


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fun Run 4 free?

Fun Run 4 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is dropcult free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Fun Run 4 or dropcult?

dropcult is rated higher. Fun Run 4 averages 4.7 out of 5 from 36K ratings, while dropcult averages 4.8 from 25K ratings.

### Do Fun Run 4 or dropcult have ads?

Both Fun Run 4 and dropcult show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Fun Run 4 or dropcult?

Fun Run 4 ships an update weekly, and dropcult fortnightly. Most recently, Fun Run 4 was updated on October 28, 2026 and dropcult on October 28, 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.*