# Fun Run 4 vs Ice Runner

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Ice Runner at none against Fun Run 4's 10. Ice Runner also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (daily vs every 6 days). Fun Run 4's advantage is ratings volume (36K vs 2) and chart position (#14 vs unranked). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Fun Run 4 sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Ice Runner asks for nothing beyond the download.

Ice Runner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fun Run 4 has 36K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Fun Run 4 ships an update every 6 days, Ice Runner daily. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fun Run 4 | Ice Runner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (36K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fun-run-4-multiplayer-race/id1503294866/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ice-runner-save-penguins/id6811643273/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **36K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 42.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#14** | — |
| Size | 716 MB | 430 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dirtybit AS](https://appshunter.io/developer/484858667) | [SHAHRYAR MONGHASEMI](https://appshunter.io/developer/6811643275) |

## What reviewers say

### Fun Run 4

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

**Currently charting:** #14 Top Grossing · Racing, #24 Top Free · Racing, #85 Top Free · Action, #101 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 (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Runners Club Gold | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| 30 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 |
| 360 Gems | $19.99 | 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


### Ice Runner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ice-runner-save-penguins/id6811643273)

Embark on a rescue mission as a penguin, running and jumping across icy landscapes to save baby penguins and gather fish for your colony. Explore your growing home base between adventures and choose your next route from the colony map.

**Highlights:** Automatic running gameplay, Tap to jump, swipe to slide/dive, Rescue baby penguins, Collect fish for colony, Grow and explore colony base, Choose different penguin characters, Offline play supported

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fun Run 4 free?

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

### Is Ice Runner free?

Ice Runner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Fun Run 4 or Ice Runner?

Ice Runner is rated higher. Fun Run 4 averages 4.7 out of 5 from 36K ratings, while Ice Runner averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Fun Run 4 or Ice Runner have ads?

Fun Run 4 shows ads; Ice Runner does not.

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

Fun Run 4 ships an update every 6 days, and Ice Runner daily. Most recently, Fun Run 4 was updated on November 6, 2026 and Ice Runner on October 31, 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.*