# Boom Slingers vs Grappling Run

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Grappling Run at 100% against Boom Slingers's 55%. Grappling Run also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.2) and in-app purchases (none vs 15). Boom Slingers's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Boom Slingers sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Grappling Run asks for nothing beyond the download.

Grappling Run holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Boom Slingers has 2.1K ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of Boom Slingers's written reviews are positive against 100% of Grappling Run's.

Boom Slingers ships an update every 2 weeks, Grappling Run every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Boom Slingers | Grappling Run |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boom-slingers/id1507936643/reviews) | **[5.0 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grappling-run/id6450657831/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.1K** | 16 |
| Positive reviews | 55.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 177 MB | 74 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hyperkani](https://appshunter.io/developer/417288239) | [Zindan Berwary](https://appshunter.io/developer/1694255845) |

## What reviewers say

### Boom Slingers

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boom-slingers/id1507936643)

Engage in 1v1 physics-based battles against players worldwide. Collect over 40 unique weapons and 70 characters, utilize bullet-time, and compete in weekly events for exclusive prizes. Play with friends on custom maps in this optimized multiplayer game.

**Highlights:** 1v1 physics-based battles, Online multiplayer, Over 40 unique weapons, Collect 70+ characters, Bullet-time mechanics, Weekly events with prizes, Custom maps with friends

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Gem pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| Season pass | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Special Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $3.99 | one-time |
| Medium Gem pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Boom Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| More Gems | $5.99 | one-time |
| Boom Pass Plus | $6.99 | one-time |
| Big Gem pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| So Many Gems | $12.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun gameplay
- 🎨 Cute art style
- 👍 No ads
- 💎 Good progression system

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- ⚖️ Unbalanced matchmaking and overpowered cards
- 🕰️ Slow progression and limited rewards
- 🔍 Lack of transparency in trophy system

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to claim rewards due to sync issues
- Nuke ability causing crashes
- Friendly battles not working
- Forced updates with no new version available

**Requested features**

- Add 2v2 mode
- Improve map design and symmetry
- Implement better card balancing
- Increase progression rewards and reduce timers


### Grappling Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grappling-run/id6450657831)

Race against time in this fast-paced platformer. Use a grappling gun to swing through perilous environments, overcome obstacles, and reach the finish line as quickly as possible. Unlock stylish skins to personalize your character.

**Highlights:** Grappling gun mechanics, Time-based challenges, Platforming gameplay, Obstacle courses, Character skins, Fast-paced action

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Boom Slingers free?

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

### Is Grappling Run free?

Grappling Run is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Boom Slingers or Grappling Run?

Grappling Run is rated higher. Boom Slingers averages 4.2 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while Grappling Run averages 5.0 from 16 ratings.

### Do Boom Slingers or Grappling Run have ads?

Grappling Run shows ads; Boom Slingers does not.

### Which is updated more often, Boom Slingers or Grappling Run?

Boom Slingers ships an update every 2 weeks, and Grappling Run every 2 months. Most recently, Boom Slingers was updated on October 27, 2026 and Grappling Run on October 24, 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.*