# Tiny Dragon Run vs Santa Fun Run 3D

The clearest difference is rating: Tiny Dragon Run at 4.7 against Santa Fun Run 3D's 4.0. Tiny Dragon Run also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 24 months) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). Santa Fun Run 3D's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tiny Dragon Run sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Santa Fun Run 3D asks for nothing beyond the download.

Tiny Dragon Run holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.

Tiny Dragon Run ships an update every 2 months, Santa Fun Run 3D every 24 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tiny Dragon Run | Santa Fun Run 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-dragon-run/id1511017612/reviews)** | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/santa-fun-run-3d-running-games/id1598882111/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 1 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 24 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 105 MB | 179 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Phuong Ta](https://appshunter.io/developer/1466076556) | [Frigate Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1293718425) |

## What reviewers say

### Tiny Dragon Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-dragon-run/id1511017612)

Embark on an exciting 3D platforming adventure with a brave dragon. Jump, dash, and glide through stunning levels, collect unique dragons, and battle evil forces to restore peace. Explore secret areas and enjoy classic arcade action.

**Highlights:** 3D platformer campaign, Endless levels with rewards, Collect and upgrade dragons, Unlock secret levels and themes, Classic arcade action gameplay, Stunning 3D graphics

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Buy money in game | $3.99 | one-time |
| Buy money in game | $6.99 | one-time |
| Buy money in game | $13.99 | one-time |
| Buy money in game | $23.99 | one-time |


### Santa Fun Run 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/santa-fun-run-3d-running-games/id1598882111)

Guide Santa on an epic platforming adventure to collect gifts and race against time. Navigate through challenging levels filled with obstacles to ensure every child receives a present this Christmas.

**Highlights:** Collect gifts, Epic platforming, Race against time, Escape obstacles, Multiple levels, Christmas theme

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tiny Dragon Run free?

Tiny Dragon Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Santa Fun Run 3D free?

Santa Fun Run 3D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Tiny Dragon Run or Santa Fun Run 3D?

Tiny Dragon Run is rated higher. Tiny Dragon Run averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Santa Fun Run 3D averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Tiny Dragon Run or Santa Fun Run 3D have ads?

Both Tiny Dragon Run and Santa Fun Run 3D show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Tiny Dragon Run or Santa Fun Run 3D?

Tiny Dragon Run ships an update every 2 months, and Santa Fun Run 3D every 24 months. Most recently, Tiny Dragon Run was updated on November 3, 2026 and Santa Fun Run 3D on November 4, 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.*
