# Skate Surfer 3D vs Runner Coaster

The clearest difference is rating: Runner Coaster at 4.6 against Skate Surfer 3D's 3.4. Runner Coaster also leads on ratings volume (16K vs 5) and review sentiment (78% vs 67%). Skate Surfer 3D's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Runner Coaster sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Skate Surfer 3D asks for nothing beyond the download.

Runner Coaster holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Runner Coaster has 16K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Skate Surfer 3D's written reviews are positive against 78% of Runner Coaster's.

Skate Surfer 3D ships an update monthly, Runner Coaster every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Skate Surfer 3D | Runner Coaster |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skate-surfer-3d/id1520374072/reviews) | **[4.6 (16K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runner-coaster/id1629034527/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **16K** |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | **77.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 98 MB | 224 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 12.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Omer Bashir](https://appshunter.io/developer/1422493051) | [Dual Cat](https://appshunter.io/developer/1371966707) |

## What reviewers say

### Skate Surfer 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skate-surfer-3d/id1520374072)

Ride a skateboard through challenging courses, dodging obstacles and collecting items. Experience a simple yet engaging skateboarding adventure with intuitive controls.

**Highlights:** Skateboard surfing gameplay, Obstacle avoidance challenges, Item collection, 3D graphics, Intuitive controls

**In-app purchases:** none


### Runner Coaster

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runner-coaster/id1629034527)

Experience the thrill of a roller coaster ride while navigating challenging obstacle courses. Collect passengers and avoid traps to reach the end of each attraction. Unlock new skins and levels by mastering speed and agility.

**Highlights:** Obstacle avoidance, Passenger collection, Speed and agility challenges, Unlockable skins, Multiple levels with unique challenges, Multiplier rewards

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun game
- 💡 Entertaining and engaging
- 🎢 Cute and enjoyable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent sound issues
- 🔍 Lack of progression options
- 💰 Too many ads

**Reported bugs**

- Sound randomly turning off
- Difficulty progressing to higher levels

**Requested features**

- More rider options to progress
- Additional levels and content
- Improved performance and stability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Skate Surfer 3D free?

Skate Surfer 3D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Runner Coaster free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Skate Surfer 3D or Runner Coaster?

Runner Coaster is rated higher. Skate Surfer 3D averages 3.4 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Runner Coaster averages 4.6 from 16K ratings.

### Do Skate Surfer 3D or Runner Coaster have ads?

Runner Coaster shows ads; Skate Surfer 3D does not.

### Which is updated more often, Skate Surfer 3D or Runner Coaster?

Skate Surfer 3D ships an update monthly, and Runner Coaster every 6 weeks. Most recently, Skate Surfer 3D was updated on October 24, 2026 and Runner Coaster on October 25, 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.*