# Like Dino! vs Just Dance Controller

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Like Dino! at 97% against Just Dance Controller's 16%. Like Dino! also leads on rating (4.9 vs 2.0) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months). Just Dance Controller's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Like Dino! holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Like Dino! has 196K ratings behind it against 2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 97% of Like Dino!'s written reviews are positive against 16% of Just Dance Controller's.

Like Dino! ships an update every 9 days, Just Dance Controller every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Like Dino! | Just Dance Controller |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (196K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/like-dino/id1527726706/reviews)** | [2.0 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/just-dance-controller/id1634629424/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **196K** | 2K |
| Positive reviews | **96.8% of reviews** | 16.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | #57 | **#18** |
| Size | 50 MB | 298 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hyun-joong Kim](https://appshunter.io/developer/1596706536) | [Ubisoft](https://appshunter.io/developer/317644720) |

## What reviewers say

### Like Dino!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/like-dino/id1527726706)

**Currently charting:** #57 Top Free · Music (US App Store)

A simple and fun musical game where players tap along to rhythms. Enjoy a clean interface and engaging gameplay. Be aware that game data is not transferable or restorable if the app is deleted.

**Highlights:** Musical gameplay, Rhythm tapping, Simple interface, Fun and clean design, Social media integration

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ❤️ Cute and fun
- 🎶 Catchy and relaxing music
- 🎨 Aesthetic and simple design
- 🎮 Addictive and challenging gameplay
- 🆓 No ads or in-app purchases

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Lack of character/skin variety after update
- 💰 Coins earned slowly compared to ad rewards
- 🔇 Audio issues for some users
- 🤷‍♀️ Confusing for users familiar with previous version

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional crashes or freezes
- Inconsistent ad rewards

**Requested features**

- More songs and music choices
- Ability to customize backgrounds
- Additional game modes or challenges
- Multiplayer or leaderboard features
- Seasonal/holiday-themed content updates


### Just Dance Controller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/just-dance-controller/id1634629424)

**Currently charting:** #18 Top Free · Music, #159 Top Free · Action (US App Store)

Transform your smartphone into a dance controller for the latest Just Dance games. Score your moves and navigate menus without needing extra accessories. Supports up to six players for group fun.

**Highlights:** Scores dance moves, Smartphone navigation, No extra accessories needed, Supports up to 6 players, Tracks moves with smartphone

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Works well when connected
- 👍 Convenient to use phone as controller
- 🎨 Camera mode is nice

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent connection issues
- 🤯 Pairing problems
- 💔 App often doesn't work as expected
- 🤷‍♀️ Inconsistent performance

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect code errors
- Disconnects during gameplay
- Compatibility issues with certain devices

**Requested features**

- Support for Apple Watch
- Improve camera mode tracking
- Bring back physical controllers


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Like Dino! free?

Like Dino! is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Just Dance Controller free?

Just Dance Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Like Dino! or Just Dance Controller?

Like Dino! is rated higher. Like Dino! averages 4.9 out of 5 from 196K ratings, while Just Dance Controller averages 2.0 from 2K ratings.

### Do Like Dino! or Just Dance Controller have ads?

Like Dino! shows ads; Just Dance Controller does not.

### Which is updated more often, Like Dino! or Just Dance Controller?

Like Dino! ships an update every 9 days, and Just Dance Controller every 2 months. Most recently, Like Dino! was updated on October 18, 2026 and Just Dance Controller on October 17, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Like Dino! or Just Dance Controller?

Like Dino! currently peaks at #57 in the App Store charts, and Just Dance Controller at #18. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*