# GRID™ Autosport Custom Edition vs Static Shift Racing

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Static Shift Racing at 80% against GRID™ Autosport Custom Edition's 47%. Static Shift Racing also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months) and rating (4.7 vs 4.3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GRID™ Autosport Custom Edition sells 12 one-off in-app purchases and Static Shift Racing sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Static Shift Racing holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Static Shift Racing has 13K ratings behind it against 1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of GRID™ Autosport Custom Edition's written reviews are positive against 80% of Static Shift Racing's.

GRID™ Autosport Custom Edition ships an update every 4 months, Static Shift Racing every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GRID™ Autosport Custom Edition | Static Shift Racing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-autosport-custom-edition/id1551356749/reviews) | **[4.7 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/static-shift-racing/id1618130846/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1K | **13K** |
| Positive reviews | 46.6% of reviews | **79.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #153 | **#105** |
| Size | 1.5 GB | 161 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Feral Interactive Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/402470125) | [Timbo Jimbo Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1618130848) |

## What reviewers say

### GRID™ Autosport Custom Edition

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-autosport-custom-edition/id1551356749)

**Currently charting:** #153 Top Free · Racing, #166 Top Grossing · Racing (US App Store)

Experience console-quality racing with customizable controls and scalable difficulty. Test drive the core game for free, then purchase additional content packs for new cars and tracks to tailor your racing career.

**Highlights:** Free test drive of core game, Purchaseable content packs, Console-quality visuals, Customizable controls, Scalable difficulty

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bonus | $0.99 | one-time |
| Sprint | $1.99 | one-time |
| Touring Legends | $1.99 | one-time |
| Touring | $2.99 | one-time |
| Endurance | $2.99 | one-time |
| Open Wheel | $2.99 | one-time |
| Tuner | $2.99 | one-time |
| Street | $2.99 | one-time |
| Complete Game | $6.99 | one-time |
| Complete Game | $7.99 | one-time |
| Complete Game | $8.99 | one-time |
| Full Game | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent graphics and realistic physics
- 👍 Console-quality racing experience on mobile
- 🎮 Good controller support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paywall for most content and features
- 🤔 Confusing free vs paid versions
- 🤯 Overwhelming controls and customization options for beginners

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes on some devices
- Inconsistent performance and frame rate
- Issues with controller compatibility and settings

**Requested features**

- Add more cars and tracks
- Implement free-roam mode
- Improve AI collision awareness
- Introduce weather effects and pit stops


### Static Shift Racing

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/static-shift-racing/id1618130846)

**Currently charting:** #105 Top Grossing · Racing (US App Store)

Customize your dream car with extensive modification options and take it to the streets to race against real players in an open world. Compete in various race types and challenges to prove your skills and unlock new vehicles.

**Highlights:** In-depth car customization, Open-world exploration, Real-time multiplayer races, Multiple race types, Car performance upgrades, Growing car list, Controller support

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

**In-app purchases (22)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SSR Plus | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| 80 Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| Offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| 125 Credits | $1.29 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $1.29 | one-time |
| 250 Credits | $2.49 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $2.49 | one-time |
| 300 Credits | $2.99 | one-time |
| Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| 500 Credits | $4.99 | one-time |
| Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Mount Hidoro | $5.99 | one-time |
| 1,200 Credits | $9.99 | one-time |
| Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1,000 Credits + 500 Bonus | $9.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2,500 Credits | $19.99 | one-time |
| Offer | $19.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $19.99 | one-time |
| 2,000 Credits + 1,800 Bonus | $19.99 | one-time |
| 8,000 Credits + 8,000 Bonus | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth and responsive gameplay
- 👍 Excellent graphics and visuals
- 🎨 Impressive car customization options
- 🎶 Great soundtrack and audio design
- 🎮 Satisfying drift mechanics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕰️ Slow progression and grindy gameplay
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases for cars and parts
- 🔒 Online-only requirement limits accessibility
- 🤖 Overly difficult AI opponents
- 🔁 Repetitive race and challenge structure

**Reported bugs**

- Verification code not being received for account creation
- Occasional crashes and performance issues
- Handbrake getting stuck during drifting
- Inconsistent race results and scoring

**Requested features**

- Offline mode or single-player progression
- Expanded map with more diverse environments
- Multiplayer and social features (e.g., leaderboards, friends, challenges)
- More advanced engine and performance tuning options
- Adjustable camera angles and control settings


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GRID™ Autosport Custom Edition free?

GRID™ Autosport Custom Edition is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Static Shift Racing free?

Static Shift Racing is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, GRID™ Autosport Custom Edition or Static Shift Racing?

Static Shift Racing is rated higher. GRID™ Autosport Custom Edition averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while Static Shift Racing averages 4.7 from 13K ratings.

### Do GRID™ Autosport Custom Edition or Static Shift Racing have ads?

Neither GRID™ Autosport Custom Edition nor Static Shift Racing shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GRID™ Autosport Custom Edition or Static Shift Racing?

GRID™ Autosport Custom Edition ships an update every 4 months, and Static Shift Racing every 2 weeks. Most recently, GRID™ Autosport Custom Edition was updated on October 29, 2026 and Static Shift Racing on October 31, 2026.

### Which is more popular, GRID™ Autosport Custom Edition or Static Shift Racing?

GRID™ Autosport Custom Edition currently peaks at #153 in the App Store charts, and Static Shift Racing at #105. 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.*