Comparison

Rizline vs Axe

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Rizline

Experience a captivating music rhythm game where geometric patterns and beats intertwine. Enjoy dynamic charts, a unique rhythm system, and connect with others through shared musical experiences. This game offers a visually stunning and emotionally resonant journey.

Highlights
  • Full-screen track judgement
  • Dynamic charts
  • Riztime design
  • HP and score tracking
  • Social connection features
Features
Currently charting
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Rhythm connects! Presenting Pigeon Games' second enchanting music rhythm game, following the success of "Phigros"! Dive into a mesmerizing journey where points and lines dance in harmony, weaving an extraordinary geometric tapestry set to the innermost beat of your heart! Game Features: - Unleash Limitless Freedom Embrace full-screen track judgement, and feel the pulsating rhythm resonate at your fingertips! Dynamic charts ensure endless musical delight for all! - Immerse in Serene Rhythm Discover the unique Riztime design, where emotions and charts ebb and flow with the cadence. Watch your HP and scores soar to the symphony of sound! - Forge Unbreakable Bonds The internet brings the world closer, yet distances many people. With Rizline, our mission is to reconnect and unite the hearts of you, your friends, and everyone. Support Twitter: @RizlineGlobal BiliBili: @律动轨迹Rizline YouTube: @Rizline Email: playerservice@pigeon-games.com Powered by "CRIWARE". CRIWARE is a trademark of CRI Middleware Co., Ltd.

About

Axe

This app transforms guitar learning into an arcade-style game. Navigate a fretboard maze by naming notes, mastering scales, and conquering triads. It's a fun, engaging way to complement traditional guitar lessons.

Highlights
  • Fretboard maze navigation
  • Note identification gameplay
  • Scale pattern practice
  • Triad mastery mini-games
  • Arcade-style challenges
  • Complements guitar lessons
Features
Currently charting
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Axe Master: Unleash Your Fretboard Fury! Embark on a musical adventure like never before with Axe Master – the revolutionary guitar education/game app that transforms learning into a thrilling game of skill and knowledge. Picture this: Navigate a fretboard maze like a guitar-wielding hero, but instead of traditional controls, you conquer the frets by naming notes on the fly. Dodge devilish adversaries, seize power-ups to vanquish foes, and obliterate obstacles with your newfound fretboard prowess. Yet, there's more to this game than meets the eye. To triumph over the challenges, you'll delve into scale patterns and master triads – the very building blocks of chords. Axe Master seamlessly integrates entertainment and education, making the fretboard your playground. Why choose Axe Master? • Fretboard Mastery Made Fun: Say goodbye to tedious memorization. Axe Master turns learning the notes on your guitar into a fast-paced and enjoyable experience. • Arcade-Style Excitement: Test your fretboard knowledge in an exhilarating arcade-style game. Can you name the notes swiftly enough to outsmart the devils and conquer the fretboard? • Tailored Learning: Whether it's note identification, scales, or triads, Axe Master offers focused mini-games to hone specific skills. Customize your learning journey and master each aspect of guitar playing. • Complement Your Lessons: A perfect companion to traditional guitar lessons, Axe Master adds an element of fun to your practice routine. Elevate your playing and watch as memorization becomes second nature. • No Strings Attached Pricing: Unlike other apps, Axe Master is a one-time purchase with no subscriptions or in-app purchases. Gain unlimited access to a world of guitar education at a fraction of the cost of a single private lesson. Unleash the Axe Master within you and revolutionize the way you learn the guitar fretboard. Transform practice into play – your journey to fretboard mastery begins now!

Screenshots

Rizline4 screens
Axe4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Rizline at Free against Axe's $2.99. Rizline also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). Axe's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and review sentiment (100% vs 68%). On ads, chart position, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Rizline is free to download; Axe costs $2.99 up front. Rizline sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Axe asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rizline ships an update every 3 weeks, Axe every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Rizline versus Axe: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRizlineAxe
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.6 (330 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews67.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings330 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
Best chart rank#192#121 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.2
Further details — not scored
Size439 MB59 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperXiamen Pigeon Games Network Co., Ltd.Takehito Furuyama

Customer experience

Rizline

All ratings330 ratings
Positive90.0%
Neutral3.0%
Negative7.0%
Written reviews293 reviews
Positive67.9%
Neutral10.2%
Negative21.8%

Axe

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Rizline

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Game freezes after finishing a song
  • Inconsistent hit detection
  • Verification code not being sent
  • Inability to choose another song after completing one

Requested features

4 requests
  • Offline play mode
  • Early/late indicators
  • Customizable note sizes
  • Improved performance on older devices

Axe

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Rizline

One-time4
  • 100 Coin$0.99
  • Base Package$0.99
  • 500 Coins$4.99
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  • 1100 Coins$9.99
None

Axe

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Rizline free?
Rizline is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Axe free?
Axe costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Rizline or Axe have ads?
Neither Rizline nor Axe shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Rizline or Axe?
Rizline ships an update every 3 weeks, and Axe every 3 months. Most recently, Rizline was updated on September 24, 2026 and Axe on September 21, 2026.
Which is more popular, Rizline or Axe?
Rizline currently peaks at #192 in the App Store charts, and Axe at #121. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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