Comparison

Swing Slice vs Canvas Run

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

Head to head
About

Swing Slice

Features
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Introducing the most action-packed, thrilling hyper casual mobile game you've ever played! In "Swing Slice", you'll take on the role of a daring adventurer, soaring through the air with the help of a trusty rope. But the real fun starts when you let go, as your character flips and flies, slicing through obstacles with a sword that's sharper than a razor. The obstacles you'll encounter are varied and challenging, from blocks and watermelons to bananas and pencils, but the key to success is timing. You can only slice through obstacles when you're not swinging, so timing your release is crucial. As you progress through the levels, the obstacles will become more and more challenging, but with quick reflexes and a steady hand, you'll be able to slice your way to victory! The ultimate goal is to make it to the finish line without crashing into any obstacles. With simple, intuitive controls and an endless variety of obstacles to slice through, "Swing Slice" is the ultimate test of skill and reflexes. Download it now and see if you have what it takes to be the ultimate slicing sensation!

About

Canvas Run

Navigate through levels by expanding your canvas. Enjoy addictive gameplay with simple, intuitive controls.

Highlights
  • Expand canvas to clear levels
  • Easy slide controls
  • Addictive gameplay mechanic
  • Progress through levels
Features
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Make your way through level by creating bigger canvas! Slide easy-to-learn controls with addictive gameplay mechanic!

Screenshots

Swing Slice4 screens
Canvas Run3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Swing Slice at none against Canvas Run's 1. Swing Slice also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). Canvas Run's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 11 months). On price, ads and device support 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

Both are free to download. Canvas Run sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Swing Slice asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Swing Slice ships an update every 11 months, Canvas Run fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on March 26, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Swing Slice versus Canvas Run: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSwing SliceCanvas Run
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.5 (33K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—29.2% of reviews
Number of ratings—33K — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size145 MB263 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperDastan Games LLPVoodoo

Bugs and requests

Swing Slice

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Canvas Run

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Camera glitches and falls through the map
  • Game freezes and crashes
  • Inconsistent ball count reductions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to spend gems on upgrades or customization
  • Offline play mode
  • More obstacles and challenges
  • Clearer progression and scoring system

In-app purchases

None

Swing Slice

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Canvas Run

One-time1
  • No Ads$2.99

Questions

Is Swing Slice free?
Swing Slice is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Canvas Run free?
Canvas Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Swing Slice or Canvas Run have ads?
Both Swing Slice and Canvas Run show ads.
Which is updated more often, Swing Slice or Canvas Run?
Swing Slice ships an update every 11 months, and Canvas Run fortnightly. Most recently, Swing Slice was updated on March 26, 2026 and Canvas Run on September 24, 2026.

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