# Canvas Run vs Join Numbers

Canvas Run and Join Numbers both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 41% of Join Numbers's written reviews are positive against 29% of Canvas Run's. On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Canvas Run sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Join Numbers sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Canvas Run against 4.6 for Join Numbers. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 33K and 19K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 29% of Canvas Run's written reviews are positive against 41% of Join Numbers's.

Canvas Run ships an update fortnightly, Join Numbers every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Canvas Run | Join Numbers |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (33K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/canvas-run/id1583922362/reviews) | **[4.6 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/join-numbers/id1600488366/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **33K** | 19K |
| Positive reviews | 29.2% of reviews | **40.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 263 MB | 313 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Voodoo](https://appshunter.io/developer/714804730) | [SUPERSONIC STUDIOS LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1499845738) |

## What reviewers say

### Canvas Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/canvas-run/id1583922362)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Satisfying and relaxing gameplay
- 🕹️ Fun and addictive
- 💎 Gems collected
- 🌈 Colorful visuals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📺 Too many ads
- 🔓 Requires internet connection to play
- 🔍 Unclear purpose of gems
- 🔻 Unfair ball reduction mechanics
- 🐛 Glitches and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Camera glitches and falls through the map
- Game freezes and crashes
- Inconsistent ball count reductions

**Requested features**

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


### Join Numbers

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/join-numbers/id1600488366)

Collect digits to form the largest number and earn virtual currency. Use your earnings to construct new barracks and train soldiers for a strategic card battle game. Enjoy a unique blend of number collection and combat gameplay.

**Highlights:** Collect digits, Form the largest number, Earn virtual currency, Build tower barracks, Fight in card battles, Use soldiers in combat

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Educational and fun
- 🚀 Engaging gameplay
- 👍 Good for kids

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Too many ads
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🤔 Unbalanced gameplay

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes
- Gameplay issues (e.g. numbers changing unexpectedly)
- Connectivity problems

**Requested features**

- Reduce ads or offer ad-free version
- Fix bugs and glitches
- Improve gameplay balance


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Canvas Run free?

Canvas Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Join Numbers free?

Join Numbers is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Canvas Run or Join Numbers?

Join Numbers is rated higher. Canvas Run averages 4.5 out of 5 from 33K ratings, while Join Numbers averages 4.6 from 19K ratings.

### Do Canvas Run or Join Numbers have ads?

Both Canvas Run and Join Numbers show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Canvas Run or Join Numbers?

Canvas Run ships an update fortnightly, and Join Numbers every 4 weeks. Most recently, Canvas Run was updated on September 24, 2026 and Join Numbers on September 23, 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.*