# Canvas Run vs Complex

The clearest difference is rating: Complex at 5.0 against Canvas Run's 4.5. Canvas Run's advantage is ratings volume (33K vs 1) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Canvas Run sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Complex sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Complex holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Canvas Run has 33K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Canvas Run ships an update fortnightly, Complex monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and June 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Canvas Run | Complex |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (33K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/canvas-run/id1583922362/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/complex/id6451204254/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **33K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 29.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 263 MB | 127 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.2 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Voodoo](https://appshunter.io/developer/714804730) | [Prosopis Production For Computer Systems And Communication Equipment Software Design Est.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1697141478) |

## 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


### Complex

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/complex/id6451204254)

Engage in five distinct mini-games with online multiplayer options. Enjoy seamless text and voice chat while experiencing visually appealing 2D graphics. This game offers endless fun and entertainment for players.

**Highlights:** Five mini-games, Online multiplayer, Text and voice chat, 2D graphics, Cross-device support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1000 Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| 10,000 Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| 15000 Coins | $29.99 | one-time |
| 15,000 Gems | $29.99 | one-time |
| 20,000 Gems | $39.99 | one-time |
| 25000 Coins | $49.99 | one-time |
| 25,000 Gems | $49.99 | one-time |
| 30,000 Gems | $59.99 | one-time |
| 30,000 Coins | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Canvas Run free?

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

### Is Complex free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Canvas Run or Complex?

Complex is rated higher. Canvas Run averages 4.5 out of 5 from 33K ratings, while Complex averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Canvas Run or Complex have ads?

Both Canvas Run and Complex show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Canvas Run or Complex?

Canvas Run ships an update fortnightly, and Complex monthly. Most recently, Canvas Run was updated on September 28, 2026 and Complex on June 11, 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.*