# Forge Run vs Bow Smash

The clearest difference is rating: Bow Smash at 4.7 against Forge Run's 2.0. Bow Smash also leads on ratings volume (1.6K vs 1) and review sentiment (16% vs 0%). Forge Run's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 20). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bow Smash sells 20 one-off in-app purchases. Forge Run asks for nothing beyond the download.

Bow Smash holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bow Smash has 1.6K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Forge Run's written reviews are positive against 16% of Bow Smash's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Forge Run | Bow Smash |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forge-run/id1602525075/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bow-smash-archery-king/id6503169998/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **1.6K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **16.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 77 MB | 251 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Studio Billion Oyun Teknolojileri Anonim Sirketi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1376600366) | [Freeplay LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1232320673) |

## What reviewers say

### Forge Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forge-run/id1602525075)

Master the art of blacksmithing to craft weapons, goods, and items. Utilize various tools to learn the trade and forge your path to success. Experience a unique crafting and running adventure.

**Highlights:** Forge weapons, goods, and items, Learn blacksmithing craft, Utilize various tools, Engage in a running adventure, Item creation and forging

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Bow Smash

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bow-smash-archery-king/id6503169998)

Engage in an archery battle where you merge arrows to create powerful projectiles. Aim, shoot, and overcome obstacles and enemies in this action-packed target game. Discover rewards, enhance your gear, and prove your precision to become the ultimate archery king or queen.

**Highlights:** Merge arrows for increased power, Aim and shoot targets, Overcome obstacle courses, Defeat enemies and bosses, Enhance bow and arrows with buffs, Discover treasure chests

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Money Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Skip It Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Friend Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| One Time Offer Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Skip It Pack 2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Victory Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Money Pack 2 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Best Seller Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Money Pack 3 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Skip It Pack 3 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Skip It Pack 4 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Money Pack 4 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Skip It Pack 5 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Money Pack 5 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Skip It Pack 6 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Money Pack 6 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Ads Free Pack | $24.99 | one-time |
| Rich Pack | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good game
- 👍 Fun and enjoyable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Too many ads
- 🔒 Ads lock up the game
- 🔒 Ads disrupt gameplay
- 🐛 Progression issues
- 🐛 Soft locks and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Progression stops at certain arrow levels
- Arrows reset to level 1 unexpectedly
- Inability to sell or merge arrows

**Requested features**

- Ability to disable ads
- Improved progression and upgrade system
- Better arrow management and merging


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Forge Run free?

Forge Run is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Bow Smash free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Forge Run or Bow Smash?

Bow Smash is rated higher. Forge Run averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Bow Smash averages 4.7 from 1.6K ratings.

### Do Forge Run or Bow Smash have ads?

Both Forge Run and Bow Smash show ads.

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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.*