# Ninja Runner vs Heisting

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Ninja Runner at none against Heisting's 18. Ninja Runner also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 weeks). Heisting's advantage is ratings volume (9.2K vs 1). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Heisting sells 17 one-off in-app purchases. Ninja Runner asks for nothing beyond the download.

Ninja Runner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Heisting has 9.2K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Ninja Runner ships an update every 2 days, Heisting every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on July 5, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Ninja Runner | Heisting |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ninja-runner-split/id1621604077/reviews)** | [4.7 (9.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heisting/id6444696440/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **9.2K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 48.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 35 MB | 438 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Isaac Paschall](https://appshunter.io/developer/1613618375) | [Voodoo](https://appshunter.io/developer/714804730) |

## What reviewers say

### Ninja Runner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ninja-runner-split/id1621604077)

This game combines classic endless runner mechanics with a unique teleportation twist. Navigate obstacles, collect power-ups, and compete in various modes including single-player, split-screen with a friend, and online tournaments. Unlock achievements as you strive for high scores.

**Highlights:** Teleportation mechanic, Split-screen multiplayer, Online tournaments, Obstacle avoidance, Achievement system, High score chasing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Heisting

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heisting/id6444696440)

Embark on a thrilling stealing spree as a masterful thief, gathering a crew and planning heists on luxurious locations. Shoot your way out of trouble, upgrade your gear, and recruit more robbers to steal everything in sight and build your criminal empire.

**Highlights:** Masterful thief role, Crew gathering and planning, Heists on luxurious locations, Combat and shooting mechanics, Progressive upgrade system, Stealth levels, Wealth accumulation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small gems pack | $0.89 | one-time |
| Small gems pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small gems pack | $1.09 | one-time |
| Small skip'its pack | $2.69 | one-time |
| Small skip'its pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Medium gems pack | $4.49 | one-time |
| Medium gems pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium gems pack | $5.49 | one-time |
| Medium skip'its pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gigantic gems pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Gigantic gems pack | $21.99 | one-time |
| Elite Pass | $24.99 | one-time |
| Enormous skip'its pack | $26.99 | one-time |
| Enormous skip'its pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| Enormous gems pack | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun gameplay
- 💰 Easy to level up and make money
- 🎮 Good game to pass time
- 🎨 Awesome concept

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Repetitive levels and room layouts
- 📺 Too many ads, including during gameplay
- 💰 Expensive to upgrade weapons and armor
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches, especially in later levels

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing/crashing issues with ads
- Levels becoming unplayable after certain progress points
- Disappearing helper characters
- Spawn issues and getting stuck in levels

**Requested features**

- More varied enemy types and special effect weapons
- Ability to hire more helpers/crew members
- Customization options for characters and team
- Multiplayer mode


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Ninja Runner free?

Ninja Runner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Heisting free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Ninja Runner or Heisting?

Ninja Runner is rated higher. Ninja Runner averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Heisting averages 4.7 from 9.2K ratings.

### Do Ninja Runner or Heisting have ads?

Heisting shows ads; Ninja Runner does not.

### Which is updated more often, Ninja Runner or Heisting?

Ninja Runner ships an update every 2 days, and Heisting every 3 weeks. Most recently, Ninja Runner was updated on July 5, 2026 and Heisting on September 30, 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.*