Comparison

Mobile Run vs Merge and Dig

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

Head to head
About

Mobile Run

Collect virtual apps and harness their unique powers to overcome challenges. Strategize your app collection to unlock new abilities and progress through the game.

Highlights
  • Collect virtual apps
  • Utilize app powers
  • Strategic gameplay
  • Unlock new abilities
  • Progress through challenges
Features
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Collect apps and use their powers!

About

Merge and Dig

Embark on an addictive merging and digging adventure to build a mining empire. Merge pickaxes to create powerful tools, strategically deploy them to break blocks, and collect resources to become a mining tycoon. Compete on leaderboards and earn idle rewards.

Highlights
  • Merge pickaxes for efficiency
  • Strategic block destruction
  • Unlock and upgrade pickaxes
  • Global leaderboards
  • Idle rewards collection
Features
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Hey there, future mining moguls! Unleash your inner miner and embark on a journey of endless merging and digging excitement! Dive into the addictive world of Merge and Dig, where you'll merge pickaxes, strategically release them onto blocks, and watch as your mining empire grows. Get ready to uncover valuable resources, collect currency, and become the ultimate mining tycoon! Key Features: Merge for Efficiency: Combine pickaxes to create more powerful and efficient tools. Merge, upgrade, and optimize your pickaxe collection to mine blocks with unparalleled speed and precision. Strategic Gameplay: Arrange your pickaxes perfectly to maximize block destruction and resource collection. Master the art of strategic mining to reap the most rewards. Expand Your Arsenal: Unlock and upgrade an array of different pickaxes, each with unique attributes and advantages. Tailor your collection to match your playstyle and mining goals. Compete and Achieve: Climb the global leaderboards and prove your mining prowess to players from around the world. Collect achievements and rewards as you showcase your merging and digging skills. Idle Rewards: Even when you're not actively mining, your pickaxes are hard at work. Return to the game to collect idle rewards and continue expanding your mining empire. Merge and Dig is the ultimate merging game that combines the thrill of strategy, the satisfaction of merging, and the joy of mining. Whether you're a casual player looking for some relaxation or a dedicated miner aiming to reach the top, this game offers something for everyone. Download now and start your journey toward becoming the ultimate mining tycoon in Merge and Dig: Idle Mining Adventure! The depths of the earth are waiting for you to uncover their treasures. Are you up for the challenge?

Screenshots

Mobile Run4 screens
Merge and Dig4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Merge and Dig at 127K against Mobile Run's 865. Mobile Run's advantage is review sentiment (75% vs 54%). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. Mobile Run sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Merge and Dig sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Merge and Dig holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Merge and Dig has 127K ratings behind it against 865, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 75% of Mobile Run's written reviews are positive against 54% of Merge and Dig's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Mobile Run versus Merge and Dig: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMobile RunMerge and Dig
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (865 ratings)4.7 (127K ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.4% of reviews — better54.1% of reviews
Number of ratings865127K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size212 MB433 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperYso CorpSUPERSONIC STUDIOS LTD

Customer experience

Mobile Run

All ratings835 ratings
Positive87.2%
Neutral3.2%
Negative9.6%
Written reviews187 reviews
Positive75.4%
Neutral5.3%
Negative19.3%

Merge and Dig

All ratings126,403 ratings
Positive92.4%
Neutral3.8%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews610 reviews
Positive54.1%
Neutral12.3%
Negative33.6%

User reviews

Mobile Run

From 865 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎮 Fun and interesting gameplay
  • 💎 Variety of apps/abilities
  • 🎨 Visually appealing
  • 🤩 Addictive and engaging

Room to improve

  • 💸 Too many ads
  • 🐛 Occasional glitches and crashes
  • 🔁 Repetitive levels
  • 🕹️ Controls can be challenging

Merge and Dig

From 127K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Addictive gameplay
  • 👍 Simple and fun concept
  • 🕰 Good time-waster

Room to improve

  • 🔍 Repetitive gameplay
  • 🔋 Overheating issues
  • 🔥 Excessive ads
  • 💰 Microtransactions feel forced

Bugs and requests

Mobile Run

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Ghost feature staying active
  • Ability to bypass levels
  • Crashes and freezes
  • Compatibility issues on some devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add more levels and content
  • Improve app selection and balancing
  • Reduce ads or offer ad-free option
  • Fix reported bugs and glitches

Merge and Dig

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Progress loss after crashes
  • Inability to remove low-level tools
  • Purchases not working as intended

Requested features

4 requests
  • More building options
  • Higher level tools
  • Inventory management system
  • Offline mode without ads

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Mobile Run

One-time2
  • Skin pack$0.99
  • Remove Ads$1.99
14 purchases

Merge and Dig

One-time14
  • No Ads$2.99
  • No Ads Basic Bundle$4.99
  • St. Patricks No Ads Offer 2023$5.99
Show 11 more
  • Premium Carousel Offer 01$5.99
  • Christmas 2023 Offer + No Ads$5.99
  • Daily Offer$5.99
  • Remove Ads Christmas Special$5.99
  • Lucky Rabbit Pack$5.99
  • Shop Value Pack$7.99
  • Limited Time Offer!$7.99
  • Limited Time Offer$7.99
  • Skip Pack Huge$8.99
  • Premium Carousel Offer 02$9.99
  • No Ads Super Bundle$9.99

Questions

Is Mobile Run free?
Mobile Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Merge and Dig free?
Merge and Dig is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mobile Run or Merge and Dig?
Merge and Dig is rated higher. Mobile Run averages 4.5 out of 5 from 865 ratings, while Merge and Dig averages 4.7 from 127K ratings.
Do Mobile Run or Merge and Dig have ads?
Both Mobile Run and Merge and Dig show ads.
Which is updated more often, Mobile Run or Merge and Dig?
Mobile Run ships an update every 2 months, and Merge and Dig every 2 months. Most recently, Mobile Run was updated on October 27, 2026 and Merge and Dig on November 1, 2026.

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