# Run & Evolution vs Idle Cutter

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Idle Cutter at 7.4K against Run & Evolution's 10. Run & Evolution's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.6) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Run & Evolution sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Idle Cutter sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Run & Evolution holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Idle Cutter has 7.4K ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Run & Evolution | Idle Cutter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-and-evolution/id1642855927/reviews)** | [4.6 (7.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-cutter-wood-slice/id6449081000/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 10 | **7.4K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 16.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 186 MB | 213 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mooncake Games Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1521253916) | [Freeplay LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1232320673) |

## What reviewers say

### Run & Evolution

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-and-evolution/id1642855927)

Control a crowd by sliding and choosing optimal time gates to multiply your numbers. Aim to defeat enemies at the endzone. Discover fun content with unique levels and skin packs, with free updates planned.

**Highlights:** Slide to control crowd, Multiply crowd through time gates, Defeat enemies in endzone, Unique levels, Skin packs, Free upcoming updates

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


### Idle Cutter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-cutter-wood-slice/id6449081000)

Engage in a relaxing simulation game where you slice and dice wood with satisfying ASMR effects. Upgrade your tools to cut faster, unlock bonus levels with unique materials, and build your own lumber town. It's a stress-relief experience designed for unwinding.

**Highlights:** Satisfying wood slicing and dicing, Upgrade saw knife for faster cuts, Unlock bonus levels with unique materials, Build a lumber town, ASMR visual and haptic feedback, Simple one-finger controls

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Satisfying cutting mechanics
- 👍 Relaxing gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 False advertising about no ads
- 💸 Excessive ads and in-app purchases
- 🤔 Lack of meaningful progression

**Reported bugs**

- Money going negative at high levels
- Saw blade facing the wrong direction

**Requested features**

- More upgrade options and content
- Ability to disable ads through payment


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Run & Evolution free?

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

### Is Idle Cutter free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Run & Evolution or Idle Cutter?

Run & Evolution is rated higher. Run & Evolution averages 4.9 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Idle Cutter averages 4.6 from 7.4K ratings.

### Do Run & Evolution or Idle Cutter have ads?

Both Run & Evolution and Idle Cutter 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.*