Comparison

5 Second Rule vs DERTIG

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

Head to head
About

5 Second Rule

A fast-paced party game where players must name three things fitting a prompt within five seconds. Face penalties for failing to answer in time, or switch to adult mode for a spicier experience. Perfect for breaking the ice and having fun with friends.

Highlights
  • Quick thinking gameplay
  • Ticking clock pressure
  • Simple rules
  • Penalty system
  • Adult mode for mature content
  • Icebreaker for parties
Features
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Looking for a game that’s fast, fun, and full of surprises? 5 Second Rule is the perfect party game for groups. It’s all about quick thinking, fast answers, and the pressure of the ticking clock. Sounds easy? Just wait until it’s your turn. The rules are simple. You get a question and have just 5 seconds to name 3 things that fit. If you do it in time, you’re safe. But if you freeze, stumble, or run out of time, you’ll have to face a penalty. The pressure makes even the easiest questions feel impossible, and that’s where the fun begins. People panic, shout nonsense, and come up with the weirdest answers just to beat the clock. It’s the perfect game for breaking the ice, getting the party going, or just having a laugh with friends. Want to turn up the heat? Switch to adult mode and take the game in a whole new direction. Privacy Policy: https://onmobi.dev/5-second-rule-privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

DERTIG

Features
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Eindelijk een spel dat onze taal spreekt. Ben je klaar met die standaard omschrijfspellen vol saaie woorden die niemand onder de 50 begrijpt? Maak kennis met Dertig: hét spel voor studenten, door studenten. De regels zijn simpel: je krijgt 30 seconden om 5 woorden te omschrijven. Maar dit keer geen stoffige begrippen, maar alleen de termen die er écht toe doen in jouw leven. Van 'hospiteren' en 'stufi' tot 'fiets' en 'de tentamenweek'. Waarom Dertig? ● 100% Herkenbaar: Alle woorden zijn geselecteerd op basis van het studentenleven. ● Altijd op zak: Geen gedoe met dozen of kaartjes die kwijtraken. ● De ultieme sfeermaker: Voor pre-party’s, brakke zondagen of escalerende huisavonden. Hoe werkt het? 1. Vorm teams. 2. Omschrijf 5 woorden binnen 30 seconden. 3. Pak die punten en domineer je huis.

Screenshots

5 Second Rule4 screens
DERTIG4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: DERTIG at every 3 days against 5 Second Rule's every 2 months. 5 Second Rule's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. 5 Second Rule sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and DERTIG sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

5 Second Rule ships an update every 2 months, DERTIG every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
5 Second Rule versus DERTIG: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter5 Second RuleDERTIG
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (30 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings30 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB15 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperOnMobiLaird Dekkers

In-app purchases

4 purchases

5 Second Rule

Subscriptions4
  • Premium3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • 5 Second Rule3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Premium (Monthly)$12.991 Month
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  • Premium (Yearly)3 Days trial$34.991 Year
2 purchases

DERTIG

One-time2
  • Wk 2026 Pack$1.99
  • Studenten Koningsdag Pack$1.99

Questions

Is 5 Second Rule free?
5 Second Rule is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DERTIG free?
DERTIG is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do 5 Second Rule or DERTIG have ads?
Both 5 Second Rule and DERTIG show ads.
Which is updated more often, 5 Second Rule or DERTIG?
5 Second Rule ships an update every 2 months, and DERTIG every 3 days. Most recently, 5 Second Rule was updated on November 12, 2026 and DERTIG on November 5, 2026.

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