# Cube Runner II vs Death Run 3D

The clearest difference is rating: Cube Runner II at 4.9 against Death Run 3D's 4.0. Cube Runner II also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). Death Run 3D's advantage is ratings volume (155 vs 28). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Cube Runner II holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Death Run 3D has 155 ratings behind it against 28, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 61% and 62% positive.

Cube Runner II ships an update every 14 months, Death Run 3D every 16 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cube Runner II | Death Run 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (28 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cube-runner-ii/id292871605/reviews)** | [4.0 (155 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/death-run-3d/id1422633546/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 28 | **155** |
| Positive reviews | 61.1% of reviews | **62.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 14 months** | Every 16 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 30 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | +12 |
| Developer | [Andy Qua](https://appshunter.io/developer/284092693) | [海龙 王](https://appshunter.io/developer/1656483810) |

## What reviewers say

### Cube Runner II

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cube-runner-ii/id292871605)

Navigate challenging 3D courses by twisting, turning, and tilting your device. Create and share custom levels with friends using an intuitive editor. Experience fast-paced gameplay with both the classic and a new time trial mode.

**Highlights:** Time Trial mode, Accelerometer controls, Internal level editor, Share custom levels, Stackable blocks for complex designs, Fast 3D graphics

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Excellent level editor
- 🕹️ Challenging time trials
- 🌟 Great nostalgia and classic feel
- 💻 Smooth performance on newer devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes, especially in level editor
- 🔧 Confusing and complicated level editor
- 🔇 Missing music and sound effects
- 💻 Performance issues on older devices
- 🔍 Lack of support for larger iPhone screens

**Reported bugs**

- Level editor crashes when switching to night mode
- Level preview behaves differently from actual level
- Inability to see score/time after death
- Tapping to restart doesn't work in time trials

**Requested features**

- Add music and sound options
- Improve level editor usability
- Implement level sharing and downloading
- Optimize performance for older devices
- Add support for larger iPhone screens


### Death Run 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/death-run-3d/id1422633546)

Experience a high-speed survival game where you navigate a neon tube filled with dynamic obstacles. Test your reflexes and coordination with challenging, fast-paced gameplay. Compete on global leaderboards and unlock new levels as you strive for the highest score.

**Highlights:** High-speed survival gameplay, Dynamic moving obstacles, Infinite running mode, Global leaderboards, Unlockable new levels, Pure skill-based challenges

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cube Runner II free?

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

### Is Death Run 3D free?

Death Run 3D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Cube Runner II or Death Run 3D?

Cube Runner II is rated higher. Cube Runner II averages 4.9 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while Death Run 3D averages 4.0 from 155 ratings.

### Do Cube Runner II or Death Run 3D have ads?

Death Run 3D shows ads; Cube Runner II does not.

### Which is updated more often, Cube Runner II or Death Run 3D?

Cube Runner II ships an update every 14 months, and Death Run 3D every 16 months. Most recently, Cube Runner II was updated on October 14, 2026 and Death Run 3D on October 15, 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.*