# Canabalt vs Vector Classic

The clearest difference is rating: Vector Classic at 4.9 against Canabalt's 4.3. Vector Classic also leads on ratings volume (3K vs 84) and chart position (#8 vs #139). Canabalt's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On device support there is nothing between them.

Canabalt costs $2.99 and Vector Classic $0.99 up front. Vector Classic sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Canabalt asks for nothing beyond the download.

Vector Classic holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Vector Classic has 3K ratings behind it against 84, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 68% of Canabalt's written reviews are positive against 55% of Vector Classic's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Canabalt ships an update every 2 months, Vector Classic every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Canabalt | Vector Classic |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **$0.99** |
| Rating | [4.3 (84 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/canabalt/id333180061/reviews) | **[4.9 (3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vector-classic/id562989701/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 84 | **3K** |
| Positive reviews | **68.1% of reviews** | 55.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | #139 | **#8** |
| Size | 27 MB | 237 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.2** | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Finji](https://appshunter.io/developer/287712246) | [Nekki Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1101320102) |

## What reviewers say

### Canabalt

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/canabalt/id333180061)

**Currently charting:** #139 Top Paid · Casual (US App Store)

Escape a collapsing city by running and jumping with a single button. This classic infinite runner offers new game modes, multiple characters, and a thrilling race for survival.

**Highlights:** One-button controls, Infinite runner gameplay, New game modes, Multiple characters, High score chasing, Two-player option

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple yet addictive gameplay
- 👍 Atmospheric music and sound effects
- 🎨 Unique retro pixel art style
- 💡 Randomized obstacles for replayability

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive for a simple game
- 🔍 Lack of screen optimization for newer devices
- 🔇 No option to disable music
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on iOS 14
- Sound effects not working on some devices
- High scores not displaying correctly

**Requested features**

- Ability to turn off music
- More game modes and levels
- Online leaderboards and achievements
- Controller support


### Vector Classic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vector-classic/id562989701)

**Currently charting:** #8 Top Paid · Casual, #31 Top Paid · Action, #101 Top Paid · Games, #152 Top Paid (US App Store)

Experience a thrilling arcade-style game where you embody a free runner escaping a totalitarian regime. Utilize parkour-inspired moves to navigate rooftops and evade capture. With intuitive controls and challenging levels, this game offers an exciting chase.

**Highlights:** Parkour-inspired action gameplay, Arcade-style chase mechanics, Intuitive controls, Sophisticated level designs, Over 40 challenging levels, Lifelike parkour animations

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2.000 coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5,000 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 10,000 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 6.000 coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| 15,000 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| 10.000 coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 25,000 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 22.000 coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 55,000 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 85,000 Coins | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Nostalgic and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Stylish visuals and smooth animations
- 🏃‍♂️ Thrilling parkour experience
- 💯 Best mobile parkour game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕹️ Unresponsive controls
- 🔍 Difficult to complete levels perfectly
- 💰 Ads in a paid game
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes on launch or during loading
- Trick activation not working as expected
- Levels not loading or progressing properly
- Incompatibility with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Checkpoint system to avoid restarting levels
- Endless mode or level creator
- More customization options for the character
- Ability to play own music in the background


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Canabalt free?

Canabalt costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Vector Classic free?

Vector Classic costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Canabalt or Vector Classic?

Vector Classic is rated higher. Canabalt averages 4.3 out of 5 from 84 ratings, while Vector Classic averages 4.9 from 3K ratings.

### Do Canabalt or Vector Classic have ads?

Vector Classic shows ads; Canabalt does not.

### Which is updated more often, Canabalt or Vector Classic?

Canabalt ships an update every 2 months, and Vector Classic every 4 months. Most recently, Canabalt was updated on October 23, 2026 and Vector Classic on October 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Canabalt or Vector Classic?

Canabalt currently peaks at #139 in the App Store charts, and Vector Classic at #8. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*