Comparison

LightBike 2 vs Skiing Fred

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

Head to head
About

LightBike 2

Race at light speed through cyberspace in this action-packed sequel. Engage in thrilling real-time battles with players globally or challenge friends via Bluetooth. Master new jump mechanics and game modes for strategic, high-speed competition.

Highlights
  • Real-time global multiplayer matches
  • Bluetooth local multiplayer for up to 4 players
  • Strategic 'Jump' action
  • New 3D stages
  • Death match game mode
  • Pankia integration with leaderboards
  • Social networking and friend following
Features
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As a sequel of earlier worldwide mega hit, LightBike2 has finally come back with juiced up updates. Drive through the cyber space as fast as the light, and have dead heat battles with opponents all over the world! * With simple operations, anyone can have control over LightBike. * Newly "Jump" added to its action makes the game much more strategic! * In addition of normal stages,a 3D stage has been added. * A new game mode "Death match mode" has been added. * Possible to play realtime match games with players worldwide over the Internet. * Possible to play via Bluetooth with your friends. * You can play with up to 4 players via Bluetooth. * By the results of your online matches, your grade will defer with the new Grading System, and it's possible to match up with user in the same grade. * The lastet game library for iPhone, Pankia is included with Leader board and Online game match functions! What's "Pankia"? Pankia is a library for multi-play iPhone games based on technology extracted from LightBike. * A social net working function which you can follow your friends and favorite players is included! Realtime communication through the Internet is possible! Since using P2P connection between iPhone, it can support high realtime race processing games. * You can invite your followers to match games through push notification. ※Supporting iOS 4.3 or letter

About

Skiing Fred

Experience thrilling downhill action with a unique control system. Dodge traps, battle enemies, and customize your character and vehicles in this fast-paced adventure. Compete with friends and overcome extreme environmental challenges.

Highlights
  • Free-style control system
  • Character customization
  • Variety of vehicles
  • Dozens of traps and enemies
  • iCloud progress saving
  • Skill-based special moves
Features
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Enter the perfect chaos of Skiing Fred... The more dangerously you slide, the bigger the reward! Slide turbo-speed, dodge and drift through Fred's trap-ridden world as he escapes Grimmy Reaper. - Free-style control system unlike any other game - Customize and gear up your character! - Tons of insane vehicles - Dozens of traps and enemies - The best Fred Game ever! - Keep your progress through iCloud A sequel to Falling Fred and Running Fred, Skiing Fred is an over-the-top action-sports game featuring a unique free-movement system that allows you to take control of the action and perform true skill-based special moves. Get daring! Get creative! Get an edge over your friends or get them to help you beat massive Challenges destroying any enemies on your way. You'll be facing of extreme storms, apocalyptic meteor showers and blinding blizzards. Whether looking to beat records, complete missions, unlock achievements o get that particular item set collection, Skiing Fred packs a full load of fun for everyone! Visit www.facebook.com/Running-Fred for get cheats, tips and cools stuff.

Screenshots

LightBike 24 screens
Skiing Fred4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Skiing Fred at 4.7 against LightBike 2's 3.9. Skiing Fred also leads on review sentiment (88% vs 55%). LightBike 2's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ratings volume, 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. LightBike 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Skiing Fred sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Skiing Fred holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 734 and 707 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of LightBike 2's written reviews are positive against 88% of Skiing Fred's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LightBike 2 ships an update every 5 weeks, Skiing Fred every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
LightBike 2 versus Skiing Fred: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLightBike 2Skiing Fred
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (734 ratings)4.7 (707 ratings) — better
Positive reviews55.3% of reviews87.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings734 — better707
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS6.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size182 MB166 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperPankaku Inc.Dedalord S.R.L.

Customer experience

LightBike 2

All ratings734 ratings
Positive70.6%
Neutral6.5%
Negative22.9%
Written reviews304 reviews
Positive55.3%
Neutral13.8%
Negative30.9%

Skiing Fred

All ratings701 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral3.9%
Negative3.9%
Written reviews348 reviews
Positive87.6%
Neutral5.5%
Negative6.9%

User reviews

LightBike 2

From 734 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 💎 Nostalgic and fun gameplay
  • 🎨 Great visuals and art style
  • 🕹️ Simple and easy to learn controls

Room to improve

  • 🚫 Multiplayer is dead or non-functional
  • 💰 Excessive monetization and ads
  • 🐛 Bugs, crashes, and compatibility issues
  • 🕰️ Lack of updates and developer support

Skiing Fred

From 707 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Cool
  • 👍 Awesome
  • 👍 Great game
  • 👍 Addictive
  • 👍 Fun

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Lags
  • 🐛 Crashes
  • 🐛 Glitchy
  • 🔋 Takes too long to load
  • 🔒 Login issues

Bugs and requests

LightBike 2

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Multiplayer not working
  • Game crashes on launch
  • Inability to restore purchases
  • Progression and achievements lost

Requested features

4 requests
  • Bring back the original LightBike game
  • Restore multiplayer functionality
  • Implement a way to restore purchases and progress
  • Develop a LightBike 3 with modern features

Skiing Fred

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Invisible walls
  • Incorrect steering controls
  • Disappearing gems
  • Rewards not working properly

Requested features

9 requests
  • New maps/worlds
  • Customization options
  • Multiplayer mode
  • Less blood/gore
  • Falling Fred update
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  • Running Fred sequel
  • Grimmy playable character
  • Jumping Fred game
  • Racing Fred game

In-app purchases

10 purchases

LightBike 2

One-time10
  • 10 coins$0.99
  • D-Type Body$1.99
  • E-Type Body$1.99
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  • F-Type Body$1.99
  • G-Type Body$1.99
  • H-Type Body$1.99
  • 2 players mode$2.99
  • K-Type Body$2.99
  • Skull Body$2.99
  • N-Type Body$4.99
6 purchases

Skiing Fred

One-time6
  • 100 Gems$1.99
  • 300 Gems$4.99
  • 600 Gems$9.99
Show 3 more
  • 2000 Gems$29.99
  • 3500 Gems$49.99
  • 7500 Gems$99.99

Questions

Is LightBike 2 free?
LightBike 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Skiing Fred free?
Skiing Fred is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, LightBike 2 or Skiing Fred?
Skiing Fred is rated higher. LightBike 2 averages 3.9 out of 5 from 734 ratings, while Skiing Fred averages 4.7 from 707 ratings.
Do LightBike 2 or Skiing Fred have ads?
Skiing Fred shows ads; LightBike 2 does not.
Which is updated more often, LightBike 2 or Skiing Fred?
LightBike 2 ships an update every 5 weeks, and Skiing Fred every 3 months. Most recently, LightBike 2 was updated on November 1, 2026 and Skiing Fred on November 6, 2026.

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