# Perfect Cell vs Running Fred

The clearest difference is price: Running Fred at Free against Perfect Cell's $1.99. Running Fred also leads on ratings volume (1.8K vs 92). Perfect Cell's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On device support there is nothing between them.

Running Fred is free to download; Perfect Cell costs $1.99 up front. Running Fred sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Perfect Cell asks for nothing beyond the download.

Perfect Cell holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Running Fred has 1.8K ratings behind it against 92, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 91% of Perfect Cell's written reviews are positive against 79% of Running Fred's.

Perfect Cell ships an update monthly, Running Fred every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Perfect Cell | Running Fred |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.8 (92 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/perfect-cell/id390238229/reviews)** | [4.5 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-fred/id492146903/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 92 | **1.8K** |
| Positive reviews | **91.4% of reviews** | 78.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 311 MB | 233 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Mobigame](https://appshunter.io/developer/300896021) | [Dedalord S.R.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/378692856) |

## What reviewers say

### Perfect Cell

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/perfect-cell/id390238229)

Embody a powerful creature and use unique superpowers to escape a high-security submarine base. Solve puzzles, dodge deadly traps, and engage in fast-paced action or stealthy infiltration to survive.

**Highlights:** Superpowers for escape, Action and infiltration gameplay, Puzzle solving, Intuitive multi-touch controls, 35 levels across 5 worlds, Full HD 3D graphics

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Intuitive controls
- 💎 Unique concept and execution
- 🎨 Excellent graphics and visuals
- 🎶 Great soundtrack

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Lack of content/levels
- 🛠️ Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🕹️ Challenging controls for some users
- ⏱️ Short gameplay duration

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on certain devices/iOS versions
- Control issues on larger screens
- Compatibility problems with older devices

**Requested features**

- More levels and content updates
- Level editor or creator
- Multiplayer or co-op mode
- Ability to change cell color/appearance
- Difficulty settings or options


### Running Fred

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-fred/id492146903)

Guide a hapless hero through perilous traps and challenges in this fast-paced third-person platformer. Perform acrobatic maneuvers, utilize special items, and choose from multiple game modes to survive.

**Highlights:** Acrobatic maneuvers, Perilous traps, Multiple game modes, Special skills and perks, Unlockable characters and outfits, Cross-device progress saving

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2000 Skullies Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Value Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Value Pack 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Value Pack 3 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Skullies Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| 11000 Skullies Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| 24000 Skullies Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| 60000 Skullies Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| 84000 Skullies Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| 350000 Skullies | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Customizable character
- 🎢 Challenging obstacles
- 🎯 Nostalgic experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and glitches
- 🕰️ Slow loading times
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🩸 Excessive violence/gore

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes when using Iron Fred character
- Mystery boxes not working as intended
- Inverted controls and screen orientation issues
- Obstacles not registering properly

**Requested features**

- Bring back Falling Fred and Falling Fred Z
- Add more levels and worlds
- Improve controls and responsiveness
- Reduce difficulty of obtaining in-game currency


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Perfect Cell free?

Perfect Cell costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Running Fred free?

Running Fred is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Perfect Cell or Running Fred?

Perfect Cell is rated higher. Perfect Cell averages 4.8 out of 5 from 92 ratings, while Running Fred averages 4.5 from 1.8K ratings.

### Do Perfect Cell or Running Fred have ads?

Running Fred shows ads; Perfect Cell does not.

### Which is updated more often, Perfect Cell or Running Fred?

Perfect Cell ships an update monthly, and Running Fred every 3 months. Most recently, Perfect Cell was updated on November 1, 2026 and Running Fred on November 4, 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.*