Comparison

Fruit Ninja® vs Temple Run

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

Head to head
About

Fruit Ninja®

Slice fruit and avoid bombs in this addictive arcade game. Master three distinct modes, unlock powerful blades and dojos, and compete with friends. Daily challenges and events offer unique rewards for skilled players.

Highlights
  • Slice fruit, avoid bombs
  • Classic, Arcade, and Zen modes
  • Unlockable blades and dojos
  • Daily challenges and events
  • Local multiplayer
  • Leaderboards
Features
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Slice fruit, don’t slice bombs – that’s all you need to know to get started with addictive Fruit Ninja action! No matter how you like to play, the free version of the game is packed with features to satisfy your fruit-destroying appetite. Challenge yourself and see how long you can last in Classic mode, set a high score in Arcade mode or simply practise your fruit-slicing skills in Zen mode. A wide range of blades and dojos are at your disposal to help you cut your way to the top. Want more fun? Take a break and experience a new way to slice your favourite fruit with minigames, or test your mastery of the game and win prizes in the daily Challenge event. Go head-to-head and show off your skills as the ultimate ninja against your friends with leaderboards and local multiplayer. Up for a real challenge? Play Event mode and do battle against other ninjas for the chance to win unique blades and dojos. That’s not all though - give yourself the edge by logging in every day and be rewarded with daily prizes, including rare blades and dojos that you can use in other game modes! There has never been a better time to play Fruit Ninja, so unsheathe your sword and get ready for an addictive, action-packed gaming experience! IMPORTANT NOTICE This game contains optional in-app purchases. You can disable this feature in the settings menu of your device. View our privacy policy at http://halfbrick.com/pp View our terms of service at http://halfbrick.com/tos Need help with the game? Email us at fruitninja@halfbrick.com

About

Temple Run

Embark on a thrilling adventure to steal a cursed idol and escape relentless pursuers through ancient temples and treacherous ruins. Navigate a maze of obstacles, collect coins, and unlock new characters in this fast-paced endless running game.

Highlights
  • Swipe to turn, jump, and slide
  • Race through ancient temples and ruins
  • Collect coins and unlock characters
  • Boost power-ups
  • Challenge friends and climb leaderboards
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The Original Endless Running Adventure! Experience the thrill of Temple Run – the global phenomenon that redefined mobile gaming! Steal the cursed idol and escape from the relentless Demon Monkeys in a heart-pounding adventure through ancient temples, jungle ruins, and precarious cliff edges. Outrun danger in the ultimate maze-running, jungle-escaping, temple adventure! - Swipe to turn, jump, and slide past deadly obstacles - Race through temples, bridges, and treacherous paths - Collect coins, unlock diverse characters, and boost your power-ups - Test your reflexes in a fast and frenzied experience - Challenge friends & climb the leaderboards "Temple Run is that heart-pounding action movie moment – but non-stop!” – SlideToPlay "One of the most thrilling and fun running games ever!" – TheAppera "A fast and frenzied experience." – IGN "Very addicting… a truly different running game!" – Appolicious Join over 50 MILLION players worldwide in this legendary treasure-hunting escape! Download now and see how far you can run!

Screenshots

Fruit Ninja®4 screens
Temple Run4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Fruit Ninja® at weekly against Temple Run's every 2 months. Fruit Ninja® also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and review sentiment (74% vs 63%). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. Fruit Ninja® sells 20 one-off in-app purchases and Temple Run sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Fruit Ninja® holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 371K and 418K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of Fruit Ninja®'s written reviews are positive against 63% of Temple Run's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fruit Ninja® ships an update weekly, Temple Run every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Fruit Ninja® versus Temple Run: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFruit Ninja®Temple Run
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (371K ratings) — better4.4 (418K ratings)
Positive reviews73.9% of reviews — better63.3% of reviews
Number of ratings371K418K — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#68#30 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size412 MB373 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperHalfbrickImangi Studios, LLC

Customer experience

Fruit Ninja®

All ratings371,174 ratings
Positive94.4%
Neutral2.8%
Negative2.8%
Written reviews1,750 reviews
Positive73.9%
Neutral6.9%
Negative19.2%

Temple Run

All ratings418,162 ratings
Positive85.2%
Neutral6.9%
Negative7.8%
Written reviews1,109 reviews
Positive63.3%
Neutral9.9%
Negative26.8%

User reviews

Fruit Ninja®

From 371K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Addictive and fun gameplay
  • 👍 Nostalgic and brings back memories
  • 🎨 Colorful graphics and satisfying sound effects
  • 🕹️ Variety of game modes (Classic, Arcade, Zen)

Room to improve

  • 🔍 Progression system is now locked behind loot boxes/paywalls
  • 💰 Excessive ads and in-app purchases
  • 🐛 Bugs, glitches, and crashes
  • 🔄 Progression reset issues
  • 🤔 Unnecessary changes to core gameplay mechanics

Temple Run

From 418K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast-paced gameplay
  • 🎮 Nostalgic and addictive
  • 💎 Customizable characters
  • 🌳 Detailed jungle environments

Room to improve

  • 🔍 Repetitive obstacles
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
  • 🔇 Intrusive ads

Bugs and requests

Fruit Ninja®

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Progression/profile being reset
  • Blade/dojo powers not working as expected
  • Frequent crashes and freezes
  • Connectivity issues (requiring constant internet access)

Requested features

5 requests
  • Bring back the original progression system and unlock blades/dojos through gameplay
  • Reduce the frequency and intrusiveness of ads
  • Add a paid, ad-free version of the game
  • Improve stability and fix bugs/glitches
  • Restore classic game modes and features

Temple Run

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inconsistent controls and unresponsive swipes
  • Crashes and freezes on some devices
  • Incorrect score tracking and display

Requested features

4 requests
  • More character and environment variety
  • Ability to disable ads for a one-time fee
  • Leaderboards and achievements
  • Offline mode

In-app purchases

20 purchases

Fruit Ninja®

One-time20
  • Bucket of Starfruit$0.99
  • Starter Pack$0.99
  • Special Offer$0.99
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  • Gingerbread Truffles$0.99
  • Horse Avatar$0.99
  • Starfruit Pack 1$1.99
  • Remove Popup Ads$1.99
  • The Gingerbread Man$1.99
  • Gingerbread Maker Dojo$1.99
  • Leprechaun's Hat Blade$1.99
  • Lucky Tavern Dojo$1.99
  • Bunny Egg Blade$1.99
  • Bunny Brook Dojo$1.99
  • Barrel of Starfruit$3.99
  • Barrel of Gold Apples$3.99
  • Chainsaw Blade$4.99
  • Courageous Horse Blade$6.99
  • Golden Ember Blade$9.99
  • Game Theme - Bluey$9.99
  • Game Theme - PAC-MAN$9.99
5 purchases

Temple Run

One-time5
  • Handful of Coins$0.99
  • Ad Removal$1.99
  • Bag of Coins$4.99
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  • Chest of Coins$9.99
  • Pile of Coins$19.99

Questions

Is Fruit Ninja® free?
Fruit Ninja® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Temple Run free?
Temple Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Fruit Ninja® or Temple Run?
Fruit Ninja® is rated higher. Fruit Ninja® averages 4.7 out of 5 from 371K ratings, while Temple Run averages 4.4 from 418K ratings.
Do Fruit Ninja® or Temple Run have ads?
Both Fruit Ninja® and Temple Run show ads.
Which is updated more often, Fruit Ninja® or Temple Run?
Fruit Ninja® ships an update weekly, and Temple Run every 2 months. Most recently, Fruit Ninja® was updated on September 24, 2026 and Temple Run on September 24, 2026.
Which is more popular, Fruit Ninja® or Temple Run?
Fruit Ninja® currently peaks at #68 in the App Store charts, and Temple Run at #30. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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