# Temple Run vs Color Switch

The clearest difference is rating: Color Switch at 4.7 against Temple Run's 4.4. Color Switch also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). Temple Run's advantage is chart position (#25 vs unranked) and ratings volume (420K vs 55K). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Temple Run sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Color Switch sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Color Switch holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Temple Run has 420K ratings behind it against 55K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Temple Run's written reviews are positive against 75% of Color Switch's.

Temple Run ships an update every 2 months, Color Switch every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Temple Run | Color Switch |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (420K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temple-run/id420009108/reviews) | **[4.7 (55K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/color-switch/id1314725881/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **420K** | 55K |
| Positive reviews | 72.3% of reviews | **75.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#25** | — |
| Size | 373 MB | 563 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Imangi Studios, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/284899742) | [Color Switch Phoenix, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1453601863) |

## What reviewers say

### Temple Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temple-run/id420009108)

**Currently charting:** #25 Top Free · Action, #89 Top Free · Casual, #192 Top Free · Games (US App Store)

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Handful of Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ad Removal | $1.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Chest of Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pile of Coins | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent controls and unresponsive swipes
- Crashes and freezes on some devices
- Incorrect score tracking and display

**Requested features**

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


### Color Switch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/color-switch/id1314725881)

Navigate a character through obstacles by matching colors in this addictive, visually stunning game. With over 1,000 levels, it tests reflexes and problem-solving skills with increasing difficulty. Enjoy vibrant graphics and catchy music for endless entertainment.

**Highlights:** Color matching gameplay, Over 1,000 levels, Increasing difficulty, Vibrant colors and animations, Catchy music, Test reflexes and problem-solving

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP access - weekly plan | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Bonus Stars | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Doubled Stars | $2.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Stars | $2.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Stars | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Levels | $4.99 | one-time |
| Super Pack Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |
| 15000 Stars | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great game
- 👍 Fun and addictive
- 🎨 Lots of game modes
- 💰 Good value for money
- 🎮 Challenging yet enjoyable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 💢 Too many ads
- 🔍 Lost progress after updates
- 🔍 Removed popular game modes
- ⏱️ Laggy performance

**Reported bugs**

- Levels with impossible obstacles
- Freezing and crashing during gameplay
- Incorrect scoring and progress tracking
- Offline mode issues

**Requested features**

- Bring back old game modes
- Add more unique and creative game modes
- Implement a multiplayer mode
- Allow customization of music and sound effects
- Add a level editor for users to create their own levels


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Temple Run free?

Temple Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Color Switch free?

Color Switch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Temple Run or Color Switch?

Color Switch is rated higher. Temple Run averages 4.4 out of 5 from 420K ratings, while Color Switch averages 4.7 from 55K ratings.

### Do Temple Run or Color Switch have ads?

Both Temple Run and Color Switch show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Temple Run or Color Switch?

Temple Run ships an update every 2 months, and Color Switch every 2 weeks. Most recently, Temple Run was updated on October 29, 2026 and Color Switch on October 29, 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.*