# Temple Run vs Stack Ball 3D

The clearest difference is rating: Stack Ball 3D at 4.7 against Temple Run's 4.4. Temple Run's advantage is review sentiment (72% vs 61%) and chart position (#26 vs #124). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Temple Run sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Stack Ball 3D sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Stack Ball 3D holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 418K and 847K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 72% of Temple Run's written reviews are positive against 61% of Stack Ball 3D's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Temple Run ships an update every 2 months, Stack Ball 3D monthly. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Temple Run | Stack Ball 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (418K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temple-run/id420009108/reviews) | **[4.7 (847K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stack-ball-3d/id1456732568/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 418K | **847K** |
| Positive reviews | **72.2% of reviews** | 61.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#26** | #124 |
| Size | 373 MB | 165 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Imangi Studios, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/284899742) | [Azur Interactive Games Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1296347323) |

## What reviewers say

### Temple Run

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

**Currently charting:** #26 Top Free · Action, #97 Top Free · Casual (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


### Stack Ball 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stack-ball-3d/id1456732568)

**Currently charting:** #124 Top Free · Action (US App Store)

Smash, bump, and bounce a ball through colorful helix platforms to reach the end. Avoid black platforms or your ball shatters. Speed up for a fireball or wait for your chance to roll and jump.

**Highlights:** Smash through platforms, Bounce and bump, Avoid black platforms, Fireball speed boost, Strategic gameplay, Vibrant graphics

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ADs Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Ball! | $2.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Skins + No ADS | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Satisfying visual effects
- 🕹️ Works without WiFi
- 🎢 Relaxing and stress-relieving

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💢 Too many ads
- 🐛 Occasional glitches and freezes
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 🚫 Ads still appear even after paying to remove them

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes or crashes after ads
- Unresponsive controls at times
- Inconsistent collision detection

**Requested features**

- More challenging levels and game modes
- Ability to customize ball/character designs
- Pause function
- Leaderboards and multiplayer
- Progress saving across devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Temple Run free?

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

### Is Stack Ball 3D free?

Stack Ball 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Temple Run or Stack Ball 3D?

Stack Ball 3D is rated higher. Temple Run averages 4.4 out of 5 from 418K ratings, while Stack Ball 3D averages 4.7 from 847K ratings.

### Do Temple Run or Stack Ball 3D have ads?

Both Temple Run and Stack Ball 3D show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Temple Run or Stack Ball 3D?

Temple Run ships an update every 2 months, and Stack Ball 3D monthly. Most recently, Temple Run was updated on October 17, 2026 and Stack Ball 3D on October 17, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Temple Run or Stack Ball 3D?

Temple Run currently peaks at #26 in the App Store charts, and Stack Ball 3D at #124. 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.*