Comparison

Temple Run vs Sonic Dash Run

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

Head to head
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!

About

Sonic Dash Run

Experience fast-paced endless runner action with iconic characters like Sonic the Hedgehog. Race through vibrant 3D courses, dodge obstacles, collect rings, and battle familiar villains. Unlock new characters and explore classic Sonic environments in this exciting mobile game.

Highlights
  • Endless runner gameplay
  • Collect rings and power-ups
  • Battle iconic bosses
  • Unlock and play as Sonic characters
  • Explore classic Sonic levels
  • Easy-to-use controls
Currently charting
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Speed through epic endless runner action in Sonic Dash! Run, jump, spin, and race across stunning 3D courses with Sonic the Hedgehog and friends in SEGA’s hit fast-paced runner game. Dash through iconic zones, dodge obstacles, collect rings, and defeat powerful bosses in an adrenaline-fueled adventure packed with nonstop action, lightning-fast gameplay, and exciting events! Play as Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, Shadow, Amy, Blaze, Silver, and many more legendary Sonic characters. Unlock new runners, upgrade your abilities, and build the ultimate team as you compete in thrilling endless races and special limited-time challenges. Feel the rush of high-speed runner gameplay with easy controls, explosive boosts, and cinematic environments inspired by the Sonic universe. Whether you love arcade games, offline runner games, racing games, or action-packed adventures, Sonic Dash delivers endless fun for players of all ages. Race through iconic Sonic worlds including Green Hill Zone, Sky Sanctuary, Beach Zone, and more. Sprint across high-speed tracks, dodge traps, and blast through Badniks with Sonic’s signature Spin Dash attack. Take on epic boss battles against Dr. Eggman, Zazz, and other powerful enemies. Dodge attacks, react fast, and unleash powerful moves to earn huge rewards and dominate the leaderboards. Join fast-paced Blitz events and special seasonal challenges to unlock exclusive characters, rewards, and powerful upgrades. Compete in daily missions, complete exciting objectives, and discover new adventures every week. SONIC DASH FEATURES: EPIC ENDLESS RUNNER ACTION • Run, race, jump, and dash at incredible speed • Experience smooth and fast-paced endless runner gameplay • Easy-to-use controls designed for quick reflexes and nonstop action • Collect rings, power-ups, boosters, and rewards PLAY AS YOUR FAVORITE SONIC CHARACTERS • Unlock Sonic, Shadow, Tails, Knuckles, Shadow, Amy, Rouge, Blaze, Silver, and more • Upgrade characters with unique powers and abilities • Discover new costumes, special variants, and rare event characters FAST-PACED BLITZ EVENTS • Compete in limited-time blitz events and special challenges • Unlock exclusive rewards, characters, and collectibles • Climb leaderboards and complete daily missions ICONIC SONIC WORLDS IN 3D • Race through Green Hill Zone, Sky Sanctuary, Beach Zone, and more • Enjoy visually stunning 3D runner environments • Dash through loops, corkscrews, underwater paths, and high-speed tracks EPIC BOSS BATTLES • Battle Dr. Eggman, Zazz, and dangerous enemies • Dodge attacks and strike back with powerful Spin Dash moves • Earn massive rewards and high scores MORE THAN AN ENDLESS RUNNER • Rescue animal friends and explore the Sonic universe • Customize and upgrade your experience • Discover fresh content, events, and surprises regularly If you love endless runner games, racing games, fast arcade action, and Sonic adventures, Sonic Dash is the ultimate speed experience. Download now and start running! ------ Privacy Policy: http://www.sega.com/mprivacy/ Terms of Use: http://www.sega.com/Mobile_EULA SEGA’s Sonic Dash is ad-supported and in-app purchases are not required to progress. Ad-free play is available with an in-app purchase. Other than for users known to be under 13, this game may include “Interest Based Ads“ (please see http://www.sega.com/mprivacy#3IBADiscolure for more information) and may collect “Precise Location Data” (please see http://www.sega.com/mprivacy#5LocationDataDisclosure for more information). © SEGA. All rights reserved. SEGA, the SEGA logo, SONIC THE HEDGEHOG and SONIC DASH are registered trademarks or trademarks of SEGA CORPORATION.

Screenshots

Temple Run4 screens
Sonic Dash Run4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Sonic Dash Run at 4.7 against Temple Run's 4.4. Sonic Dash Run also leads on review sentiment (88% vs 72%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). 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. Temple Run sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Sonic Dash Run sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sonic Dash Run holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 418K and 418K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Temple Run's written reviews are positive against 88% of Sonic Dash Run's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Temple Run ships an update every 2 months, Sonic Dash Run every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Temple Run versus Sonic Dash Run: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTemple RunSonic Dash Run
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (418K ratings)4.7 (418K ratings) — better
Positive reviews72.2% of reviews87.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings418K — better418K
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#26 — better#77
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size373 MB351 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperImangi Studios, LLCSEGA

Customer experience

Temple Run

All ratings418,162 ratings
Positive85.2%
Neutral6.9%
Negative7.8%
Written reviews2,627 reviews
Positive72.2%
Neutral7.5%
Negative20.3%

Sonic Dash Run

All ratings418,028 ratings
Positive93.0%
Neutral3.6%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews3,567 reviews
Positive87.9%
Neutral4.3%
Negative7.7%

User reviews

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

Sonic Dash Run

From 418K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Awesome game
  • 🚀 Fun and challenging gameplay
  • 💡 Lots of characters to unlock
  • 👍 Enjoyable for all ages
  • 🚀 Addictive and replayable

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Game feels too easy after a while
  • 🐛 Glitches and performance issues
  • 💰 Difficult to unlock characters without spending money
  • 🔒 Lack of customization options
  • 🐛 Bosses feel repetitive

Bugs and requests

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

Sonic Dash Run

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Game crashes and freezes frequently
  • Obstacles and enemies are hard to see at times
  • Character cards and upgrades are glitchy
  • Leaderboard and multiplayer features not working properly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more boss battles and enemy variety
  • Implement a story mode or progression system
  • Allow character customization and skins
  • Improve performance and reduce crashes
  • Add more zones and level variety

In-app purchases

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
10 purchases

Sonic Dash Run

One-time10
  • Free Revive$1.99
  • Sonic Dash- Pocket Money$1.99
  • Starter Bundle$2.99
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  • Breeze Bundle$3.99
  • Double Rings$3.99
  • Breakout Bundle$3.99
  • Espio the Chameleon$3.99
  • Classic Sonic$3.99
  • Booster Bundle$6.99
  • Chest Of Red Star Rings$9.99

Questions

Is Temple Run free?
Temple Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sonic Dash Run free?
Sonic Dash Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Temple Run or Sonic Dash Run?
Sonic Dash Run is rated higher. Temple Run averages 4.4 out of 5 from 418K ratings, while Sonic Dash Run averages 4.7 from 418K ratings.
Do Temple Run or Sonic Dash Run have ads?
Both Temple Run and Sonic Dash Run show ads.
Which is updated more often, Temple Run or Sonic Dash Run?
Temple Run ships an update every 2 months, and Sonic Dash Run every 3 weeks. Most recently, Temple Run was updated on October 17, 2026 and Sonic Dash Run on October 17, 2026.
Which is more popular, Temple Run or Sonic Dash Run?
Temple Run currently peaks at #26 in the App Store charts, and Sonic Dash Run at #77. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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