Comparison

Tap Theme vs Sonic Boom Dash

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

Head to head
About

Tap Theme

Discover secret themes by tapping items that belong to them. Avoid bombs and the ticking clock to progress through 50 challenging levels. Compete with friends for high scores.

Highlights
  • Discover secret themes
  • Tap matching items
  • Avoid bombs
  • Timed gameplay
  • 50 levels
  • High score comparison
Features
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Fun And Addictive Game With 50 Levels! Fully Supports Hi Res On The Iphone 4 And The Ipad! ↓ Please Read GAME INSTRUCTIONS bellow ↓ INSTRUCTIONS: Each level has a secret theme you have to discover! ones you know what the theme is, you'll need to tap all the items that belongs to that theme! (4-6 items) miss-Taped an item? you must UnTap it! Avoid Tapping The BOMBS! once you tap on a bomb you will go BooM! and will have to restart. And Watch Out! The Time Is Running Out! :) *Compare Scores With OpenFeint! ***Download Now!***

About

Sonic Boom Dash

Experience a thrilling 3D endless runner with iconic characters from the Sonic Boom TV series. Race through vibrant worlds, utilize unique character abilities, and overcome new obstacles. Collect magical sprites and compete on global leaderboards.

Highlights
  • Team Play mode with character swapping
  • Unique character special powers
  • New obstacles and Badniks
  • Swing & Tilt gameplay with Enerbeam
  • Collect and evolve magical Sprites
  • Daily SEGA Challenges and Events
  • Leveling system to unlock challenges
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The world’s fastest hedgehog returns in a high-octane sequel built for the next generation of mobile gaming. Sonic Boom Dash fuses the legendary speed of SEGA’s classic runners with the tactical depth of the hit Sonic Boom universe. This isn't just a race; it’s a fully immersive, multi-layered dash through 3D worlds that push your reflexes to the limit. Explore Immersive 3D Worlds Embark on a high-speed journey through breathtaking 3D landscapes and exhilarating new challenges. Whether you're navigating lush jungles or futuristic ruins, the gameplay is truly endless. Take control of your destiny by choosing the ultimate runner from the iconic Sonic the Hedgehog roster. Will you dash as the legendary Sonic, or master the track with Shadow, Tails, Amy, Knuckles, Vector, or the fearless newcomer, Sticks the Badger? Epic Graphics, Elite Precision Experience the "Boom" with stunning, console-quality graphics that bring every loop and jump to life. Race through meticulously designed courses filled with high-stakes hazards and intricate obstacles. It’s not just about running—it’s about precision. Dodge, jump, and weave your way through epic levels as you fight for the top of the leaderboard and claim your victory. Endless Action for Every Generation Built for fans of all ages, Sonic Boom offers a deep, rewarding gameplay experience that kids and adults alike can’t put down. The more you run, the more you achieve! Unlock an entire stable of classic characters and customize your experience by selecting the runner that fits your style. Sonic and his team are at the starting line—are you ready to join the race? GAME FEATURES -ICONIC ROSTER: Play as Sonic, Shadow, Tails, Amy, Knuckles, Vector, or the wild and unpredictable Sticks the Badger. -STUNNING 3D ENVIRONMENTS: Race through lush jungles and futuristic landscapes in the beautiful Sonic Boom world, featuring graphics optimized for high-speed thrills. -EVOLVE YOUR GAMEPLAY: Collect and evolve magical Sprites. These tiny companions provide instant boosts, reviving you from crashes or extending your dash power. -LIVE EVENTS & CHALLENGES: Don't just run for a high score—run for glory. Compete in Daily SEGA Challenges and special events to unlock exclusive rewards and rare prizes. Dash into the next generation of endless runners. The world of Sonic Boom is waiting—are you fast enough to handle it? - - - - - Privacy Policy: http://www.sega.com/mprivacy/ Terms of Use: https://games.sega.com/eula SEGA’s Sonic Boom 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, SONIC DASH and SONIC BOOM are registered trademarks or trademarks of SEGA Holdings Co., Ltd. or its affiliates.

Screenshots

Tap Theme4 screens
Sonic Boom Dash4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Sonic Boom Dash at 4.5 against Tap Theme's 3.0. Sonic Boom Dash also leads on ratings volume (31K vs 2). Tap Theme's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support 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. Sonic Boom Dash sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Tap Theme asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sonic Boom Dash holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sonic Boom Dash has 31K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 100% of Tap Theme's written reviews are positive against 73% of Sonic Boom Dash's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tap Theme ships an update weekly, Sonic Boom Dash every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Tap Theme versus Sonic Boom Dash: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTap ThemeSonic Boom Dash
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)4.5 (31K ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better73.4% of reviews
Number of ratings231K — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS3.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB350 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperKobx AppsSEGA

Customer experience

Tap Theme

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Sonic Boom Dash

All ratings31,470 ratings
Positive86.3%
Neutral5.3%
Negative8.4%
Written reviews707 reviews
Positive73.4%
Neutral11.3%
Negative15.3%

Bugs and requests

Tap Theme

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Sonic Boom Dash

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Game crashes frequently
  • Progress gets reset unexpectedly
  • Freezing and connectivity issues
  • Glitches with the enerbeam and obstacles
  • Ads cause sound issues

Requested features

7 requests
  • Add more characters like Metal Sonic, Silver, Blaze, Espio, Charmy, etc.
  • Introduce boss battles and more varied levels
  • Reduce the cost of characters and make it easier to unlock them
  • Allow customization of characters and sprites
  • Add more events and challenges
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  • Improve the event system and make it less frustrating
  • Fix the sound issues and bugs

In-app purchases

None

Tap Theme

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Sonic Boom Dash

One-time10
  • Quick Bundle$1.99
  • Boom Boost Discount$1.99
  • Extreme Offer$1.99
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  • Boom Boost$2.99
  • Taster Bundle$4.99
  • Apprentice Bundle$9.99
  • Expert Bundle$19.99
  • Master Bundle$49.99
  • Ultra Offer$49.99
  • Hero Bundle$99.99

Questions

Is Tap Theme free?
Tap Theme is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sonic Boom Dash free?
Sonic Boom Dash is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Tap Theme or Sonic Boom Dash?
Sonic Boom Dash is rated higher. Tap Theme averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Sonic Boom Dash averages 4.5 from 31K ratings.
Do Tap Theme or Sonic Boom Dash have ads?
Sonic Boom Dash shows ads; Tap Theme does not.
Which is updated more often, Tap Theme or Sonic Boom Dash?
Tap Theme ships an update weekly, and Sonic Boom Dash every 6 weeks. Most recently, Tap Theme was updated on October 7, 2026 and Sonic Boom Dash on October 24, 2026.

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