# Roblox vs BOKU BOKU

The clearest difference is ads: Roblox at none against BOKU BOKU's shown. Roblox also leads on ratings volume (20M vs 1.7K) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Roblox sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and BOKU BOKU sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

BOKU BOKU holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Roblox has 20M ratings behind it against 1.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Roblox ships an update every 6 days, BOKU BOKU every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Roblox | BOKU BOKU |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (20M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roblox/id431946152/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boku-boku/id1168127772/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **20M** | 1.7K |
| Positive reviews | — | 86.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | — |
| Size | 220 MB | 406 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Roblox Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/431946155) | [PIXTICLE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1084653344) |

## What reviewers say

### Roblox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roblox/id431946152)

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Free · Adventure, #1 Top Grossing · Action, #1 Top Grossing · Adventure, #2 Top Free · Action, #2 Top Grossing · Games, #10 Top Free · Games, #10 Top Grossing, #54 Top Free (US App Store)

Explore millions of immersive 3D multiplayer experiences created by a global community. Play games, roleplay, compete, or create your own virtual worlds. Customize avatars and connect with friends across various devices.

**Highlights:** Discover millions of user-created experiences, Create and share your own games, Customize avatars with clothing and accessories, Play with friends across multiple devices, Multiplayer battles and role-playing games, In-app chat and voice communication (age-verified)

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Roblox Premium 450 | $4.99 | per month |
| 80 ROBUX | $0.99 | one-time |
| Premium 80 Robux | $0.99 | one-time |
| Premium 88 Subscribed | $0.99 | one-time |
| Premium 160 Robux | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium 240 Robux | $2.99 | one-time |
| Premium 320 Robux | $3.99 | one-time |
| 400 Robux Premium | $4.99 | one-time |
| 440 Robux Subscribed | $4.99 | one-time |
| Roblox Premium 450 One Month | $4.99 | one-time |
| 800 ROBUX | $9.99 | one-time |
| 800 Robux Premium | $9.99 | one-time |
| 880 Robux Subscribed | $9.99 | one-time |
| Roblox Premium 1000 One Month | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1700 Robux Premium | $19.99 | one-time |
| Roblox Premium 2200 One Month | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Endless games and experiences
- 🤝 Ability to make virtual friends
- 🎨 Customizable avatars
- 🎮 Wide variety of game genres
- 👍 Fun and engaging for all ages

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Ineffective moderation and reporting system
- 💰 Expensive in-game purchases
- 🔍 Difficulty finding specific games
- 🤔 Confusing chat/tag system
- 🔒 Concerns about online safety and predators

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent disconnections and server issues
- Glitches that delete purchased items
- Inconsistent chat filtering and tagging

**Requested features**

- Ability to earn Robux through gameplay
- Improved search and discovery for games
- More free avatar customization options
- Better parental controls and monitoring
- Faster response to reports of inappropriate content


### BOKU BOKU

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boku-boku/id1168127772)

Build your own unique world with a vast array of blocks. Design homes, schools, or any structure imaginable. Customize your avatar and interact with your creations in fun and engaging ways.

**Highlights:** Build custom worlds with blocks, Design homes, schools, and more, Customize avatar appearance and behavior, Interactive block elements, Dress up and express personality

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Candies: 400 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Candies: 1680 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Candies: 2200 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Candies: 4600 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Candies: 9600 | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Cute and fun game
- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 💡 Unique sandbox experience
- 🎨 Excellent character customization
- 🤝 Enjoyable multiplayer

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 💰 In-app purchases for progression
- 🔒 Lack of moderation for inappropriate content
- 🕰️ Repetitive daily tasks
- 🤖 Absence of NPCs and interactable elements

**Reported bugs**

- Multiplayer disconnection issues
- Graphical glitches and visual bugs
- Inability to watch ads for in-game currency
- Saving and loading problems across devices

**Requested features**

- Add more building blocks and customization options
- Implement a survival/adventure mode
- Introduce pets, vehicles, and other interactive elements
- Improve multiplayer experience with better server stability and moderation
- Add more music, instruments, and sound effects


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Roblox free?

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

### Is BOKU BOKU free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Roblox or BOKU BOKU?

BOKU BOKU is rated higher. Roblox averages 4.5 out of 5 from 20M ratings, while BOKU BOKU averages 4.7 from 1.7K ratings.

### Do Roblox or BOKU BOKU have ads?

BOKU BOKU shows ads; Roblox does not.

### Which is updated more often, Roblox or BOKU BOKU?

Roblox ships an update every 6 days, and BOKU BOKU every 3 weeks. Most recently, Roblox was updated on October 26, 2026 and BOKU BOKU on October 26, 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.*