# Roblox vs Ultimate Spider Simulator 2

The clearest difference is price: Roblox at Free against Ultimate Spider Simulator 2's $0.99. Roblox also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 35 months) and ratings volume (20M vs 236). Ultimate Spider Simulator 2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 16) and review sentiment (77% vs 60%). On rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Roblox is free to download; Ultimate Spider Simulator 2 costs $0.99 up front. Roblox sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Ultimate Spider Simulator 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Roblox against 4.5 for Ultimate Spider Simulator 2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Roblox has 20M ratings behind it against 236, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 60% of Roblox's written reviews are positive against 77% of Ultimate Spider Simulator 2's.

Roblox ships an update weekly, Ultimate Spider Simulator 2 every 35 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Roblox | Ultimate Spider Simulator 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $0.99 |
| Rating | [4.5 (20M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roblox/id431946152/reviews) | [4.5 (236 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ultimate-spider-simulator-2/id1262909983/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **20M** | 236 |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | **77.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 35 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | #194 |
| Size | 224 MB | 202 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Roblox Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/431946155) | [Gluten Free Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/698937431) |

## What reviewers say

### Roblox

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

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Grossing · Action, #1 Top Grossing · Adventure, #2 Top Free · Adventure, #3 Top Free · Action, #5 Top Grossing · Games, #9 Top Free · Games, #24 Top Grossing, #73 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


### Ultimate Spider Simulator 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ultimate-spider-simulator-2/id1262909983)

**Currently charting:** #194 Top Paid · Role Playing (US App Store)

Experience life as a realistic spider in a detailed macro-world. Hunt, grow your family, spin webs, and battle to become the strongest brood. Features advanced AI, dynamic webs, and deep customization.

**Highlights:** Hyper-realistic spider simulation, Dynamic web spinning and crafting, Advanced AI and alert system, Omnidirectional dodge battle system, Relationship and personality system, Expandable family up to ten spiders, Next-gen graphics and detailed wildlife

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Realistic graphics
- 👍 Satisfying web-building mechanics
- 🕷️ Immersive spider gameplay
- 💎 Great for spider/insect lovers
- 🎨 Beautiful visuals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 🔧 Difficult controls and mechanics
- 🕸️ Webs not functioning as expected
- 🔍 Unclear instructions
- 🔋 Performance issues and lag

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when trying to mate
- Spiders getting stuck in the environment
- Incorrect eye patterns and body proportions
- Enemies behaving erratically (flying rats, roaring spiders)
- Inability to web and capture prey

**Requested features**

- Add more spider species and customization
- Improve web functionality and interaction
- Implement breeding and mating system
- Introduce new game modes and challenges
- Optimize performance for smoother gameplay


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Roblox free?

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

### Is Ultimate Spider Simulator 2 free?

Ultimate Spider Simulator 2 costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Roblox or Ultimate Spider Simulator 2?

Roblox and Ultimate Spider Simulator 2 are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 20M and 236 ratings respectively.

### Do Roblox or Ultimate Spider Simulator 2 have ads?

Neither Roblox nor Ultimate Spider Simulator 2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Roblox or Ultimate Spider Simulator 2?

Roblox ships an update weekly, and Ultimate Spider Simulator 2 every 35 months. Most recently, Roblox was updated on September 25, 2026 and Ultimate Spider Simulator 2 on September 22, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Roblox or Ultimate Spider Simulator 2?

Roblox currently peaks at #1 in the App Store charts, and Ultimate Spider Simulator 2 at #194. 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.*