# Roblox vs Golf Battle

The clearest difference is ads: Roblox at none against Golf Battle's shown. Roblox also leads on ratings volume (20M vs 400K) and review sentiment (60% vs 39%). Golf Battle's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.5). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Roblox sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Golf Battle sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Golf Battle 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 400K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 60% of Roblox's written reviews are positive against 39% of Golf Battle's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Roblox ships an update weekly, Golf Battle every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on September 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Roblox | Golf Battle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (20M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roblox/id431946152/reviews) | **[4.7 (400K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-battle/id1422866002/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **20M** | 400K |
| Positive reviews | **60.0% of reviews** | 39.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | #38 |
| Size | 224 MB | 220 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Roblox Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/431946155) | [Miniclip.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/337457683) |

## 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, #3 Top Grossing · Games, #10 Top Free · Games, #15 Top Grossing, #57 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


### Golf Battle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-battle/id1422866002)

**Currently charting:** #38 Top Grossing · Sports, #77 Top Free · Sports, #168 Top Grossing · Simulation (US App Store)

Compete in real-time multiplayer mini golf matches against friends or players worldwide. Master over 120 unique courses with intuitive controls and unlock new gear.

**Highlights:** Real-time multiplayer matches, Play with up to 6 friends, Over 120 mini golf courses, Collect and upgrade golf clubs, Customizable golf balls, Unlock new content and levels

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| A Bunch Of Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| A Bunch Of Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Golden Lucky Shot | $1.99 | one-time |
| A Pile Of Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| A Pile Of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Golf Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| A Bag Of Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| A Bag Of Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| A Locker Of Coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| A Locker Of Gems | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive and fun gameplay
- 🎨 Variety of courses and customization options
- 💰 Ability to earn in-game currency without spending money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and connection issues
- 🤖 Suspicion of bots and unfair matchmaking
- 💰 Aggressive monetization and pay-to-win mechanics
- 🤔 Inconsistent physics and shot behavior

**Reported bugs**

- Disconnections during gameplay leading to lost coins
- Inconsistent shot behavior and ball physics
- Incorrect leaderboard and tournament results

**Requested features**

- Offline/single-player mode
- More variety in courses and game modes
- Improved matchmaking based on player skill/club levels
- Ability to target specific club upgrades
- Fair refund system for lost coins due to crashes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Roblox free?

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

### Is Golf Battle free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Roblox or Golf Battle?

Golf Battle is rated higher. Roblox averages 4.5 out of 5 from 20M ratings, while Golf Battle averages 4.7 from 400K ratings.

### Do Roblox or Golf Battle have ads?

Golf Battle shows ads; Roblox does not.

### Which is updated more often, Roblox or Golf Battle?

Roblox ships an update weekly, and Golf Battle every 4 weeks. Most recently, Roblox was updated on September 26, 2026 and Golf Battle on September 26, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Roblox or Golf Battle?

Roblox currently peaks at #1 in the App Store charts, and Golf Battle at #38. 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.*