# Roblox vs Tag with Ryan

The clearest difference is ads: Roblox at none against Tag with Ryan's shown. Roblox also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 months) and rating (4.5 vs 4.1). Tag with Ryan's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 14.0). On price, review sentiment, 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 Tag with Ryan sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Roblox holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Roblox has 20M ratings behind it against 15K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 60% and 61% positive.

Roblox ships an update every 6 days, Tag with Ryan every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Roblox | Tag with Ryan |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (20M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roblox/id431946152/reviews)** | [4.1 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tag-with-ryan/id1440073810/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **20M** | 15K |
| Positive reviews | 60.2% of reviews | **60.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | #78 |
| Size | 218 MB | 289 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Roblox Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/431946155) | [Wildworks, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/562980411) |

## 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, #3 Top Grossing · Games, #11 Top Free · Games, #19 Top Grossing, #74 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


### Tag with Ryan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tag-with-ryan/id1440073810)

**Currently charting:** #78 Top Free · Family (US App Store)

Embark on an exciting endless running adventure with Ryan. Outrun Combo Panda, collect costumes, and unlock power-ups and vehicles. Complete daily missions and gather in-game currency to upgrade your abilities and progress through vibrant landscapes.

**Highlights:** Collect Ryan's costumes, Run through incredible landscapes, Unlock epic power-ups, Speed through levels in vehicles, Complete daily missions, Collect Suns and Pizzas

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Stack of Pizza Slices | $0.99 | one-time |
| Sun Doubler | $0.99 | one-time |
| Heap of Pizza Slices | $1.99 | one-time |
| Mystery Costume | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pile of Pizza Slices | $4.99 | one-time |
| Small Key Ring | $4.99 | one-time |
| Mystery Costume Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Giant Key Ring | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ton of Pizza Slices | $19.99 | one-time |
| Mountain of Pizza Slices | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun and entertaining
- 👍 Great for kids
- 👍 Engaging gameplay
- 👍 Variety of characters and costumes
- 👍 Visually appealing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and freezing issues
- 🔑 Difficulty unlocking new content
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🤖 Repetitive gameplay
- 🤔 Lack of progress saving

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes
- Inability to see in-game currency
- Glitches when tagging Gus
- Ads causing disruptions
- Incompatibility with certain devices

**Requested features**

- More levels and environments
- Easier way to earn in-game currency
- Ability to save progress across devices
- More character and costume options
- Adjustable difficulty settings


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Roblox free?

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

### Is Tag with Ryan free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Roblox or Tag with Ryan?

Roblox is rated higher. Roblox averages 4.5 out of 5 from 20M ratings, while Tag with Ryan averages 4.1 from 15K ratings.

### Do Roblox or Tag with Ryan have ads?

Tag with Ryan shows ads; Roblox does not.

### Which is updated more often, Roblox or Tag with Ryan?

Roblox ships an update every 6 days, and Tag with Ryan every 2 months. Most recently, Roblox was updated on October 21, 2026 and Tag with Ryan on October 21, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Roblox or Tag with Ryan?

Roblox currently peaks at #1 in the App Store charts, and Tag with Ryan at #78. 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.*