# Roblox vs Galaxy Thunder

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Galaxy Thunder at none against Roblox's 4. Galaxy Thunder also leads on review sentiment (95% vs 60%) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). Roblox's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (21M vs 355). On price, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Roblox sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Galaxy Thunder asks for nothing beyond the download.

Galaxy Thunder holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Roblox has 21M ratings behind it against 355, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Roblox's written reviews are positive against 95% of Galaxy Thunder's.

Roblox ships an update every 6 days, Galaxy Thunder every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Roblox | Galaxy Thunder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (21M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roblox/id431946152/reviews) | **[4.8 (355 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/galaxy-thunder-space-invasion/id1468465031/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **21M** | 355 |
| Positive reviews | 60.3% of reviews | **94.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | — |
| Size | 215 MB | 135 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Roblox Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/431946155) | [崇 宋](https://appshunter.io/developer/1468465030) |

## What reviewers say

### Roblox

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

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Grossing · Games, #1 Top Grossing · Action, #1 Top Grossing · Adventure, #2 Top Free · Action, #2 Top Free · Adventure, #6 Top Free · Games, #9 Top Grossing, #52 Top Free (US App Store)

Explore millions of user-created games across every genre, from racing and RPGs to simulators and horror. Customize your avatar, play with friends on any device, and even create your own games. Offers robust safety features and a constantly evolving world of entertainment.

**Highlights:** Millions of user-created games, Play with friends cross-platform, Avatar customization, Create your own games, In-game purchases available, Voice and text chat

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Roblox Premium 450 | $4.99 | per month |
| Roblox Premium 450 One Month | $4.99 | one-time |
| Roblox Premium 1000 One Month | $9.99 | 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


### Galaxy Thunder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/galaxy-thunder-space-invasion/id1468465031)

Engage in a hardcore vertical space shooter with intense action and stunning visuals. Dodge enemy fire, collect powerful weapons like lasers and missiles, and defeat challenging bosses at the end of each level. Experience a classic arcade-style shooting war.

**Highlights:** Hardcore vertical shooting gameplay, Gorgeous visual effects, Realistic explosive sound effects, Variety of characters and enemies, Challenging boss battles, Weapon upgrades (lasers, missiles)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 💎 Variety of unique slot games
- 💰 Generous payouts and bonuses
- 🎨 Excellent graphics and visuals
- ⏰ Engaging time-passing experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and crashes
- 🔌 Issues with connectivity and login
- 🕰️ Slow progression and long unlock times
- 📺 Excessive advertisements
- 💰 In-app purchases feel mandatory

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to purchase items or progress
- Inconsistent save/load functionality
- Compatibility issues with newer devices
- Freezing and crashing during gameplay

**Requested features**

- More frequent bonus rounds and free spins
- Ability to gift coins to friends
- Daily challenges and quests for extra rewards
- Improved performance and stability
- Better balance between free and paid content


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Roblox free?

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

### Is Galaxy Thunder free?

Galaxy Thunder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Roblox or Galaxy Thunder?

Galaxy Thunder is rated higher. Roblox averages 4.5 out of 5 from 21M ratings, while Galaxy Thunder averages 4.8 from 355 ratings.

### Do Roblox or Galaxy Thunder have ads?

Galaxy Thunder shows ads; Roblox does not.

### Which is updated more often, Roblox or Galaxy Thunder?

Roblox ships an update every 6 days, and Galaxy Thunder every 2 weeks. Most recently, Roblox was updated on November 7, 2026 and Galaxy Thunder on November 3, 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.*