# Roblox vs BUD

The clearest difference is ads: Roblox at none against BUD's shown. Roblox also leads on ratings volume (20M vs 10K) and rating (4.5 vs 4.3). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Roblox sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and BUD sells 26 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Roblox holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Roblox has 20M ratings behind it against 10K, 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 57% of BUD's.

Roblox ships an update every 6 days, BUD weekly. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Roblox | BUD |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (20M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roblox/id431946152/reviews)** | [4.3 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bud-create-design-and-play/id1590291415/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **20M** | 10K |
| Positive reviews | **60.3% of reviews** | 56.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | — |
| Size | 220 MB | 456 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Roblox Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/431946155) | [BUD INTERACTIVE PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1654137167) |

## 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, #3 Top Free · Action, #3 Top Grossing · Games, #9 Top Free · Games, #19 Top Grossing, #69 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


### BUD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bud-create-design-and-play/id1590291415)

Design unique avatars with extensive clothing customization and create interactive 3D worlds. Explore millions of user-generated games and items in a vibrant community marketplace. Unleash your imagination and build your own experiences.

**Highlights:** Avatar customization, Design custom clothing, Build interactive 3D experiences, Explore user-created games, Community marketplace, Draw and create outfits

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (26)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BUD VIP | $4.99 | per month |
| BUD VIP Pro | $9.99 | per month |
| 80 BUD Gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack Lite | $0.99 | one-time |
| Daily GEM Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 80 BUD Badges | $0.99 | one-time |
| Welcome Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 60 BUD Gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| Value Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| 420 BUD Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| 320 BUD Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Jirai Kei | $5.99 | one-time |
| VIP Monthly Pass | $5.99 | one-time |
| Premium Value Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Limited Time Packs | $6.99 | one-time |
| Rainy Ribbit | $6.99 | one-time |
| Best Offers | $7.99 | one-time |
| 880 BUD Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| 650 BUD Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Monster Wasabi | $12.99 | one-time |
| 1800 BUD Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| 1320 BUD Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| 3320 BUD Gems | $49.99 | one-time |
| SVIP Annual Pass | $59.99 | one-time |
| 6680 BUD Gems | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Customizable avatars and clothing
- 🤝 Ability to make friends and interact
- 🎮 Fun games and experiences to explore
- 🌟 Cute and creative overall design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐞 Glitches and bugs, especially in building mode
- 🕹️ Difficult camera and movement controls
- 💰 Many features locked behind VIP paywall
- 🔍 Lack of search and organization for content

**Reported bugs**

- Accounts and progress being lost after updates
- Frequent crashes and black screens
- Issues with joining friends and full servers
- Clothing and props not displaying properly

**Requested features**

- Add undo/redo functionality for building
- Improve camera controls and movement
- Expand clothing and customization options
- Implement a search feature for games and items
- Allow players to view their published creations


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Roblox free?

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

### Is BUD free?

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

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

Roblox is rated higher. Roblox averages 4.5 out of 5 from 20M ratings, while BUD averages 4.3 from 10K ratings.

### Do Roblox or BUD have ads?

BUD shows ads; Roblox does not.

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

Roblox ships an update every 6 days, and BUD weekly. Most recently, Roblox was updated on October 28, 2026 and BUD on October 28, 2026.

---

*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*