# Roblox vs Battle Run

The clearest difference is ads: Roblox at none against Battle Run's shown. Roblox also leads on ratings volume (20M vs 796) and update cadence (weekly vs monthly). Battle Run'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 Battle Run 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 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Roblox has 20M ratings behind it against 796, 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 54% of Battle Run's.

Roblox ships an update weekly, Battle Run monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Roblox | Battle Run |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (20M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roblox/id431946152/reviews)** | [4.3 (796 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/battle-run/id1612277646/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **20M** | 796 |
| Positive reviews | **60.0% of reviews** | 54.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | — |
| Size | 224 MB | 465 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Roblox Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/431946155) | [Game Hive Corp.](https://appshunter.io/developer/443272129) |

## 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, #4 Top Grossing · Games, #8 Top Free · Games, #22 Top Grossing, #67 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


### Battle Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/battle-run/id1612277646)

Experience an adrenaline-pumping multiplayer racing game where you outrun opponents through treacherous obstacle courses. Collect unique runners with special skills, battle with explosive items, and race to the finish line in vibrant worlds. Compete against friends or players worldwide in fast-paced, real-time action.

**Highlights:** Real-time multiplayer races, Unique runners with special skills, Over 500,000 unique stages, 20+ unique items, weapons, and power-ups, Collect and upgrade runners, Progress through a battle track for rewards

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Diamond Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle | $3.99 | one-time |
| Diamond Pack 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Diamond Pack 3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Special Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| Diamond Pack 4 | $24.99 | one-time |
| Diamond Pack 5 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Special Bundle | $49.99 | one-time |
| Diamond Pack 6 | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun gameplay
- 👍 Nostalgic experience
- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 💡 Potential for updates

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Lacking features from old version
- 🔍 Unbalanced character abilities
- 🔍 Repetitive gameplay
- 🔍 Monetization concerns

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and connection issues
- Continued progress not saved

**Requested features**

- Bring back old characters and pets
- More customization options
- Improved matchmaking
- Additional game modes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Roblox free?

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

### Is Battle Run free?

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

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

Roblox is rated higher. Roblox averages 4.5 out of 5 from 20M ratings, while Battle Run averages 4.3 from 796 ratings.

### Do Roblox or Battle Run have ads?

Battle Run shows ads; Roblox does not.

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

Roblox ships an update weekly, and Battle Run monthly. Most recently, Roblox was updated on September 25, 2026 and Battle Run on September 18, 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.*