# Roblox vs Payback 2

The clearest difference is ads: Roblox at none against Payback 2's shown. Roblox also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (21M vs 55K). Payback 2's advantage is review sentiment (85% vs 60%) and 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 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Payback 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Payback 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Roblox has 21M ratings behind it against 55K, 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 85% of Payback 2's.

Roblox ships an update every 6 days, Payback 2 every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 8, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Roblox | Payback 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (21M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roblox/id431946152/reviews) | **[4.7 (55K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/payback-2/id570426586/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **21M** | 55K |
| Positive reviews | 60.3% of reviews | **85.2% 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** | #108 |
| Size | 215 MB | 179 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Roblox Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/431946155) | [Apex Designs Games LLP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1684922634) |

## 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 · Action, #2 Top Free · Adventure, #2 Top Grossing · Games, #5 Top Free · Games, #10 Top Grossing, #34 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


### Payback 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/payback-2/id570426586)

**Currently charting:** #108 Top Free · Racing (US App Store)

Experience intense, action-packed gameplay with a variety of campaign events, including gang battles, races, and tank duels. Compete with friends and millions of players online, or create your own custom events with diverse cities, modes, and vehicles.

**Highlights:** Varied campaign events, Extensive online multiplayer, Hourly, daily, and weekly challenges, Custom event creation, Diverse cities, game modes, and vehicles

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 200 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 500 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Disable Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Coin Doubler | $2.99 | one-time |
| 1200 Coins | $3.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Episode 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Episode 3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2500 Coins | $7.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Custom Mode | $9.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Coins | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Smooth gameplay
- 🚀 Offline playability
- 💡 Customizable game modes
- 🎨 Good graphics and visuals
- 🕹️ Fun and addictive

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 📺 Too many intrusive ads
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔨 Unfinished or unpolished features
- 🚗 Unrealistic vehicle physics

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes
- Vehicles and physics issues
- Multiplayer matchmaking problems
- Inconsistent or missing game progress
- Unresponsive controls and input issues

**Requested features**

- Add more vehicles and customization options
- Improve graphics and animations
- Implement a story mode or campaign
- Add more game modes and multiplayer features
- Reduce the number of ads or make them less intrusive


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Roblox free?

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

### Is Payback 2 free?

Payback 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Roblox or Payback 2?

Payback 2 is rated higher. Roblox averages 4.5 out of 5 from 21M ratings, while Payback 2 averages 4.7 from 55K ratings.

### Do Roblox or Payback 2 have ads?

Payback 2 shows ads; Roblox does not.

### Which is updated more often, Roblox or Payback 2?

Roblox ships an update every 6 days, and Payback 2 every 2 months. Most recently, Roblox was updated on November 8, 2026 and Payback 2 on November 8, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Roblox or Payback 2?

Roblox currently peaks at #1 in the App Store charts, and Payback 2 at #108. 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.*