# Roblox vs Township

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Roblox at 60% against Township's 29%. Roblox also leads on ratings volume (20M vs 2.2M) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 weeks). Township's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.5). On price, ads, 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 Township sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Township holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Roblox has 20M ratings behind it against 2.2M, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 60% of Roblox's written reviews are positive against 29% of Township's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Roblox ships an update weekly, Township every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Roblox | Township |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (20M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roblox/id431946152/reviews) | **[4.8 (2.2M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/township/id638689075/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **20M** | 2.2M |
| Positive reviews | **60.1% of reviews** | 29.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | #8 |
| Size | 210 MB | 310 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) | [Playrix](https://appshunter.io/developer/1162116447) |

## 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, #10 Top Grossing, #12 Top Free · Games, #85 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


### Township

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/township/id638689075)

**Currently charting:** #8 Top Grossing · Casual, #8 Top Grossing · Puzzle, #12 Top Free · Casual, #14 Top Free · Puzzle, #15 Top Grossing · Games, #18 Top Free · Games, #55 Top Grossing, #109 Top Free (US App Store)

Build your dream city and farm, then relax with engaging match-3 puzzles. Compete in exciting events, collect unique items, and play offline. This game offers a vibrant community and endless creative possibilities.

**Highlights:** City building and design, Farming and crop growing, Match-3 puzzle gameplay, Competitions and events, Item collection, Offline play

**Features:** iMessage stickers

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Begginner's Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Tiny Cash Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Piggy bank | $2.99 | one-time |
| Offer | $3.99 | one-time |
| Small Cash Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Golden Ticket | $4.99 | one-time |
| Boost Bundle | $5.99 | one-time |
| Standard Bundle | $6.99 | one-time |
| Standard Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Medium Cash Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Super Bundle | $15.99 | one-time |
| Large Cash Pack | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and addictive gameplay
- 👍 Engaging events and challenges
- 🤝 Helpful co-op and community features
- 🎨 Detailed and creative town building

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⏱️ Slow progression and long wait times
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases required for progress
- 🐛 Bugs, glitches, and technical issues
- 📦 Frustrating resource management and storage limitations

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and app instability
- Inconsistent or disappearing in-app purchases
- Incorrect or changing building requirements
- Synchronization issues between devices

**Requested features**

- Faster production and building times
- More generous rewards and currency earnings
- Improved co-op functionality and communication
- Expanded customization and decoration options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Roblox free?

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

### Is Township free?

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

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

Township is rated higher. Roblox averages 4.5 out of 5 from 20M ratings, while Township averages 4.8 from 2.2M ratings.

### Do Roblox or Township have ads?

Neither Roblox nor Township shows ads.

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

Roblox ships an update weekly, and Township every 2 weeks. Most recently, Roblox was updated on September 29, 2026 and Township on September 29, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Roblox or Township?

Roblox currently peaks at #1 in the App Store charts, and Township at #8. 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.*