# Roblox vs SpongeBob

The clearest difference is price: Roblox at Free against SpongeBob's $10.99. Roblox also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (21M vs 239). SpongeBob's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On review sentiment, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Roblox is free to download; SpongeBob costs $10.99 up front. Roblox sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. SpongeBob asks for nothing beyond the download.

Roblox holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Roblox has 21M ratings behind it against 239, 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 SpongeBob's.

Roblox ships an update every 6 days, SpongeBob every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Roblox | SpongeBob |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $10.99 |
| Rating | **[4.5 (21M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roblox/id431946152/reviews)** | [4.0 (239 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spongebob-the-cosmic-shake/id6445992619/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **21M** | 239 |
| Positive reviews | **60.3% of reviews** | 54.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | #198 |
| Size | 215 MB | 1.5 GB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Roblox Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/431946155) | [THQ Nordic Mobile GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/316574911) |

## 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, #3 Top Grossing · Games, #7 Top Free · Games, #13 Top Grossing, #76 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


### SpongeBob

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spongebob-the-cosmic-shake/id6445992619)

**Currently charting:** #198 Top Paid · Casual (US App Store)

Embark on a cosmic adventure as SpongeBob, using wish-granting tears to navigate bizarre Wishworlds. Master platforming skills, collect unique costumes, and explore diverse realms filled with familiar characters and original music.

**Highlights:** Platforming skills, 30+ F.U.N.tastic costumes, 7 distinct Wishworlds, Buddy movie banter, Original voice actors, New soundtrack

**Features:** Game Controller support, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Excellent graphics and animations
- 💡 Variety of costumes and outfits
- 🎨 Vibrant and colorful visuals
- 🎯 Faithful to the SpongeBob universe

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 🕹️ Unresponsive or glitchy controls
- 💾 Inconsistent or lost save progress
- 🕰️ Slow loading times

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes during boss fights and level transitions
- Invisible objects and glitchy environments
- Inability to progress past certain levels
- Inconsistent checkpoint activation

**Requested features**

- Add controller support
- Implement different gameplay speeds
- Improve save/load functionality
- Optimize performance for older devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Roblox free?

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

### Is SpongeBob free?

SpongeBob costs $10.99, with no in-app purchases.

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

Roblox is rated higher. Roblox averages 4.5 out of 5 from 21M ratings, while SpongeBob averages 4.0 from 239 ratings.

### Do Roblox or SpongeBob have ads?

Neither Roblox nor SpongeBob shows ads.

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

Roblox ships an update every 6 days, and SpongeBob every 4 weeks. Most recently, Roblox was updated on November 6, 2026 and SpongeBob on November 3, 2026.

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

Roblox currently peaks at #1 in the App Store charts, and SpongeBob at #198. 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.*