Comparison

Roblox vs MelonBox

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Roblox

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)
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ROBLOX – MILLIONS OF GAMES ACROSS EVERY GENRE. PLAY FREE. Roblox is home to every kind of game, for every kind of player. Compete in high-octane racing games, battle it out in hardcore tactical shooters, or put your survival skills to the test in unpredictable environments. Embark on an epic adventure in immersive RPGs, build massive empires in tycoons, or dive into horror, anime, and sports games with friends worldwide. Roblox is constantly evolving, with unique experiences and ambitious, high-fidelity games built by a global community including professional studios, indie teams, and solo creators. There’s always something new to discover every day. Start playing some of the most popular games on Roblox today, including Dress to Impress, RIVALS, Steal a Brainrot, Brookhaven RP, Adopt Me! and more. WHAT YOU CAN DO ON ROBLOX PLAY ONLINE MULTIPLAYER GAMES - Discover deep role-playing games, immersive simulators, action-packed adventures, and more - Explore trending experiences and new games daily - Compete in massive multiplayer battles, run your own digital business, or embark on epic quests - Games may contain optional in-game purchases, including lootboxes and other items CREATE YOUR OWN AVATAR - Customize your avatar with detailed clothing, accessories, and dynamic hairstyles - Discover thousands of user-created 3D avatar items in the Marketplace - Express yourself with unique emotes, and fashion CHAT, COMPETE, AND EXPLORE TOGETHER—ANYTIME, ANYWHERE - Hang out and play with friends in cross-platform multiplayer games on mobile, tablet, PC, console, and VR headsets - Join a Party and jump into competitive or social experiences together - Age-verified users can communicate in real-time via voice chat or text CREATE, PLAY, AND SHARE ON ROBLOX - Design high-fidelity games and virtual spaces using the Roblox Studio engine on Windows or Mac - Publish your experiences and empower yourself as a creator in a massive global community - Dive into immersive 3D multiplayer games and safe, inclusive environments designed for users of all ages - Enjoy endless new content added daily and share your creations with millions of players ELEVATE YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH ROBLOX PLUS - Get up to 20% discounts on in-game items, enjoy fee-free Robux transfers, and receive a distinct profile badge - Host free, unlimited private servers for your friends - Publish, trade, and resell your own custom avatar creations on the Marketplace INDUSTRY-LEADING SAFETY, PRIVACY, AND CIVILITY - Advanced content filtering and age-appropriate moderation - Access age-verified spaces and manage your privacy with Roblox Kids and Select Accounts - Clear community guidelines promoting respectful interactions - Dedicated trust & safety teams working around the clock CREATE YOUR OWN GAMES: https://www.roblox.com/develop SUPPORT: https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us CONTACT: https://corp.roblox.com/contact/ PRIVACY POLICY: https://www.roblox.com/info/privacy PARENT’S GUIDE: https://corp.roblox.com/parents/ TERMS OF USE: https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us/articles/115004647846 PLEASE NOTE: A network connection is required. Roblox works best over Wi-Fi. ※ Information on App Permissions: Roblox requires the following permissions for your seamless use of the Roblox app. [Optional Permissions] Notification: For sending notifications (related to the services, experiences, etc.) Microphone: For in-game voice chat features Camera: For animating your avatar with your movement Contacts: For contact importer features (find other users you may know and make recommendations for friends) * You can use the app regardless of whether or not you consent to optional permissions * Certain app features may not work properly if you refuse optional permissions

About

MelonBox

Create and destroy in a 3D sandbox universe. Build worlds, populate them with dynamic characters, and unleash chaos with a variety of weapons. Experience a living environment that reacts to your actions.

Highlights
  • 3D world-building
  • Dynamic character creation
  • Over 20 weapons
  • Interactive environments
  • Sandbox gameplay
  • Community features
Features
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MelonBox: Your Canvas of Creation & Chaos - World-Building Unleashed: Dive into a 3D sandbox universe where your imagination crafts the landscape. From towering cityscapes to intricate structures, create without limits. - Dynamic Characters: Populate your world with characters that breathe life into your creations. Assign roles, craft stories, and watch your narratives unfold in real time. - Arsenal of Destruction: Embrace chaos with over 20 weapons at your disposal. Experience the thrill of destruction, with every action rendered in stunning realism. - Living Environments: Interact with a world that responds dynamically. Witness the consequences of your actions in a game that blurs the line between creation and chaos. - Endless Possibilities: Whether you're an architect or an anarchist, MelonBox is your platform to experiment, destroy, and create. - Join the MelonBox Community: Embark on an odyssey limited only by your imagination. Terms of Use (EULA) https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Roblox4 screens
MelonBox4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Roblox at 4.5 against MelonBox's 3.4. Roblox also leads on review sentiment (60% vs 25%) and ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Roblox sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and MelonBox sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Roblox holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Roblox has 20M ratings behind it against 47, 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 25% of MelonBox's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Roblox ships an update weekly, MelonBox every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Roblox versus MelonBox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRobloxMelonBox
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (20M ratings) — better3.4 (47 ratings)
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings20M — better47
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#1 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size224 MB394 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperRoblox CorporationKIDS GAMES LLC

Customer experience

Roblox

All ratings20,129,792 ratings
Positive87.6%
Neutral3.5%
Negative8.9%
Written reviews36,493 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral7.5%
Negative32.5%

MelonBox

All ratings47 ratings
Positive55.3%
Neutral8.5%
Negative36.2%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative58.3%

Bugs and requests

Roblox

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent disconnections and server issues
  • Glitches that delete purchased items
  • Inconsistent chat filtering and tagging

Requested features

5 requests
  • 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

MelonBox

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

16 purchases

Roblox

Subscriptions1
  • Roblox Premium 450$4.991 Month
One-time15
  • 80 ROBUX$0.99
  • Premium 80 Robux$0.99
  • Premium 88 Subscribed$0.99
Show 12 more
  • Premium 160 Robux$1.99
  • Premium 240 Robux$2.99
  • Premium 320 Robux$3.99
  • 400 Robux Premium$4.99
  • 440 Robux Subscribed$4.99
  • Roblox Premium 450 One Month$4.99
  • 800 ROBUX$9.99
  • 800 Robux Premium$9.99
  • 880 Robux Subscribed$9.99
  • Roblox Premium 1000 One Month$9.99
  • 1700 Robux Premium$19.99
  • Roblox Premium 2200 One Month$19.99
12 purchases

MelonBox

Subscriptions1
  • Battle Pass3 Days trial$12.997 Days
One-time11
  • Toilet Attack$5.99
  • Tesla Titan$5.99
  • Solarman Titan$5.99
Show 8 more
  • Lightman Titan$5.99
  • Sirenman Titan$5.99
  • Mikehead Titan$5.99
  • Drill Titan$5.99
  • Machine gun Titan$5.99
  • Plane Titan$5.99
  • Chainsaw Angel Titan + No ADs$6.99
  • Reporter Titan + No ADs$6.99

Questions

Is Roblox free?
Roblox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MelonBox free?
MelonBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Roblox or MelonBox?
Roblox is rated higher. Roblox averages 4.5 out of 5 from 20M ratings, while MelonBox averages 3.4 from 47 ratings.
Do Roblox or MelonBox have ads?
MelonBox shows ads; Roblox does not.
Which is updated more often, Roblox or MelonBox?
Roblox ships an update weekly, and MelonBox every 3 weeks. Most recently, Roblox was updated on September 25, 2026 and MelonBox on September 15, 2026.

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