Comparison

Jetpack Joyride vs Geometry Dash Lite

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

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About

Jetpack Joyride

Embark on an exhilarating endless running adventure with a variety of jetpacks, vehicles, and costumes. Dodge obstacles, collect coins, and complete missions to achieve high scores and unlock new items. This action-packed game offers simple controls and thrilling gameplay for hours of entertainment.

Highlights
  • Fly cool jetpacks
  • Ride crazy vehicles
  • Complete daring missions
  • Customize outfits
  • Dodge lasers and missiles
  • Collect coins
  • Equip high-tech gadgets
Features
Currently charting
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Bullet-powered jetpacks! Giant mechanical dragons! Birds that shoot money! From the makers of the global hit game, Fruit Ninja comes this insane, high flying endless runner that will keep you on the edge of your seat! It's time to join Barry Steakfries and equip the coolest jetpacks, suit up in stylish costumes and ride crazy vehicles in his endless running quest to beat the scientists to the end of the lab. Over 750 million players have made Jetpack Joyride one of the best games on the App Store! Download FREE now to start a new game and escape the lab! PLAYER REVIEWS: “I’m speechless. The game is just so entertaining! I’m saving up my money for flash the dog. There is so many freaking things to get and do! Fly in style with a cool Jetpack, skins and vehicles, avoid the lazerbeams and don’t get shot by the grenades! #BESTGAMEONEARTH” - Nyah Gamez – Jan 7, 2020 “Music and sound and graphics are awesome. Gameplay is thrilling and the coins are the best. I love the gadgets. So many arcade games need these. Awesome game.” - Yodoja reviews – Jan 4, 2020 “Now I’ve played a lot of mobile games but this is amazing I remember the first time I played this game and I loved it to pieces it is a amazing game" - drearylizard230 – Jan 4, 2020 FEATURES: ● Fly the coolest jetpacks in gaming history ● Surf the wave-rider in all its glory ● Complete daring missions to boost your rank ● Customise your look with ridiculous outfits ● Dodge lasers, zappers, and guided missiles ● Collect coins and make millions of dollars ● Storm the lab in giant mechs and crazy vehicles ● Equip high-tech gadgets and power-ups ● Earn achievements and battle it out against friends ● Test your reflexes with simple one-touch controls ● New free game modes in special events *** This game contains optional in-app purchases. You can disable this feature in the settings menu of your device. View our privacy policy at http://halfbrick.com/pp View our terms of service at http://halfbrick.com/tos

About

Geometry Dash Lite

Experience a rhythm-based action platformer where you must jump and fly through dangerous levels filled with obstacles. Master simple one-touch gameplay to overcome challenges and unlock customization options for your character. Practice your skills to conquer increasingly difficult stages.

Highlights
  • Rhythm-based action platforming
  • Unlockable icons and colors
  • Rocket flying and gravity flipping
  • Practice mode for skill improvement
  • Near impossible challenges
Features
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Jump and fly your way through danger in this rhythm-based action platformer! "Frustratingly wonderful" - Kotaku "Geometry Dash provides all of the challenge expected from an “impossible” game while also making it more accessible to newcomers." - 148Apps "Geometry Dash is a fast-paced platformer that will leave you screaming in frustration, but you’ll keep coming back for more." - AppAdvice Prepare for a near impossible challenge in the world of Geometry Dash. Push your skills to the limit as you jump, fly and flip your way through dangerous passages and spiky obstacles. Simple one touch game play that will keep you entertained for hours! Check out the full version for new levels, soundtracks, achievements, online level editor and much much more! Game Features • Rhythm-based Action Platforming! • Unlock new icons and colors to customize your character! • Fly rockets, flip gravity and much more! • Use practice mode to sharpen your skills! • Challenge yourself with the near impossible! Contact: support@robtopgames.com

Screenshots

Jetpack Joyride4 screens
Geometry Dash Lite4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Geometry Dash Lite at none against Jetpack Joyride's 10. Geometry Dash Lite also leads on chart position (#3 vs #95) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). Jetpack Joyride's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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. Jetpack Joyride sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Geometry Dash Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Jetpack Joyride holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 103K and 257K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of Jetpack Joyride's written reviews are positive against 70% of Geometry Dash Lite's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Jetpack Joyride ships an update every 2 weeks, Geometry Dash Lite every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Jetpack Joyride versus Geometry Dash Lite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJetpack JoyrideGeometry Dash Lite
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (103K ratings) — better4.3 (257K ratings)
Positive reviews67.0% of reviews70.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings103K257K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
Best chart rank#95#3 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size399 MB256 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperHalfbrickRobTop Games AB

Customer experience

Jetpack Joyride

All ratings102,777 ratings
Positive94.7%
Neutral1.8%
Negative3.5%
Written reviews879 reviews
Positive67.0%
Neutral7.7%
Negative25.3%

Geometry Dash Lite

All ratings257,267 ratings
Positive83.1%
Neutral4.2%
Negative12.7%
Written reviews9,035 reviews
Positive70.1%
Neutral8.1%
Negative21.8%

User reviews

Jetpack Joyride

From 103K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
  • 🚀 Smooth performance
  • 💡 Unique jetpack and character customization
  • 👍 Enjoyable soundtrack
  • 👍 Nostalgic for long-time players

Room to improve

  • 🔍 Excessive advertisements
  • 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches (crashes, freezing, progress loss)
  • 🔍 Repetitive missions and content
  • 🔍 Cluttered UI with too many prompts

Geometry Dash Lite

From 257K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fun and addictive gameplay
  • 🎨 Customizable character and levels
  • 🎵 Excellent music and soundtrack
  • 👍 Challenging but rewarding experience

Room to improve

  • 🔍 Lack of new levels in the Lite version
  • 📢 Too many ads interrupting gameplay
  • 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs
  • 🕹️ Inconsistent jump registration

Bugs and requests

Jetpack Joyride

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Ads causing game to freeze or crash
  • Progress and high scores not saving properly
  • Gadgets and vehicle upgrades not working as expected
  • Audio issues (music cutting out)

Requested features

5 requests
  • More jetpack and character customization options
  • Improved mission variety
  • Ability to disable ads for a one-time fee
  • Cloud save/sync across devices
  • Multiplayer or competitive modes

Geometry Dash Lite

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Game crashing or closing unexpectedly
  • Character jumping automatically after ads
  • Music not playing or getting interrupted

Requested features

4 requests
  • More easy and moderate difficulty levels
  • Ability to save character customization
  • Option to disable ads or pay for ad-free version
  • Improved practice mode with better checkpoint system

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Jetpack Joyride

One-time10
  • Starter Pack$0.99
  • Fistful of Coins$0.99
  • Coin Booster Pack (20,000)$1.99
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  • S.A.M. Mystery Reward$1.99
  • Starter Pack$1.99
  • Coin Mega Pack (50,000)$3.99
  • Coin Doubler$4.99
  • Coin Ultra Pack (100,000)$5.99
  • Coin Barry Pack (250,000)$9.99
  • Coin Ultimate Pack (1,000,000)$29.99
None

Geometry Dash Lite

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Jetpack Joyride free?
Jetpack Joyride is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Geometry Dash Lite free?
Geometry Dash Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Jetpack Joyride or Geometry Dash Lite?
Jetpack Joyride is rated higher. Jetpack Joyride averages 4.7 out of 5 from 103K ratings, while Geometry Dash Lite averages 4.3 from 257K ratings.
Do Jetpack Joyride or Geometry Dash Lite have ads?
Both Jetpack Joyride and Geometry Dash Lite show ads.
Which is updated more often, Jetpack Joyride or Geometry Dash Lite?
Jetpack Joyride ships an update every 2 weeks, and Geometry Dash Lite every 2 months. Most recently, Jetpack Joyride was updated on September 24, 2026 and Geometry Dash Lite on September 24, 2026.
Which is more popular, Jetpack Joyride or Geometry Dash Lite?
Jetpack Joyride currently peaks at #95 in the App Store charts, and Geometry Dash Lite at #3. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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