# CSR Racing vs Torque Drift

The clearest difference is ads: CSR Racing at none against Torque Drift's shown. CSR Racing also leads on chart position (#53 vs #163) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). Torque Drift's advantage is review sentiment (83% vs 61%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CSR Racing sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Torque Drift sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for CSR Racing against 4.7 for Torque Drift. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 85K and 43K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 61% of CSR Racing's written reviews are positive against 83% of Torque Drift's.

CSR Racing ships an update every 2 months, Torque Drift every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 20, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | CSR Racing | Torque Drift |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (85K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/csr-racing/id469369175/reviews) | **[4.7 (43K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/torque-drift/id1200357146/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **85K** | 43K |
| Positive reviews | 60.6% of reviews | **82.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#53** | #163 |
| Size | 468 MB | 3.7 GB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NaturalMotion](https://appshunter.io/developer/330281898) | [Haymaker Games Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/6784473108) |

## What reviewers say

### CSR Racing

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/csr-racing/id469369175)

**Currently charting:** #53 Top Grossing · Racing (US App Store)

Experience intense drag races on city streets with over 100 licensed cars. Upgrade and customize your vehicles to shave seconds off your quarter-mile times and compete globally. This game offers stunning graphics and addictive gameplay.

**Highlights:** Over 100 licensed cars, World Tour mode, Car upgrades, Customization options, Stunning graphics, Addictive gameplay

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| A FEW CHIPS | $2.99 | one-time |
| POCKET MONEY | $2.99 | one-time |
| Super Nitrous | $2.99 | one-time |
| Head Start | $2.99 | one-time |
| HIGH ROLLER | $4.99 | one-time |
| ALLOWANCE | $4.99 | one-time |
| Race Team | $4.99 | one-time |
| EXECUTIVE CASE | $9.99 | one-time |
| SALARY | $9.99 | one-time |
| VIP VAULT | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Beautifully designed
- 🚀 Simple mechanics
- 🚀 Engaging gameplay
- 👍 Rewarding progression system
- 🚀 Responsive app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🔒 No way to back up progress
- 💰 Relentless push for real money
- 💰 Forced purchases of unwanted cars
- 🐛 Inability to sell cars

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes on startup
- Daily races not working properly
- Losing progress after spending money
- Incompatibility with newer devices and iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Bring back multiplayer mode
- Add global leaderboards and tournaments
- Provide more upgrade options
- Increase number of upgrade stages
- Restore online/cross-device functionality


### Torque Drift

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/torque-drift/id1200357146)

**Currently charting:** #163 Top Grossing · Racing (US App Store)

Compete in realistic online tandem drift battles to become a drift king. Build and customize your car with real parts, paint jobs, and sponsors. Experience stunning graphics, realistic physics, and in-depth tuning.

**Highlights:** Online multiplayer tandem drifting, Realistic drifting physics, In-depth car tuning, Custom livery painting, Real branded sponsors, Stunning graphics

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bullion Package 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Stock RX7 | $2.99 | one-time |
| George K's 370z | $3.99 | one-time |
| Charles Ng | $4.99 | one-time |
| GUMOUT GT4586 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bullion Package 2 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Dan Burkett Driver Car | $9.99 | one-time |
| Adam LZ Starter Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Mad Mike RX7 | $13.99 | one-time |
| Bullion Package 3 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Bullion Package 4 | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Realistic drifting physics
- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 💎 Excellent car customization
- 🏆 Challenging but rewarding
- 🎨 Great graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🕰️ Slow progression and earning of in-game currency
- 💰 Expensive premium cars
- 🤖 Overpowered AI opponents
- 🔀 Inconsistent controls and settings

**Reported bugs**

- Disappearing parts and cars after updates
- Inconsistent scoring and disqualifications
- Control settings resetting between sessions
- Multiplayer connection issues and matchmaking problems

**Requested features**

- More car selection and customization options
- Improved sponsorship and event system
- Private lobbies and multiplayer modes
- Ability to save and transfer progress across devices
- More realistic engine and exhaust sounds


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CSR Racing free?

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

### Is Torque Drift free?

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

### Which has better reviews, CSR Racing or Torque Drift?

Torque Drift is rated higher. CSR Racing averages 4.6 out of 5 from 85K ratings, while Torque Drift averages 4.7 from 43K ratings.

### Do CSR Racing or Torque Drift have ads?

Torque Drift shows ads; CSR Racing does not.

### Which is updated more often, CSR Racing or Torque Drift?

CSR Racing ships an update every 2 months, and Torque Drift every 3 weeks. Most recently, CSR Racing was updated on October 20, 2026 and Torque Drift on October 20, 2026.

### Which is more popular, CSR Racing or Torque Drift?

CSR Racing currently peaks at #53 in the App Store charts, and Torque Drift at #163. 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.*