# Running Fred vs Mega Jump Halfbrick+

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Running Fred at 79% against Mega Jump Halfbrick+'s 20%. Running Fred also leads on rating (4.5 vs 2.2) and ratings volume (1.8K vs 62). Mega Jump Halfbrick+'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (daily vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Running Fred sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Mega Jump Halfbrick+ sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Running Fred holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Running Fred has 1.8K ratings behind it against 62, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Running Fred's written reviews are positive against 20% of Mega Jump Halfbrick+'s.

Running Fred ships an update every 3 months, Mega Jump Halfbrick+ daily. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Running Fred | Mega Jump Halfbrick+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-fred/id492146903/reviews)** | [2.2 (62 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mega-jump-halfbrick-plus/id6504854177/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.8K** | 62 |
| Positive reviews | **79.0% of reviews** | 19.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 233 MB | 370 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Dedalord S.R.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/378692856) | [Halfbrick](https://appshunter.io/developer/356994313) |

## What reviewers say

### Running Fred

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-fred/id492146903)

Guide a hapless hero through perilous traps and challenges in this fast-paced third-person platformer. Perform acrobatic maneuvers, utilize special items, and choose from multiple game modes to survive.

**Highlights:** Acrobatic maneuvers, Perilous traps, Multiple game modes, Special skills and perks, Unlockable characters and outfits, Cross-device progress saving

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2000 Skullies Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Value Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Value Pack 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Value Pack 3 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Skullies Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| 11000 Skullies Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| 24000 Skullies Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| 60000 Skullies Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| 84000 Skullies Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| 350000 Skullies | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Customizable character
- 🎢 Challenging obstacles
- 🎯 Nostalgic experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and glitches
- 🕰️ Slow loading times
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🩸 Excessive violence/gore

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes when using Iron Fred character
- Mystery boxes not working as intended
- Inverted controls and screen orientation issues
- Obstacles not registering properly

**Requested features**

- Bring back Falling Fred and Falling Fred Z
- Add more levels and worlds
- Improve controls and responsiveness
- Reduce difficulty of obtaining in-game currency


### Mega Jump Halfbrick+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mega-jump-halfbrick-plus/id6504854177)

Embark on an exciting adventure with a charming character, leaping through vibrant worlds filled with colorful landscapes and captivating animations. Collect coins, dodge obstacles, and utilize various power-ups to enhance your journey. Unlock new characters and compete with others worldwide.

**Highlights:** Vibrant cartoon graphics, Explore diverse worlds, Power-up madness, Super Nova Boost, Unlockable characters, Monthly new characters

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Halfbrick+ (Early Adopter) | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ (Trial) | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ (Yearly discount) | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ | $29.99 | per year |
| Halfbrick+ (Yearly discount) | $29.99 | per year |
| Halfbrick+ | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ❤️ Nostalgic childhood game
- 🎮 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 🙌 Brings back good memories

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription model for an old game
- 🙅‍♀️ Locked behind a paywall
- 🤔 Doesn't feel like the original
- 😞 Disappointing changes from the original

**Reported bugs**

- Magnet power-up not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Make the game free-to-play with optional ads
- Offer a one-time purchase option instead of subscription
- Bring back the original Mega Jump experience


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Running Fred free?

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

### Is Mega Jump Halfbrick+ free?

Mega Jump Halfbrick+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Running Fred or Mega Jump Halfbrick+?

Running Fred is rated higher. Running Fred averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.8K ratings, while Mega Jump Halfbrick+ averages 2.2 from 62 ratings.

### Do Running Fred or Mega Jump Halfbrick+ have ads?

Running Fred shows ads; Mega Jump Halfbrick+ does not.

### Which is updated more often, Running Fred or Mega Jump Halfbrick+?

Running Fred ships an update every 3 months, and Mega Jump Halfbrick+ daily. Most recently, Running Fred was updated on September 25, 2026 and Mega Jump Halfbrick+ on September 25, 2026.

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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.*