# PureSkate 1+2 vs Kidblock Maker

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Kidblock Maker at none against PureSkate 1+2's 1. Kidblock Maker also leads on ratings volume (261 vs 3) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PureSkate 1+2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Kidblock Maker asks for nothing beyond the download.

Kidblock Maker holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Kidblock Maker has 261 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 61% and 61% positive.

PureSkate 1+2 ships an update every 5 weeks, Kidblock Maker every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and August 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PureSkate 1+2 | Kidblock Maker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pureskate-1-plus-2/id519588710/reviews) | **[3.9 (261 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kidblock-maker/id1018690584/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **261** |
| Positive reviews | 61.2% of reviews | 61.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 278 MB | 55 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **7.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Orbi Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/449522005) | [Micah Lansing](https://appshunter.io/developer/558314849) |

## What reviewers say

### PureSkate 1+2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pureskate-1-plus-2/id519588710)

Experience a realistic skateboarding simulation that combines the best elements of previous titles. Master intuitive fingerboard controls to perform stylish combos and tricks in a 3D world. Earn your way to unlocking new levels and challenges.

**Highlights:** Realistic skateboarding simulation, Intuitive fingerboard controls, Dozens of flip, rail, and grab tricks, Link tricks with manuals for combos, Dozens of goals to accomplish, Full 3D skater and world, Game Center leaderboards

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Version | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fantastic game
- 👍 Intuitive and polished
- 👍 Realistic skating simulation
- 👍 Challenging but fun
- 👍 Great for skate fans

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 🐛 Controls can be unresponsive
- 🐛 Difficult to master tricks
- 🐛 Graphics could be improved
- 💰 Full version may be overpriced

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on launch
- Glitches that prevent progression
- Incompatible with certain devices/OS versions

**Requested features**

- More skate parks and levels
- Ability to customize character and board
- Better tutorial and control explanations
- Smoother control scheme and responsiveness


### Kidblock Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kidblock-maker/id1018690584)

Design unique character skins with custom clothing and hairstyles. Utilize a pixel editor for detailed customization and directly import your creations into the game or save them to share with friends.

**Highlights:** Create custom character skins, Add clothes, shoes, and hair, Pixel editor for customization, Direct import to game, Save skins to camera roll, Share with friends

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Creative skin customization capabilities
- 🎮 Good integration with Kidblock app
- 👍 Fun and engaging for users
- 🎯 Easy to use once understood
- ✨ Allows unique character creation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent saving and syncing failures
- 😕 Steep learning curve for beginners
- 🔧 Difficult face/detail creation
- 📱 UI scaling issues on some devices
- ❌ Skins don't transfer properly to Kidblock

**Reported bugs**

- Skins not saving to camera roll/gallery
- App crashes on startup
- Buttons unresponsive or non-functional
- Skins not appearing in Kidblock after creation
- Skin data corruption when syncing

**Requested features**

- Eraser tool for corrections
- Zoom in/close-up view for detailed work
- Grid overlay for pixel precision
- More clothing options (dresses, skirts, hoodies)
- Multiplayer functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PureSkate 1+2 free?

PureSkate 1+2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Kidblock Maker free?

Kidblock Maker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, PureSkate 1+2 or Kidblock Maker?

Kidblock Maker is rated higher. PureSkate 1+2 averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Kidblock Maker averages 3.9 from 261 ratings.

### Do PureSkate 1+2 or Kidblock Maker have ads?

Neither PureSkate 1+2 nor Kidblock Maker shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PureSkate 1+2 or Kidblock Maker?

PureSkate 1+2 ships an update every 5 weeks, and Kidblock Maker every 9 days. Most recently, PureSkate 1+2 was updated on September 20, 2026 and Kidblock Maker on August 20, 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.*