# PureSkate 1+2 vs HALFPIPE.

The clearest difference is rating: HALFPIPE. at 4.7 against PureSkate 1+2's 3.7. HALFPIPE. also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

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

HALFPIPE. holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HALFPIPE. has 145 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 61% of PureSkate 1+2's written reviews are positive against 87% of HALFPIPE.'s.

PureSkate 1+2 ships an update every 5 weeks, HALFPIPE. every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PureSkate 1+2 | HALFPIPE. |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pureskate-1-plus-2/id519588710/reviews) | **[4.7 (145 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/halfpipe/id1437194690/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **145** |
| Positive reviews | 61.2% of reviews | **86.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 278 MB | 168 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Orbi Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/449522005) | [Leaked Productions LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/826062062) |

## 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


### HALFPIPE.

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/halfpipe/id1437194690)

Experience retro 8-bit skateboarding with intuitive swipe controls for tricks and a bomb mechanic to gain altitude. Test your skills and see if you can become a skateboarding legend.

**Highlights:** 8-bit retro graphics, Swipe controls for tricks, Bomb mechanic for altitude, Skateboarding simulation, Pro-skater challenges

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PureSkate 1+2 free?

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

### Is HALFPIPE. free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PureSkate 1+2 or HALFPIPE.?

HALFPIPE. is rated higher. PureSkate 1+2 averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while HALFPIPE. averages 4.7 from 145 ratings.

### Do PureSkate 1+2 or HALFPIPE. have ads?

Neither PureSkate 1+2 nor HALFPIPE. shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PureSkate 1+2 or HALFPIPE.?

PureSkate 1+2 ships an update every 5 weeks, and HALFPIPE. every 3 days. Most recently, PureSkate 1+2 was updated on October 11, 2026 and HALFPIPE. on September 29, 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.*