# PureSkate 1+2 vs Skatrix

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PureSkate 1+2 at none against Skatrix's 4. PureSkate 1+2 also leads on review sentiment (61% vs 50%). Skatrix's advantage is ratings volume (45 vs 5) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Skatrix sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. PureSkate 1+2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.2 for PureSkate 1+2 against 4.1 for Skatrix. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Skatrix has 45 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 61% of PureSkate 1+2's written reviews are positive against 50% of Skatrix's.

PureSkate 1+2 ships an update every 5 weeks, Skatrix every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PureSkate 1+2 | Skatrix |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pureskate-1-plus-2/id519588710/reviews)** | [4.1 (45 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skatrix/id1545044181/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **45** |
| Positive reviews | **61.2% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 278 MB | 928 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Orbi Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/449522005) | [Reality Crisis Oy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1459806661) |

## 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:** none

**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


### Skatrix

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skatrix/id1545044181)

This app lets you virtually skate in real-world environments by scanning your surroundings. Build custom skateparks, perform tricks, challenge friends, and customize your skater and board. Film and share your best lines.

**Highlights:** Scan and skate real-world spots, Build custom skateparks, Perform various skateboarding tricks, Challenge friends locally or remotely, Customize skater and board appearance, Film and share trick replays

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Park Builder | $1.99 | per month |
| Pro Tricks | $0.99 | one-time |
| A few | $0.99 | one-time |
| A bunch | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Creative and fun idea
- ✨ Unique AR skateboarding experience
- 🤩 Amazing graphics for AR
- 💯 Innovative concept
- 🎮 Good potential

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🎮 Wonky and hard-to-get-used-to controls
- 😵 Controlling direction by looking is annoying
- 🤔 Confusing to sign in or register
- 💥 Game crashes with Lightship AR
- 🚫 Can't play without an invite/waitlist

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes when using Lightship AR
- Cannot sign in or register due to symbol restrictions
- Phone crashes upon trying to launch the game
- Skater not showing up after scanning
- Clicking 'skate' does nothing

**Requested features**

- Add joystick for better character control
- Change camera angles
- Add trick button with joystick
- Add custom clothes for character
- Add more tricks (nollie, varial heel, inward heel, etc.)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PureSkate 1+2 free?

PureSkate 1+2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Skatrix free?

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

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

PureSkate 1+2 is rated higher. PureSkate 1+2 averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Skatrix averages 4.1 from 45 ratings.

### Do PureSkate 1+2 or Skatrix have ads?

Neither PureSkate 1+2 nor Skatrix shows ads.

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

PureSkate 1+2 ships an update every 5 weeks, and Skatrix every 2 months. Most recently, PureSkate 1+2 was updated on November 1, 2026 and Skatrix on November 3, 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.*