Comparison

Mega Run vs Mr. Crab

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Mega Run

Embark on an epic platforming adventure to rescue kidnapped siblings. Explore vibrant worlds, collect coins and gems, and utilize explosive powerups. Unlock new characters and uncover hundreds of secrets across dozens of challenging stages.

Highlights
  • Eye-popping cartoon graphics
  • Epic platform action
  • Simple tap control
  • Hundreds of stages and worlds
  • Hundreds of secrets and collectables
  • 28 explosive powerups
  • Unlockable characters
Features
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“This sequel is not to be missed” - IGN App Store Best of 2012! From the creators of the #1 hit Mega Jump! "One of the best games on the platform." - Apple'N'Apps "The most addictive platformer yet... Close to a perfect sequel." – AppAdvice “It’s a joy to play and easy to get wrapped up in, just by virtue of how savagely it slays every point of design possible in a modern runner.” - Touch Arcade "Offers all the thrills and spills a side-scrolling platform game should" - Macworld "This game will keep you happy the entire time you're playing. Not just smiling, but genuinely happy." - Gamezebo “Mobile gaming done right” - Inside Mobile Apps “Mega Run bursts with life and doesn’t pull its punches” - App Spy STORY Redford’s brother and sister have been kidnapped by a mysterious monster and taken far away! Join Redford on an amazing adventure across multiple worlds and dozens of challenging stages. Find Redford’s lost family and discover new worlds to explore by following the trail of stolen coins and Forest Gems! Mega Run - Redford’s Adventure is an epic platform game complete with an incredible cast of characters, fantastical landscapes to explore, and stacks of explosive powerups! FEATURES - Eye-popping cartoon graphics! - Epic platform action! - Simple tap control designed to work perfectly with your touch screen! - Hundreds of stages over multiple worlds! - Hundreds of secrets and collectables! - 28 explosive powerups! - Unlock hilarious new characters! - New limited-time characters added every month! - Game Center achievements & leaderboards - Regular free updates! Over 12 million players! Join us on the Mega Run - Redford’s Adventure Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/megarun Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/megarungame

About

Mr. Crab

Embark on a fast-paced arcade adventure as Mr. Crab, jumping and climbing to rescue baby crabs. Master precise timing across over 100 levels, encountering unique enemies and challenging bosses. Explore diverse worlds with stunning 3D graphics.

Highlights
  • Fast-paced arcade gameplay
  • Jump and climb mechanics
  • Rescue baby crabs
  • Over 100 challenging levels
  • Encounter diverse enemies
  • Defeat giant bosses
  • Stunning 3D graphics
Features
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Join Mr. Crab on his greatest adventure! Mr. Crab is a super fast arcade game with a twist. Take control of Mr. Crab and jump your way to the top, rescuing as many baby crabs as possible. Just tap on your screen to jump and climb to reach the top of the ever-spinning tower. But be aware, there are some foul enemies that will do anything to stop you. Timing is everything In Mr. Crab. you´ll need to use all your timing and quick thinking to get three stars on every level. Over 100 challenging levels. 14 levels to unlock for free. You will find different levels, like Beach Party, Hermit Heights and Acorn. Will you master them all? Meet, defeat or avoid enemies Encounter new enemies in every level. Say hello to Blowfish Bob, Fernando Feathers or Herman the Hermit… if you dare. It´s up to you how will take care of the enemies, avoid them or defeat them…. otherwise they will defeat you. Game Features •Super fast & fun adventurous game at its best •Face 5 foul bosses •Run, jump, climb through many levels in different worlds •Meet & defeat the giant bosses •Universal: Works on iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch •Stunning 3D graphics Follow @illusionlabs on Twitter Like us at facebook.com/illusionlabs

Screenshots

Mega Run4 screens
Mr. Crab4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Mr. Crab at none against Mega Run's shown. Mr. Crab also leads on rating (4.1 vs 3.9) and device support (4 vs 2). Mega Run's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Mega Run sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and Mr. Crab sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Mr. Crab holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.2K and 1.1K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 79% of Mega Run's written reviews are positive against 73% of Mr. Crab's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mega Run ships an update monthly, Mr. Crab every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Mega Run versus Mr. Crab: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMega RunMr. Crab
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (1.2K ratings)4.1 (1.1K ratings) — better
Positive reviews78.8% of reviews — better73.2% of reviews
Number of ratings1.2K — better1.1K
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS18.08.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size160 MB141 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGet Set GamesIllusion Labs

Customer experience

Mega Run

All ratings1,197 ratings
Positive69.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative22.1%
Written reviews2,031 reviews
Positive78.8%
Neutral6.5%
Negative14.8%

Mr. Crab

All ratings1,140 ratings
Positive76.7%
Neutral6.9%
Negative16.4%
Written reviews522 reviews
Positive73.2%
Neutral10.5%
Negative16.3%

User reviews

Mega Run

From 1.2K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Addictive and fun gameplay
  • 👍 Cute and colorful graphics
  • 💎 Challenging to collect all gems
  • 🕹️ Simple and easy to control

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes when using certain power-ups
  • 🔁 Repetitive level designs
  • 💰 In-app purchases can get expensive
  • 🕹️ Controls can be frustrating at times

Mr. Crab

From 1.1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🦀 Cute and fun game
  • 👍 Easy to play and control
  • 🎨 Great graphics and art style
  • 🕹️ Addictive and challenging gameplay
  • 💯 Nostalgic and childhood memories

Room to improve

  • 💰 Too many in-app purchases required
  • 🔒 Levels locked behind paywall
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
  • 🤯 Levels can be frustratingly difficult

Bugs and requests

Mega Run

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Levels not unlocking despite meeting requirements
  • Invisible obstacles causing unexpected deaths
  • Game freezing or crashing on certain devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • More levels and worlds to explore
  • Ability to save progress and resume later
  • Option to control character movement manually
  • Achievements and leaderboards integration

Mr. Crab

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Game crashing after completing early levels
  • Jumping mechanics not always responsive
  • Compatibility issues on newer devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • More free levels to play
  • Additional gameplay modes or challenges
  • Ability to save progress across devices
  • Multiplayer or social features

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Mega Run

One-time9
  • Small MP Bundle$1.99
  • Small Bag of Coins$1.99
  • Medium MP Bundle$4.99
Show 6 more
  • Medium Bag of Coins$4.99
  • Buy Everything$6.99
  • Super MP Bundle$19.99
  • Super Bag of Coins$19.99
  • Mega MP Bundle$49.99
  • Mega Bag of Coins$49.99
10 purchases

Mr. Crab

One-time10
  • Maxine$0.99
  • Ice Theme level pack$1.99
  • Stone Theme level pack$1.99
Show 7 more
  • Arnold$1.99
  • Rocking Forest medium levels$1.99
  • Medium-Hard levels$1.99
  • Canyon fever levelpack$1.99
  • Sugar swirl levelpack$1.99
  • Mix 2 Levelpack$1.99
  • Premium version$6.99

Questions

Is Mega Run free?
Mega Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mr. Crab free?
Mr. Crab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mega Run or Mr. Crab?
Mr. Crab is rated higher. Mega Run averages 3.9 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Mr. Crab averages 4.1 from 1.1K ratings.
Do Mega Run or Mr. Crab have ads?
Mega Run shows ads; Mr. Crab does not.
Which is updated more often, Mega Run or Mr. Crab?
Mega Run ships an update monthly, and Mr. Crab every 3 months. Most recently, Mega Run was updated on October 21, 2026 and Mr. Crab on October 29, 2026.

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