# DEAD TRIGGER vs Temple Run 2

The clearest difference is update cadence: Temple Run 2 at monthly against DEAD TRIGGER's every 3 months. Temple Run 2 also leads on ratings volume (496K vs 39K) and chart position (#20 vs unranked). DEAD TRIGGER's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DEAD TRIGGER sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Temple Run 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DEAD TRIGGER holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Temple Run 2 has 496K ratings behind it against 39K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of DEAD TRIGGER's written reviews are positive against 65% of Temple Run 2's.

DEAD TRIGGER ships an update every 3 months, Temple Run 2 monthly. Both last shipped on November 8, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | DEAD TRIGGER | Temple Run 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (39K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dead-trigger-survival-shooter/id533079551/reviews)** | [4.5 (496K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temple-run-2/id572395608/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 39K | **496K** |
| Positive reviews | **70.9% of reviews** | 65.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#20** |
| Size | 449 MB | 251 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Deca Games EOOD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1472223668) | [Imangi Studios, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/284899742) |

## What reviewers say

### DEAD TRIGGER

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dead-trigger-survival-shooter/id533079551)

Engage in intense first-person shooter combat against hordes of zombies. Secure supplies, rescue survivors, and explore a city to uncover a dark truth. Utilize a vast arsenal of weapons and gadgets to survive the apocalypse.

**Highlights:** Smash hordes of zombies, Secure vital supplies, Save other survivors, Explore the city, Lethal arsenal of weapons, Powerful gadgets, Character upgrades

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Money Pile | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gold Pile | $2.99 | one-time |
| Money Credit | $2.99 | one-time |
| Gold Credit | $3.99 | one-time |
| Gold Cache | $4.99 | one-time |
| Money Cache | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gold Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Money Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gold Stockpile | $14.99 | one-time |
| Gold Treasure | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Great graphics
- 💡 Customizable controls
- 🎮 Reminds players of classic zombie shooters
- 🎉 Fun and addictive

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🔧 Bugs and glitches
- 💰 Progression feels grindy without in-app purchases
- 🎮 Controls can be awkward
- 🕹️ Lack of controller support

**Reported bugs**

- Crossbow not functioning properly
- Audio glitches and missing sound effects
- Crashes after completing missions
- Inability to progress past tutorial
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- More levels and story content
- Expanded weapon selection
- Online multiplayer mode
- Ability to replay story missions
- Cloud save sync improvements


### Temple Run 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temple-run-2/id572395608)

**Currently charting:** #20 Top Free · Adventure, #64 Top Free · Action (US App Store)

Embark on an exhilarating endless runner adventure through vibrant jungle worlds. Dodge obstacles, collect power-ups, and unlock legendary characters with unique abilities. Compete globally and play offline anytime in this thrilling action-packed game.

**Highlights:** Endless running through diverse environments, Unlockable legendary characters with unique abilities, Powerful in-game power-ups, Intuitive swipe controls for dodging obstacles, Global leaderboards for competition, Offline gameplay

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Handful of Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Handful of Gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| Usain Bolt | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bruce Lee | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Coin Doubler | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Chalice of Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Chalice of Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Chest of Coins | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Gorgeous graphics and sound
- 👍 Engaging gameplay and characters
- 👍 Variety of maps and challenges
- 👍 Nostalgic and fun experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases for maps and characters
- 🔁 Repetitive gameplay
- 🐛 Glitches and bugs with controls and performance
- 📺 Excessive and intrusive ads

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent jump/slide/turn responsiveness
- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Daily challenges not registering properly
- Issues with loading new content and maps

**Requested features**

- More free maps and content
- Increased challenge and difficulty progression
- More character customization options
- Ability to transfer progress across devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DEAD TRIGGER free?

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

### Is Temple Run 2 free?

Temple Run 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, DEAD TRIGGER or Temple Run 2?

DEAD TRIGGER is rated higher. DEAD TRIGGER averages 4.7 out of 5 from 39K ratings, while Temple Run 2 averages 4.5 from 496K ratings.

### Do DEAD TRIGGER or Temple Run 2 have ads?

Both DEAD TRIGGER and Temple Run 2 show ads.

### Which is updated more often, DEAD TRIGGER or Temple Run 2?

DEAD TRIGGER ships an update every 3 months, and Temple Run 2 monthly. Most recently, DEAD TRIGGER was updated on November 8, 2026 and Temple Run 2 on November 8, 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.*