# True Skate vs Vector Classic

The clearest difference is rating: Vector Classic at 4.9 against True Skate's 3.8. Vector Classic also leads on price ($0.99 vs $1.99) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). True Skate's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months). On review sentiment, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

True Skate costs $1.99 and Vector Classic $0.99 up front. True Skate sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Vector Classic sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Vector Classic holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9K and 2.8K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 51% of True Skate's written reviews are positive against 55% of Vector Classic's.

True Skate ships an update fortnightly, Vector Classic every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | True Skate | Vector Classic |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **$0.99** |
| Rating | [3.8 (9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/true-skate/id549105915/reviews) | **[4.9 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vector-classic/id562989701/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9K** | 2.8K |
| Positive reviews | 51.2% of reviews | **55.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | #7 |
| Size | 196 MB | 237 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [True Axis](https://appshunter.io/developer/337866373) | [Nekki Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1101320102) |

## What reviewers say

### True Skate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/true-skate/id549105915)

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Paid · Sports, #15 Top Paid · Action, #36 Top Paid · Games, #60 Top Paid, #113 Top Grossing · Sports (US App Store)

Experience the most realistic skateboarding simulation with intuitive finger controls that mimic real-world foot movements. Perform any trick imaginable, customize your skater and board, and create your dream skatepark. Compete globally or with friends.

**Highlights:** Realistic physics-based controls, Perform any trick, Skater and board customization, Unlockable skateparks, DIY park creation, Replay editor, Community features

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Slow Motion Mode | $0.99 | one-time |
| Skatepark: Inbound | $0.99 | one-time |
| Skatepark: Schoolyard | $0.99 | one-time |
| Skatepark: The Warehouse | $0.99 | one-time |
| Skatepark: Double Infinity | $0.99 | one-time |
| Skatepark: The Factory | $0.99 | one-time |
| Skatepark: The Valley | $0.99 | one-time |
| Skatepark: Mondo Ramp | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Custom Images | $4.99 | one-time |
| Skatepark 6 Pack | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🛹 Realistic skateboarding mechanics
- 🎨 Customizable boards and grip tape
- 🏆 Addictive and challenging gameplay
- 💯 Best mobile skating game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases for maps and content
- 🤯 Frustrating missions and challenges
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches with saved progress and purchases
- 🤖 Inconsistent trick recognition

**Reported bugs**

- Saved parks and purchases disappearing
- Crashes when accessing menus and customization
- Wheels and grip tape resetting after updates
- Missions not registering correctly

**Requested features**

- Multiplayer mode to skate with friends
- More free skateparks and content
- Ability to preview custom board designs
- Improved controls for goofy stance players


### Vector Classic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vector-classic/id562989701)

**Currently charting:** #7 Top Paid · Casual, #31 Top Paid · Action, #91 Top Paid · Games, #153 Top Paid (US App Store)

Experience a thrilling arcade-style game where you embody a free runner escaping a totalitarian regime. Utilize parkour-inspired moves to navigate rooftops and evade capture. With intuitive controls and challenging levels, this game offers an exciting chase.

**Highlights:** Parkour-inspired action gameplay, Arcade-style chase mechanics, Intuitive controls, Sophisticated level designs, Over 40 challenging levels, Lifelike parkour animations

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2.000 coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5,000 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 10,000 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 6.000 coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| 15,000 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| 10.000 coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 25,000 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 22.000 coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 55,000 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 85,000 Coins | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Nostalgic and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Stylish visuals and smooth animations
- 🏃‍♂️ Thrilling parkour experience
- 💯 Best mobile parkour game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕹️ Unresponsive controls
- 🔍 Difficult to complete levels perfectly
- 💰 Ads in a paid game
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes on launch or during loading
- Trick activation not working as expected
- Levels not loading or progressing properly
- Incompatibility with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Checkpoint system to avoid restarting levels
- Endless mode or level creator
- More customization options for the character
- Ability to play own music in the background


## Frequently asked questions

### Is True Skate free?

True Skate costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Vector Classic free?

Vector Classic costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, True Skate or Vector Classic?

Vector Classic is rated higher. True Skate averages 3.8 out of 5 from 9K ratings, while Vector Classic averages 4.9 from 2.8K ratings.

### Do True Skate or Vector Classic have ads?

Vector Classic shows ads; True Skate does not.

### Which is updated more often, True Skate or Vector Classic?

True Skate ships an update fortnightly, and Vector Classic every 4 months. Most recently, True Skate was updated on October 15, 2026 and Vector Classic on October 16, 2026.

### Which is more popular, True Skate or Vector Classic?

True Skate currently peaks at #1 in the App Store charts, and Vector Classic at #7. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*