# True Skate vs Touchgrind Skate 2

The clearest difference is price: Touchgrind Skate 2 at Free against True Skate's $1.99. True Skate's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months). On review sentiment, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Touchgrind Skate 2 is free to download; True Skate costs $1.99 up front. True Skate sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Touchgrind Skate 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

True Skate holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9K and 13K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 51% of True Skate's written reviews are positive against 55% of Touchgrind Skate 2's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

True Skate ships an update fortnightly, Touchgrind Skate 2 every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | True Skate | Touchgrind Skate 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[3.8 (9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/true-skate/id549105915/reviews)** | [3.5 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/touchgrind-skate-2/id720068876/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 9K | **13K** |
| Positive reviews | 51.1% of reviews | **54.9% 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 | **#2** | #108 |
| Size | 196 MB | 471 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [True Axis](https://appshunter.io/developer/337866373) | [Illusion Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/297694604) |

## What reviewers say

### True Skate

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

**Currently charting:** #2 Top Paid · Sports, #19 Top Paid · Action, #43 Top Paid · Games, #74 Top Paid, #111 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


### Touchgrind Skate 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/touchgrind-skate-2/id720068876)

**Currently charting:** #108 Top Free · Sports (US App Store)

Experience realistic skateboarding with intuitive multi-touch controls. Master a vast array of tricks, complete challenges, and compete with friends in various game modes. Unlock new gear and skateparks as you hone your skills.

**Highlights:** Realistic physics and 3D graphics, Multi-touch controls, Multiple game modes (Training, Competition, Jam Session, S.K.A.T.E), Unlockable skateparks, decks, and gear, Video recording and replay functionality, Tutorial videos

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The Car Park | $2.99 | one-time |
| The Factory | $2.99 | one-time |
| Playground | $2.99 | one-time |
| Space dock | $2.99 | one-time |
| Special board | $2.99 | one-time |
| Mega Ramp | $2.99 | one-time |
| The Office | $2.99 | one-time |
| Special Board - Big pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Mega Deal | $6.99 | one-time |
| Ultra Deal | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Great graphics and physics
- 🕹️ Realistic skateboarding controls
- 🏆 Challenging and rewarding gameplay
- 🔥 Addictive and fun
- 💯 Excellent for skaters and non-skaters

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive to unlock additional maps
- 🤔 Confusing trick mechanics (e.g., kickflips/heelflips)
- 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs
- 🔍 Limited free content

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent trick registration
- Occasional board freezing and spawning issues
- Replay camera problems

**Requested features**

- Ability to customize trucks, wheels, and griptape
- Unlockable maps through challenges or progression
- Multiplayer modes (e.g., SKATE, online competitions)
- Manual tricks and more grind options
- Community-created maps and sharing


## Frequently asked questions

### Is True Skate free?

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

### Is Touchgrind Skate 2 free?

Touchgrind Skate 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, True Skate or Touchgrind Skate 2?

True Skate is rated higher. True Skate averages 3.8 out of 5 from 9K ratings, while Touchgrind Skate 2 averages 3.5 from 13K ratings.

### Do True Skate or Touchgrind Skate 2 have ads?

Touchgrind Skate 2 shows ads; True Skate does not.

### Which is updated more often, True Skate or Touchgrind Skate 2?

True Skate ships an update fortnightly, and Touchgrind Skate 2 every 4 months. Most recently, True Skate was updated on October 29, 2026 and Touchgrind Skate 2 on October 29, 2026.

### Which is more popular, True Skate or Touchgrind Skate 2?

True Skate currently peaks at #2 in the App Store charts, and Touchgrind Skate 2 at #108. 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.*