# Ice Cream Jump vs Build N Explode

The clearest difference is rating: Build N Explode at 5.0 against Ice Cream Jump's 4.4. Build N Explode also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 90%) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 15.6). Ice Cream Jump's advantage is ratings volume (812 vs 6) and device support. On price, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Ice Cream Jump sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Build N Explode sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Build N Explode holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ice Cream Jump has 812 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 90% of Ice Cream Jump's written reviews are positive against 100% of Build N Explode's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Ice Cream Jump | Build N Explode |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (812 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ice-cream-jump/id555647513/reviews) | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/build-n-explode/id871752897/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **812** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 90.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 11 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **6.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | — |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Retro Dreamer](https://appshunter.io/developer/338887318) | [IMRepublic Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/871752900) |

## What reviewers say

### Ice Cream Jump

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ice-cream-jump/id555647513)

Guide a cheerful ice cream scoop on an airborne adventure. Tilt your device to bounce between platforms, avoid obstacles, and collect items to achieve a high score. Unlock new characters and customizations to personalize your journey through the clouds.

**Highlights:** Tilt-based platform bouncing, Obstacle avoidance, Coin collection for unlocks, Character and customization collection, Game Center leaderboard integration, Ad-free gameplay

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| A Cup of Gold | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| A Bowl of Gold | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| A Pint of Gold | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🍨 Cute and nostalgic ice cream customizations
- 👍 No ads or in-app purchases
- 🕹️ Simple, relaxing gameplay
- 💫 Brings back childhood memories

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs or glitches
- 🤔 Limited gameplay variety

**Reported bugs**

- Coins disappearing after purchases
- Difficulty controlling the ice cream

**Requested features**

- Ability to play with friends
- More flavor and accessory options
- Seasonal or themed updates


### Build N Explode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/build-n-explode/id871752897)

Design and construct imaginative structures using a vast array of items. Then, unleash destruction through various forces like explosions, stomping, or water. Share your unique creations and destructive scenarios with friends.

**Highlights:** Build fantastical structures, Hundreds of build items, Destroy creations with explosions, Destroy creations with stomping, Destroy creations with water, Share creations with friends

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Animal Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gnome Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Monster Party Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Crazy Avatar Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Extreme Sci Fi Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Farm Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| All Packs | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Ice Cream Jump free?

Ice Cream Jump is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Build N Explode free?

Build N Explode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Ice Cream Jump or Build N Explode?

Build N Explode is rated higher. Ice Cream Jump averages 4.4 out of 5 from 812 ratings, while Build N Explode averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.

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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.*