# Temple Run 2 vs Fananees Run

The clearest difference is rating: Temple Run 2 at 4.5 against Fananees Run's 3.9. Temple Run 2 also leads on ratings volume (495K vs 245) and review sentiment (65% vs 42%). Fananees Run's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Temple Run 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Fananees Run sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Temple Run 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Temple Run 2 has 495K ratings behind it against 245, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of Temple Run 2's written reviews are positive against 42% of Fananees Run's.

Temple Run 2 ships an update monthly, Fananees Run every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Temple Run 2 | Fananees Run |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (495K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temple-run-2/id572395608/reviews)** | [3.9 (245 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fananees-run/id1237115227/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **495K** | 245 |
| Positive reviews | **65.0% of reviews** | 42.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#23** | — |
| Size | 251 MB | 561 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Imangi Studios, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/284899742) | [MBC Group](https://appshunter.io/developer/387763189) |

## What reviewers say

### Temple Run 2

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

**Currently charting:** #23 Top Free · Adventure, #60 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


### Fananees Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fananees-run/id1237115227)

Embark on an exhilarating endless runner journey. Test your reflexes, dodge obstacles, and race through dynamically generated landscapes. Collect power-ups and compete for the top spot on leaderboards in this fast-paced adventure.

**Highlights:** Endless running gameplay, Obstacle dodging mechanics, Power-up collection, Dynamic landscapes, Leaderboard competition, Intuitive controls

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pouch of Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Beginner Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pile of Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Small Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Coins | $3.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Welcome Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Large Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Heaps of Coins | $10.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| Tons of Lucky Coins | $18.99 | one-time |
| Fananees Pack | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ❤️ Game is fun
- 😊 Positive greetings
- 👍 Good game
- 😍 Amazing game
- 💯 Unbelievable game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Game is trash
- ❌ Not working
- 📉 Game is failing
- 😩 Game is boring
- 😠 Bad app

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on iPhone 6s
- Game crashes
- Game stops working
- Game crashes at specific points
- Game closes unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- Make tilt controls optional
- Improve graphics
- Make fall mountain section slower
- Add more character variety
- Improve game responsiveness


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Temple Run 2 free?

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

### Is Fananees Run free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Temple Run 2 or Fananees Run?

Temple Run 2 is rated higher. Temple Run 2 averages 4.5 out of 5 from 495K ratings, while Fananees Run averages 3.9 from 245 ratings.

### Do Temple Run 2 or Fananees Run have ads?

Temple Run 2 shows ads; Fananees Run does not.

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

Temple Run 2 ships an update monthly, and Fananees Run every 10 days. Most recently, Temple Run 2 was updated on October 19, 2026 and Fananees Run on October 17, 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.*