# Temple Run 2 vs Fruit Ninja 2

The clearest difference is rating: Fruit Ninja 2 at 4.7 against Temple Run 2's 4.5. Fruit Ninja 2 also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). Temple Run 2's advantage is review sentiment (65% vs 52%) and chart position (#25 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Temple Run 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Fruit Ninja 2 sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Fruit Ninja 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 496K and 118K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 65% of Temple Run 2's written reviews are positive against 52% of Fruit Ninja 2's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Temple Run 2 ships an update monthly, Fruit Ninja 2 every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Temple Run 2 | Fruit Ninja 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (496K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temple-run-2/id572395608/reviews) | **[4.7 (118K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fruit-ninja-2/id1330898775/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **496K** | 118K |
| Positive reviews | **65.1% of reviews** | 52.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#25** | — |
| Size | 251 MB | 1.0 GB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Imangi Studios, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/284899742) | [Halfbrick](https://appshunter.io/developer/356994313) |

## What reviewers say

### Temple Run 2

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

**Currently charting:** #25 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


### Fruit Ninja 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fruit-ninja-2/id1330898775)

Engage in fast-paced fruit-slicing battles against players worldwide. Collect and upgrade powerful blades and unlock unique power-ups to dominate the competition and climb the ranks to become the ultimate ninja champion. Enjoy classic arcade action with a competitive twist.

**Highlights:** Player-versus-player gameplay, Unlock and upgrade blades, Collect and use power-ups, Compete in leagues, VS Friend mode, Unlock avatars and taunts

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Handful of Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer 3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Second Garden Row | $2.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Bundle | $3.99 | one-time |
| Bucket of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass | $7.99 | one-time |
| Chest of Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass Bundle | $12.99 | one-time |
| Cart of Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| Stockpile of Gems | $49.99 | one-time |
| Mountain of Gems | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive and fun gameplay
- 👍 Variety of game modes
- 🚀 Smooth multiplayer experience
- 👍 Visually appealing
- 🚀 Improved from original Fruit Ninja

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 💰 Predatory in-app purchases and monetization
- 🔒 Requires constant online connection
- 🐛 Progression and rewards system issues
- 🤖 Suspected use of bots in leaderboards

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes on startup or during gameplay
- Rewards and progress not saving properly
- Multiplayer matches freezing or disconnecting
- Glitches in mini-game modes
- Leaderboard and event issues

**Requested features**

- Offline gameplay mode
- Ability to play classic/arcade modes without restrictions
- Fairer and more balanced multiplayer matchmaking
- Reduced grind for progression and rewards
- Removal of pay-to-win elements


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Temple Run 2 free?

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

### Is Fruit Ninja 2 free?

Fruit Ninja 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Temple Run 2 or Fruit Ninja 2?

Fruit Ninja 2 is rated higher. Temple Run 2 averages 4.5 out of 5 from 496K ratings, while Fruit Ninja 2 averages 4.7 from 118K ratings.

### Do Temple Run 2 or Fruit Ninja 2 have ads?

Both Temple Run 2 and Fruit Ninja 2 show ads.

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

Temple Run 2 ships an update monthly, and Fruit Ninja 2 every 2 weeks. Most recently, Temple Run 2 was updated on October 25, 2026 and Fruit Ninja 2 on October 26, 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.*