# Dungeon Quest vs Dash Quest

The clearest difference is ads: Dash Quest at none against Dungeon Quest's shown. Dash Quest also leads on ratings volume (1.1K vs 265). Dungeon Quest's advantage is review sentiment (85% vs 74%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dungeon Quest sells 12 one-off in-app purchases and Dash Quest sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Dungeon Quest against 4.6 for Dash Quest. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 265 and 1.1K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 85% of Dungeon Quest's written reviews are positive against 74% of Dash Quest's.

Dungeon Quest ships an update every 2 months, Dash Quest monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dungeon Quest | Dash Quest |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (265 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dungeon-quest/id574486553/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dash-quest/id973161926/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 265 | **1.1K** |
| Positive reviews | **84.9% of reviews** | 74.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 44 MB | 203 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shiny Box Games, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/574486556) | [Trophy Games Canada Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/892108904) |

## What reviewers say

### Dungeon Quest

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dungeon-quest/id574486553)

Embark on an offline Action RPG adventure filled with randomized loot and dynamically generated dungeons. Defeat bosses, customize characters with unique gear and skills, and compete with friends in leagues. Recruit hirelings and pets to aid you on your quest.

**Highlights:** Randomized loot and gear customization, Dynamically generated dungeons, Four acts with legendary bosses, Hireling and Pet systems, Gear-based skill and talent system, Competitive Battle Arena leagues

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| .99 Gold Purchase | $0.99 | one-time |
| Character Save Slot 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Character Save Slot 3 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Experience Boost | $0.99 | one-time |
| Luck Potion | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pet Slime: Random Stats | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hunter's Boost | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1.99 Gold Purchase | $1.99 | one-time |
| Auto Map Reveal | $1.99 | one-time |
| 4.99 Gold Purchase | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium Stash | $4.99 | one-time |
| Multi Boost | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💯 Best offline rpg
- 🙏 Still the best offline rpg loot hack n slash game
- 🤩 Awesome game
- 🎮 Criminally underrated game
- 🤩 Completely forgot about this game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Drop rates awful
- 🐛 Please fix the tv app
- 💰 In app purchases
- 🐛 Inventory doesn't work
- 🐛 Game crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Inventory button doesn't work
- Progress lost after uninstall and reinstall
- Necessary updates cause loss of progress
- Crashes when ads appear

**Requested features**

- Add online platform, PvP, and guilds
- Explain Blood Magic mechanics better
- Add more weapons, armor, and classes
- Add co-op multiplayer
- Add more content like new maps, monsters, and bosses


### Dash Quest

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dash-quest/id973161926)

Embark on a retro-inspired fantasy adventure combining endless running with RPG elements. Battle enemies, conquer bosses, and customize your hero with extensive gear, spells, and skills. Complete daily challenges and explore a world map for legendary rewards.

**Highlights:** Addictive action RPG gameplay, Daily challenges and rewards, Epic boss battles, Customizable upgrade system, Adventure Mode with World Map, Pets with accessories, Retro-inspired HD graphics

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Gold Pass | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Epic Gift | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Gold (Medium) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Double XP | $4.99 | one-time |
| Epic Coin Doubler | $4.99 | one-time |
| DQ Adventurer's Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| DQ Gold (Regular) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Adventurer's Pack II | $9.99 | one-time |
| DQ Gold (Large) | $19.99 | one-time |
| Adventurer's Pack III | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💎 Excellent game
- 🕹️ Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Great retro pixel art style
- 🕰️ Engaging time-killer
- 🔥 One of the best mobile games

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and glitches
- 💰 Excessive ads and monetization
- 📱 UI/UX issues on newer devices
- 🕰️ Slow progression and grindy
- 🔍 Missing features/descriptions

**Reported bugs**

- Ads not registering properly
- Inability to exit certain menus
- Chest/revive issues during runs
- Inventory filling up with junk
- Crashes and freezes on longer runs

**Requested features**

- Add more levels and bosses
- Improve inventory management
- Implement cloud save/sync
- Add more customization options
- Enhance the daily dungeon mode


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dungeon Quest free?

Dungeon Quest is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Dash Quest free?

Dash Quest is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Dungeon Quest or Dash Quest?

Dash Quest is rated higher. Dungeon Quest averages 4.5 out of 5 from 265 ratings, while Dash Quest averages 4.6 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do Dungeon Quest or Dash Quest have ads?

Dungeon Quest shows ads; Dash Quest does not.

### Which is updated more often, Dungeon Quest or Dash Quest?

Dungeon Quest ships an update every 2 months, and Dash Quest monthly. Most recently, Dungeon Quest was updated on September 24, 2026 and Dash Quest on September 19, 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.*