# Sonic Dash Run vs Super Mario Run

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Sonic Dash Run at 88% against Super Mario Run's 45%. Sonic Dash Run also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.8) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). Super Mario Run's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and chart position there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sonic Dash Run sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Super Mario Run sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Sonic Dash Run holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sonic Dash Run has 418K ratings behind it against 78K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of Sonic Dash Run's written reviews are positive against 45% of Super Mario Run's.

Sonic Dash Run ships an update every 3 weeks, Super Mario Run every 3 months. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sonic Dash Run | Super Mario Run |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (418K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sonic-dash-run/id582654048/reviews)** | [3.8 (78K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-mario-run/id1145275343/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **418K** | 78K |
| Positive reviews | **88.0% of reviews** | 45.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#61** | #92 |
| Size | 351 MB | 607 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SEGA](https://appshunter.io/developer/281966698) | [Nintendo Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1062496488) |

## What reviewers say

### Sonic Dash Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sonic-dash-run/id582654048)

**Currently charting:** #61 Top Free · Action, #175 Top Free · Casual (US App Store)

Experience fast-paced endless runner action with iconic characters like Sonic the Hedgehog. Race through vibrant 3D courses, dodge obstacles, collect rings, and battle familiar villains. Unlock new characters and explore classic Sonic environments in this exciting mobile game.

**Highlights:** Endless runner gameplay, Collect rings and power-ups, Battle iconic bosses, Unlock and play as Sonic characters, Explore classic Sonic levels, Easy-to-use controls

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Free Revive | $1.99 | one-time |
| Sonic Dash- Pocket Money | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Breeze Bundle | $3.99 | one-time |
| Double Rings | $3.99 | one-time |
| Breakout Bundle | $3.99 | one-time |
| Espio the Chameleon | $3.99 | one-time |
| Classic Sonic | $3.99 | one-time |
| Booster Bundle | $6.99 | one-time |
| Chest Of Red Star Rings | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Awesome game
- 🚀 Fun and challenging gameplay
- 💡 Lots of characters to unlock
- 👍 Enjoyable for all ages
- 🚀 Addictive and replayable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Game feels too easy after a while
- 🐛 Glitches and performance issues
- 💰 Difficult to unlock characters without spending money
- 🔒 Lack of customization options
- 🐛 Bosses feel repetitive

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes and freezes frequently
- Obstacles and enemies are hard to see at times
- Character cards and upgrades are glitchy
- Leaderboard and multiplayer features not working properly

**Requested features**

- Add more boss battles and enemy variety
- Implement a story mode or progression system
- Allow character customization and skins
- Improve performance and reduce crashes
- Add more zones and level variety


### Super Mario Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-mario-run/id1145275343)

**Currently charting:** #92 Top Free · Action (US App Store)

A new kind of platformer where you control a character by tapping to make them run and jump. Master stylish moves to collect coins, rescue a princess, and build your own kingdom. Try out different modes before purchasing the full game.

**Highlights:** One-handed tap controls, Stylish jumps and moves, World Tour levels, Remix 10 challenges, Toad Rally competitions, Kingdom Builder customization

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All 6 Worlds | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Great game
- 🎨 Awesome graphics
- 🕹️ Smooth gameplay
- 🕹️ Challenging levels
- 🕹️ Variety of game modes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paywall for full game
- 🔒 Requires internet connection
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🕹️ Lack of character/level variety
- 🕹️ Repetitive gameplay

**Reported bugs**

- Constant connection errors
- Levels not loading properly
- Saved progress not syncing across devices
- Toad rally issues (losing tickets, unfair matchmaking)

**Requested features**

- Offline mode
- More playable characters
- More level variety
- Ability to choose characters in Remix 10
- Better toad rally balancing


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sonic Dash Run free?

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

### Is Super Mario Run free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Sonic Dash Run or Super Mario Run?

Sonic Dash Run is rated higher. Sonic Dash Run averages 4.7 out of 5 from 418K ratings, while Super Mario Run averages 3.8 from 78K ratings.

### Do Sonic Dash Run or Super Mario Run have ads?

Sonic Dash Run shows ads; Super Mario Run does not.

### Which is updated more often, Sonic Dash Run or Super Mario Run?

Sonic Dash Run ships an update every 3 weeks, and Super Mario Run every 3 months. Most recently, Sonic Dash Run was updated on September 24, 2026 and Super Mario Run on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Sonic Dash Run or Super Mario Run?

Sonic Dash Run currently peaks at #61 in the App Store charts, and Super Mario Run at #92. 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.*