# Sonic Dash Run vs CookieRun

Sonic Dash Run and CookieRun both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 88% of Sonic Dash Run's written reviews are positive against 76% of CookieRun's. Sonic Dash Run also leads on ratings volume (418K vs 68K). CookieRun's advantage is chart position (#6 vs #67). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sonic Dash Run sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and CookieRun sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Sonic Dash Run against 4.7 for CookieRun. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sonic Dash Run has 418K ratings behind it against 68K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 88% of Sonic Dash Run's written reviews are positive against 76% of CookieRun's.

Sonic Dash Run ships an update every 3 weeks, CookieRun monthly. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sonic Dash Run | CookieRun |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (418K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sonic-dash-run/id582654048/reviews) | [4.7 (68K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cookierun-ovenbreak/id963067330/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **418K** | 68K |
| Positive reviews | **88.0% of reviews** | 76.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #67 | **#6** |
| Size | 351 MB | 3.7 GB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SEGA](https://appshunter.io/developer/281966698) | [Devsisters](https://appshunter.io/developer/311464410) |

## What reviewers say

### Sonic Dash Run

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

**Currently charting:** #67 Top Free · Action, #187 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


### CookieRun

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cookierun-ovenbreak/id963067330)

**Currently charting:** #6 Top Grossing · Racing, #39 Top Grossing · Adventure, #148 Top Free · Racing, #206 Top Free · Adventure (US App Store)

Embark on a thrilling endless running adventure! Jump, slide, and collect your way through vibrant levels, unlocking unique characters and adorable pets. Compete in real-time races and climb leaderboards for exciting rewards.

**Highlights:** Endless side-scroller running levels, Unlockable characters and pets, Real-time online trophy races, Challenging missions and leaderboards, Collect and upgrade over 200 Cookies & Pets, Multiple game modes including Breakout and Champions League

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

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Royal Membership | $3.49 | per month |
| Special Package D500w | $0.49 | one-time |
| Special Duration Package A1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Limited Package E | $2.99 | one-time |
| Special Package G3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Special Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| Special Package Tier 5 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 오븐패스 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special Package B8 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Special Package A8 | $7.99 | one-time |
| 1+1+1 Exclusive Deal 2 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Special Cookie Package | $9.99 | one-time |
| Special Package | $9.99 | one-time |
| Limited Package G | $9.99 | one-time |
| Rainbow Cube Special Package A | $9.99 | one-time |
| Happy New Year Deal 3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Special Package A13000w | $10.90 | one-time |
| Special Package A11 | $10.99 | one-time |
| Special Package B11 | $10.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive and fun gameplay
- 👍 Cute and unique character designs
- 🎨 Beautiful visuals and art style
- 💰 Fair free-to-play model with no pay-to-win
- 🎁 Frequent updates with new content

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 🕰️ Repetitive gameplay can get boring over time
- 💰 Aggressive monetization with constant deals and offers
- 🔒 Difficulty in obtaining certain rare/legendary characters
- 🤯 Overwhelming number of new cookies and features

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes during Trophy Race events
- Inability to load previous combi setups
- Inconsistent drop rates for special items

**Requested features**

- Ability to play with friends in real-time
- More variety in gameplay modes and challenges
- Better balancing between old and new cookies
- Improved combi recommendation system
- Easier way to level up and upgrade cookies


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sonic Dash Run free?

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

### Is CookieRun free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Sonic Dash Run or CookieRun?

Sonic Dash Run and CookieRun are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 418K and 68K ratings respectively.

### Do Sonic Dash Run or CookieRun have ads?

Both Sonic Dash Run and CookieRun show ads.

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

Sonic Dash Run ships an update every 3 weeks, and CookieRun monthly. Most recently, Sonic Dash Run was updated on September 25, 2026 and CookieRun on September 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Sonic Dash Run or CookieRun?

Sonic Dash Run currently peaks at #67 in the App Store charts, and CookieRun at #6. 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.*