# Lode Runner Classic vs This is Blast!

The clearest difference is price: This is Blast! at Free against Lode Runner Classic's $2.99. This is Blast! also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.9) and ratings volume (8.7K vs 34). Lode Runner Classic's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On device support there is nothing between them.

This is Blast! is free to download; Lode Runner Classic costs $2.99 up front. This is Blast! sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Lode Runner Classic asks for nothing beyond the download.

This is Blast! holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: This is Blast! has 8.7K ratings behind it against 34, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 52% of Lode Runner Classic's written reviews are positive against 25% of This is Blast!'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Lode Runner Classic ships an update every 5 weeks, This is Blast! every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lode Runner Classic | This is Blast! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.9 (34 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lode-runner-classic/id582864706/reviews) | **[4.6 (8.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/this-is-blast/id6738323233/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 34 | **8.7K** |
| Positive reviews | **52.3% of reviews** | 25.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 47 MB | 398 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [Tozai, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/356277315) | [Voodoo](https://appshunter.io/developer/714804730) |

## What reviewers say

### Lode Runner Classic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lode-runner-classic/id582864706)

Navigate maze-like levels, collecting gold while dodging enemies. Blast blocks to create paths or trap pursuers. Enjoy 150 classic levels with modern enhancements like zoom and adjustable speed.

**Highlights:** 150 classic levels, Two game modes, Screen magnification, Adjustable play speed, Customizable color palettes, Worldwide leaderboards

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### This is Blast!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/this-is-blast/id6738323233)

Engage in a vibrant color-matching block shooter where you aim, tap, and blast matching colors. Overcome clever puzzles and tricky obstacles with explosive combos for a satisfying gameplay experience. Enjoy regular updates with new levels and seasonal events.

**Highlights:** Color-matching block shooter, Simple tap-to-aim mechanics, Explosive combos and chain reactions, Challenging puzzles with obstacles, Eye-catching visuals and smooth effects, Regular updates with new levels

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Special Product #1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special Product #2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Offer #11 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Offer #6 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Offer #5 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Special Product #5 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Offer #3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Large Pack | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun game
- 💡 No ads
- 💡 Offline play
- 👍 Relaxing and entertaining

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🐛 Inability to combine 3 blocks
- 🐛 Levels unable to be completed
- 🐛 Daily/weekly tasks not working
- 🐛 Leaderboard issues

**Reported bugs**

- Blocks not moving/clearing properly
- Game freezing/locking up
- Tutorial level not functioning
- Leagues not unlocking properly
- Daily/weekly tasks not updating

**Requested features**

- Option to turn off vibration
- More challenging levels
- Better progression system
- Ability to report bugs


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lode Runner Classic free?

Lode Runner Classic costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is This is Blast! free?

This is Blast! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Lode Runner Classic or This is Blast!?

This is Blast! is rated higher. Lode Runner Classic averages 3.9 out of 5 from 34 ratings, while This is Blast! averages 4.6 from 8.7K ratings.

### Do Lode Runner Classic or This is Blast! have ads?

This is Blast! shows ads; Lode Runner Classic does not.

### Which is updated more often, Lode Runner Classic or This is Blast!?

Lode Runner Classic ships an update every 5 weeks, and This is Blast! every 11 days. Most recently, Lode Runner Classic was updated on November 1, 2026 and This is Blast! on November 5, 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.*