Strut vs End the Rig
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Strut
Explore the world by uncovering billions of virtual tiles on a global map. Track your travels by any means of transport, discover new routes, and compete with others on leaderboards. Earn medals and level up as you open up your world.
- Uncover billions of world tiles
- Track all forms of travel
- Explore surroundings and new routes
- Compete on global leaderboards
- Earn medals and level up
- Apple Watch integration
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Imagine the entire world is covered in billions of tiles. How many can you open up? Strut is a game of exploration where you compete with other players around the world to uncover the map of the earth. –––––– TRACK YOUR TRAVELS Whether you walk, run, bike, drive, sail, ride a goat or take a hot air balloon, use Strut to keep track of exactly where you've been in the world. Share your map with friends, or keep your wanderings private... we won't tell. EXPLORE YOUR SURROUNDINGS Take a new route to work. Go down that street you never walked through. Visit every nook and cranny of your city. See more of your neighborhood – who knows what you might find? OPEN UP YOUR WORLD Strut around, level up and climb to the top of the leaderboards – there's a top 10 for every city, state, country, and the entire world. There are also a ton of medals to earn, so keep exploring and see what pops up in your adventures around the globe. You can also now keep track of your tile counts and your Strutting status on your Apple Watch! –––––– *Please note that continued use of GPS running in the background could dramatically decrease battery life.
End the Rig
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Embark on an epic journey with "End the Rig!" and redefine the realm of political activism right from your fingertips. Take on the mantle of a hero in our immersive world, where you wield the power to directly challenge corrupt systems and fight for the greater good. Traverse a landscape plagued by corrupt political structures, strengthen your resistance by forming alliances with like-minded players, and shape a future bathed in hope. "End the Rig!" transcends traditional gaming—it's your opportunity to be a catalyst for change. With a compelling narrative that propels you forward, engaging multiplayer experiences that amplify the impact of your actions, and gameplay that leaves a lasting impression, this isn't just an app; it's your chance to make a tangible difference. Immerse yourself in the dynamic and influential force that is "End the Rig!" and join an ambitious movement striving for real change. Seize the moment, and download now on the Apple App Store. The time for action is now.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Strut at none against End the Rig's shown. Strut also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). End the Rig's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 6 months). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Strut ships an update every 6 months, End the Rig every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 7, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Strut | End the Rig |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (67 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 48.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 67 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 909 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Thickpolicy LLC | EARTH9, Inc |
Bugs and requests
Strut
Reported bugs
14 issues- App crashes on login, especially with Facebook/Twitter authentication
- Background tracking stops randomly and requires app restart
- Pending sync tiles accumulate and never fully sync
- Tiles lost during phone transfers or account recovery
- Medal and achievement counts not updating
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- City/town tile counts not updating for weeks or months
- Level-up banner cannot be dismissed without closing app
- Apple Watch app completely non-functional
- Map crashes when attempting to pan or interact
- iOS 7+ compatibility issues
- Crashes when camera app is opened during tracking
- Text contrast issues making score screens unreadable
- Slow server response times causing UI lag
- Donation achievements not registering
Requested features
14 requests- Battery optimization and GPS efficiency improvements
- Background tracking that works reliably
- Apple Watch app with full map functionality
- External GPS device support (Bluetooth GPS pucks)
- GPX file import/export capability
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- Alternative login methods (email, Apple ID)
- Data export and backup options
- Multiple leaderboard views (with/without flights)
- Ability to add historical travel data
- Friend finder and friends list feature
- Tile color customization based on visit frequency
- Improved map contrast and readability
- Android version release
- Monthly subscription option for ongoing support
End the Rig
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Strut
No in-app purchases
End the Rig
No in-app purchases
