# Geometry Dash vs Rolling Sky

The clearest difference is price: Rolling Sky at Free against Geometry Dash's $3.99. Rolling Sky also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Geometry Dash's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Rolling Sky is free to download; Geometry Dash costs $3.99 up front. Rolling Sky sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Geometry Dash asks for nothing beyond the download.

Geometry Dash holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 268K and 80K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of Geometry Dash's written reviews are positive against 73% of Rolling Sky's.

Geometry Dash ships an update every 2 months, Rolling Sky fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 28, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Geometry Dash | Rolling Sky |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.6 (268K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geometry-dash/id625334537/reviews)** | [4.4 (80K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rolling-sky/id1036661603/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **268K** | 80K |
| Positive reviews | **83.5% of reviews** | 72.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | #32 |
| Size | 182 MB | 698 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [RobTop Games AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/414027834) | [Forward Vision Corporation Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/949821679) |

## What reviewers say

### Geometry Dash

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geometry-dash/id625334537)

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Paid · Casual, #1 Top Paid · Music, #5 Top Paid · Games, #6 Top Paid, #9 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Experience a rhythm-based action platformer with a near-impossible challenge. Jump, fly, and flip through dangerous obstacles with simple one-touch gameplay across numerous levels. Create and share your own levels, unlock customizations, and test your skills.

**Highlights:** Rhythm-based action platforming, Numerous unique levels and soundtracks, Level editor to build and share custom levels, Unlockable icons and colors for character customization, Practice mode to sharpen skills, Rocket flying and gravity flipping mechanics

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Endless playtime
- 🎨 Great customization options
- 🎵 Excellent music and syncing
- 👍 Challenging yet addictive gameplay
- 💡 Innovative game mechanics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- ⏱️ Slow and inconsistent updates
- 🔍 Difficulty finding and playing user-created levels
- 🔑 Account creation issues
- 🎮 Controls can be finicky on mobile

**Reported bugs**

- Broken leaderboards
- Disappearing custom levels
- Incompatibility with newer iOS versions
- Inconsistent checkpoint behavior
- Glitches in certain levels

**Requested features**

- Multiplayer mode
- More main levels
- Improved level editor tools
- Easier way to earn in-game currency
- Faster update cycle


### Rolling Sky

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rolling-sky/id1036661603)

**Currently charting:** #32 Top Free · Music, #60 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Control a rolling ball through stunning 3D environments by swiping left and right. Follow the rhythm of the music, avoid obstacles, and unlock new levels. Experience diverse game scenes and enjoy a challenging yet intuitive gameplay experience.

**Highlights:** 3D visual effects, One-touch controls, Music synchronization, Obstacle dodging, Unlockable game scenes, Ball control

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 6 Shields | $0.99 | one-time |
| 500 Balls | $0.99 | one-time |
| 3Keys | $0.99 | one-time |
| 8hearts | $0.99 | one-time |
| unlimited balls and revive at | $0.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade | $1.99 | one-time |
| 10 superhearts | $1.99 | one-time |
| 10Keys | $2.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited ball with no ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| unlimited revive at checkpoint | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤍✨ Enjoyable game experience
- 👍 Challenging levels
- 🎵 Great music and soundtracks
- 🎨 Visually appealing levels

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Confusing user interface changes
- 📺 Excessive ads and monetization
- 🔑 Levels locked behind paywalls
- 🔄 Removal of popular original levels

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes and freezes
- Checkpoint system issues
- Compatibility problems on some devices

**Requested features**

- Level creator mode
- Restore removed EDM levels
- Reduce ad frequency
- Improve level progression system


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Geometry Dash free?

Geometry Dash costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Rolling Sky free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Geometry Dash or Rolling Sky?

Geometry Dash is rated higher. Geometry Dash averages 4.6 out of 5 from 268K ratings, while Rolling Sky averages 4.4 from 80K ratings.

### Do Geometry Dash or Rolling Sky have ads?

Rolling Sky shows ads; Geometry Dash does not.

### Which is updated more often, Geometry Dash or Rolling Sky?

Geometry Dash ships an update every 2 months, and Rolling Sky fortnightly. Most recently, Geometry Dash was updated on September 28, 2026 and Rolling Sky on September 28, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Geometry Dash or Rolling Sky?

Geometry Dash currently peaks at #1 in the App Store charts, and Rolling Sky at #32. 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.*