Comparison

Geometry Dash vs Space Waves

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Geometry Dash

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
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Jump and fly your way through danger in this rhythm-based action platformer! "Frustratingly wonderful" - Kotaku "Geometry Dash provides all of the challenge expected from an “impossible” game while also making it more accessible to newcomers." - 148Apps "Geometry Dash is a fast-paced platformer that will leave you screaming in frustration, but you’ll keep coming back for more." - AppAdvice Prepare for a near impossible challenge in the world of Geometry Dash. Push your skills to the limit as you jump, fly and flip your way through dangerous passages and spiky obstacles. Simple one touch game play with lots of levels that will keep you entertained for hours! Game Features • Rhythm-based Action Platforming! • Lots of levels with unique soundtracks! • Build and share your own levels using the level editor! • Unlock new icons and colors to customize your character! • Fly rockets, flip gravity and much more! • Use practice mode to sharpen your skills! • Game Center achievements with rewards! • Challenge yourself with the near impossible! Contact: info@robtopgames.com

About

Space Waves

Dash through a geometric space environment, testing your reflexes and timing across over 80 challenging levels. This rhythm-based arcade game requires precision to navigate obstacles and master flowing momentum. Enjoy addictive gameplay with instant restarts and smooth controls.

Highlights
  • 80+ handcrafted geometric levels
  • Rhythm-based movement
  • Precision reflex challenges
  • Instant restarts
  • Smooth, responsive controls
  • Increasing difficulty
Features
Currently charting
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Space Waves – CrazyGames Dash through space and feel the geometry vibes. Test your reflexes across 80+ levels of rhythm and precision. About the Game: Space Waves is a rhythm-based arcade game that challenges your speed, timing, and focus. Control your arrow through geometric paths filled with obstacles, sharp turns, and rotating traps. Every level is a test of reflexes and reaction time. With more than 80 handcrafted levels, Space Waves combines geometry-inspired design, dashing movement, and flowing momentum to create a satisfying challenge for casual and hardcore players alike. Features: 80+ handcrafted levels with geometric precision Free level selection — play any level, anytime Increasing difficulty with fresh patterns as you progress Instant restarts for fast, addictive gameplay Smooth, responsive controls for precise dashing Rhythm and flow that make every run satisfying How to Play: Move your arrow through each level without crashing into walls, spikes, or moving obstacles. Stages are color-coded by difficulty — from easy green zones to extreme red challenges. Find your rhythm, react quickly, and aim for a perfect run. Tips: Zigzag through narrow spaces for smoother control Master timing on easier levels before tackling hard ones Sync your moves to the rhythm for the smoothest dashes If you enjoy geometry-inspired challenges, rhythm-based movement, and fast arcade action, Space Waves – CrazyGames delivers. Challenge your reflexes, unlock your flow, and conquer the waves. Download Space Waves now and start dashing through 80+ rhythmic levels. Rated for ages 3+ by IGRS (Indonesian Games Rating System).

Screenshots

Geometry Dash4 screens
Space Waves4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Space Waves at Free against Geometry Dash's $3.99. Space Waves also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Geometry Dash's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On rating 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Space Waves is free to download; Geometry Dash costs $3.99 up front. Space Waves sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Geometry Dash asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Geometry Dash against 4.7 for Space Waves. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 268K and 58K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 84% of Geometry Dash's written reviews are positive against 61% of Space Waves's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Geometry Dash ships an update every 2 months, Space Waves fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 2, 2026.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
Geometry Dash versus Space Waves: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGeometry DashSpace Waves
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating4.6 (268K ratings)4.7 (58K ratings) — better
Positive reviews83.5% of reviews — better61.3% of reviews
Number of ratings268K — better58K
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidAd-supported — better
Best chart rank#1 — better#58
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size182 MB204 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRobTop Games ABCrazyGames.com

Customer experience

Geometry Dash

All ratings268,087 ratings
Positive89.4%
Neutral2.1%
Negative8.5%
Written reviews9,418 reviews
Positive83.5%
Neutral3.9%
Negative12.6%

Space Waves

All ratings58,207 ratings
Positive92.4%
Neutral3.5%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews815 reviews
Positive61.3%
Neutral11.0%
Negative27.6%

User reviews

Geometry Dash

From 268K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

Space Waves

From 58K App Store ratings

What we love

  • ⭐️ Amazing game
  • 🎶 Nice and chilling soundtrack
  • 👍 Fun and enjoyable
  • ⭐️ Awesome game
  • 👍 Easy and relaxing

Room to improve

  • 🤖 Too many bots and ads
  • 🤖 Crazy amount of ads and bots
  • 🤖 Ads after every level
  • 🤖 Ads are a consistent issue
  • 🤖 Have to watch ads to continue

Bugs and requests

Geometry Dash

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

Space Waves

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unresponsive controls
  • Levels are impossible
  • Levels are too hard

Requested features

3 requests
  • More music options
  • Level editor
  • Harder levels

In-app purchases

None

Geometry Dash

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Space Waves

One-time3
  • No Ads$1.99
  • Bundle: Offline Play and No Ads$2.99
  • Offline Play$2.99

Questions

Is Geometry Dash free?
Geometry Dash costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Space Waves free?
Space Waves is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Geometry Dash or Space Waves?
Space Waves is rated higher. Geometry Dash averages 4.6 out of 5 from 268K ratings, while Space Waves averages 4.7 from 58K ratings.
Do Geometry Dash or Space Waves have ads?
Space Waves shows ads; Geometry Dash does not.
Which is updated more often, Geometry Dash or Space Waves?
Geometry Dash ships an update every 2 months, and Space Waves fortnightly. Most recently, Geometry Dash was updated on October 2, 2026 and Space Waves on October 2, 2026.
Which is more popular, Geometry Dash or Space Waves?
Geometry Dash currently peaks at #1 in the App Store charts, and Space Waves at #58. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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