# Unicorn DIY! vs Shoes Run 3D

Unicorn DIY! and Shoes Run 3D both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Shoes Run 3D's written reviews are positive against 58% of Unicorn DIY!'s. Unicorn DIY!'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (3.3K vs 17). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Shoes Run 3D sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Unicorn DIY! asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Unicorn DIY! against 4.6 for Shoes Run 3D. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Unicorn DIY! has 3.3K ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 58% of Unicorn DIY!'s written reviews are positive against 100% of Shoes Run 3D's.

Unicorn DIY! ships an update fortnightly, Shoes Run 3D every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Unicorn DIY! | Shoes Run 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unicorn-diy/id6447026077/reviews)** | [4.6 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shoes-run-3d/id6450182921/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.3K** | 17 |
| Positive reviews | 57.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 266 MB | 570 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [FIVE BITS, INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/828952584) | [APP CENTRAL LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1509075661) |

## What reviewers say

### Unicorn DIY!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unicorn-diy/id6447026077)

Embark on a magical alchemical journey to transform a donkey or pony into a magnificent unicorn. Gather mystical ingredients, brew potent potions, and witness a stunning transformation with beautiful graphics and engaging gameplay.

**Highlights:** Pony to unicorn transformation, Ingredient gathering, Potion brewing, Magical world exploration, Beautiful graphics, Engaging gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Hilarious game
- 🦄 Fun for unicorn lovers
- 💡 Lots of customization options
- 🤩 Cute and enjoyable gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs
- 💰 Too many ads
- 🤔 Difficulty progressing to new areas
- 🤯 Frustrating issues with missions and item collection

**Reported bugs**

- Glitched missions and inability to collect rewards
- Inability to access certain regions and features
- Disappearing unicorns and lost progress
- Glitches when trying to create or customize unicorns

**Requested features**

- Ability to rename unicorns
- Option to delete unwanted unicorns
- Allow creating multiple unicorns without accessories
- More realistic hair and mane physics


### Shoes Run 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shoes-run-3d/id6450182921)

Embark on a thrilling journey through sneaker evolution, starting with basic footwear and unlocking legendary designs. Customize your kicks, compete against others, and become a sneaker expert in this visually captivating game.

**Highlights:** Sneaker evolution progression, Unlock legendary shoe designs, Customize sneakers, Compete against other players, Mesmerizing visuals

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All Bundle Features Unlocked! | $19.99 | per month |
| All AppCentral Games Unlocked! | $39.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Unicorn DIY! free?

Unicorn DIY! is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Shoes Run 3D free?

Shoes Run 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Unicorn DIY! or Shoes Run 3D?

Unicorn DIY! is rated higher. Unicorn DIY! averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while Shoes Run 3D averages 4.6 from 17 ratings.

### Do Unicorn DIY! or Shoes Run 3D have ads?

Both Unicorn DIY! and Shoes Run 3D show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Unicorn DIY! or Shoes Run 3D?

Unicorn DIY! ships an update fortnightly, and Shoes Run 3D every 2 months. Most recently, Unicorn DIY! was updated on October 27, 2026 and Shoes Run 3D on October 22, 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.*