# Bit Heroes Runner vs Flipping Legend Halfbrick+

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Flipping Legend Halfbrick+ at 50% against Bit Heroes Runner's 6%. Flipping Legend Halfbrick+ also leads on rating (4.0 vs 2.9) and ads (none vs shown). Bit Heroes Runner's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (24 vs 4). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bit Heroes Runner sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and Flipping Legend Halfbrick+ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Flipping Legend Halfbrick+ holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bit Heroes Runner has 24 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 6% of Bit Heroes Runner's written reviews are positive against 50% of Flipping Legend Halfbrick+'s.

Bit Heroes Runner ships an update every 9 days, Flipping Legend Halfbrick+ daily. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bit Heroes Runner | Flipping Legend Halfbrick+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.9 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bit-heroes-runner/id6448812479/reviews) | **[4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flipping-legend-halfbrick-plus/id6739195008/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **24** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 5.9% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Daily** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 543 MB | 225 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Kongregate](https://appshunter.io/developer/491569846) | [Halfbrick Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/356994313) |

## What reviewers say

### Bit Heroes Runner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bit-heroes-runner/id6448812479)

An action-packed pixel scroller where you race through levels, collect loot, and power up your hero. Escape bosses, overcome obstacles, and compete on leaderboards in this endless runner.

**Highlights:** Fast-paced 8 Bit scroller action, Collect equipment to power up, Endless generated levels, Equip Legendary gear and pets, Level up and unlock new zones, Compete in online leaderboards, Weekly Adventures

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 200 Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Booster pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| 500 Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Welcome pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1100 Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2300 Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| 6000 Gems | $49.99 | one-time |
| 12500 Gems | $99.99 | one-time |


### Flipping Legend Halfbrick+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flipping-legend-halfbrick-plus/id6739195008)

Engage in a rhythm-based adventure requiring speed and precision to overcome obstacles and enemies. Unlock unique heroes with special abilities, explore dangerous lands, and discover hidden treasures. This game is part of a subscription service offering an ad-free and in-app purchase-free experience.

**Highlights:** Rhythm-based gameplay, 8 unique heroes, Skill upgrades, Hidden treasures, Epic soundtrack, Ad-free experience

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Halfbrick+ | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bit Heroes Runner free?

Bit Heroes Runner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Flipping Legend Halfbrick+ free?

Flipping Legend Halfbrick+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Bit Heroes Runner or Flipping Legend Halfbrick+?

Flipping Legend Halfbrick+ is rated higher. Bit Heroes Runner averages 2.9 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while Flipping Legend Halfbrick+ averages 4.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Bit Heroes Runner or Flipping Legend Halfbrick+ have ads?

Bit Heroes Runner shows ads; Flipping Legend Halfbrick+ does not.

### Which is updated more often, Bit Heroes Runner or Flipping Legend Halfbrick+?

Bit Heroes Runner ships an update every 9 days, and Flipping Legend Halfbrick+ daily. Most recently, Bit Heroes Runner was updated on October 21, 2026 and Flipping Legend Halfbrick+ on October 23, 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.*