# Knife n Run vs GateShot

Knife n Run and GateShot both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of GateShot's written reviews are positive against 67% of Knife n Run's. GateShot also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly). Knife n Run's advantage is ratings volume (98 vs 8). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Knife n Run sells 20 one-off in-app purchases and GateShot sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GateShot holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Knife n Run has 98 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Knife n Run's written reviews are positive against 100% of GateShot's.

Knife n Run ships an update monthly, GateShot every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Knife n Run | GateShot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (98 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knife-n-run-master-evolution/id6464329376/reviews) | **[5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gateshot/id6776447222/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **98** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 407 MB | 53 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Playcus Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1451803459) | [Jason Pinto](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896669284) |

## What reviewers say

### Knife n Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knife-n-run-master-evolution/id6464329376)

Engage in an action-packed runner game where you master knife throwing and evolve your blade from basic to futuristic weapons. Navigate challenging levels, overcome obstacles, and strategically upgrade your gear for ultimate power.

**Highlights:** Dynamic knife evolution, Precision runner gameplay, Epic end-of-level showdowns, Strategic upgrades, Realistic physics and animations

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

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| x5 | $0.99 | one-time |
| x30 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Double-knives 1 hour | $1.99 | one-time |
| x10 | $1.99 | one-time |
| x75 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Victory pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Double-knives 24 hours | $2.99 | one-time |
| x135 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Double knives pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| x180 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pass | $5.99 | one-time |
| x300 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Starter pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| No ADs | $6.99 | one-time |
| x60 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Pass+ | $12.99 | one-time |
| x100 | $12.99 | one-time |
| No ADs pack | $17.99 | one-time |
| x250 | $17.99 | one-time |
| x500 | $29.99 | one-time |


### GateShot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gateshot/id6776447222)

A minimalist arcade game where players tap to shoot a ball through a rotating gate. Perfect shots create nested circles and increase the challenge, while misses end the run. Unlock new themes as you master the precision timing.

**Highlights:** Simple one-tap gameplay, Rotating gate timing challenge, Nested circle progression, Unlockable themes, Best score tracking, Clean black-and-white arcade style

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cat Ball | $0.99 | one-time |
| Orbit Theme | $0.99 | one-time |
| Danger Theme | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Knife n Run free?

Knife n Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is GateShot free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Knife n Run or GateShot?

GateShot is rated higher. Knife n Run averages 4.8 out of 5 from 98 ratings, while GateShot averages 5.0 from 8 ratings.

### Do Knife n Run or GateShot have ads?

Both Knife n Run and GateShot show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Knife n Run or GateShot?

Knife n Run ships an update monthly, and GateShot every 5 days. Most recently, Knife n Run was updated on October 24, 2026 and GateShot on October 24, 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.*