Comparison

Gauntlet vs Lava Dash

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

Head to head
About

Gauntlet

Tap to turn and dodge a barrage of obstacles in this addictive arcade game. Collect power-ups, compete with friends on leaderboards, and test your reflexes in endless, fast-paced challenges. Perfect for quick gaming sessions.

Highlights
  • One-tap control for quick sessions
  • Dodge rapidly flying spikes
  • Collect helpful and tricky power-ups
  • Compete on global leaderboards
  • Endless, unpredictable gameplay
  • Designed for short gaming bursts
Features
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Simple Yet Addictive Gameplay: Get ready for a game that's easy to learn but hard to master. In Gauntlet, your task is simple – tap to turn and dodge an onslaught of obstacles coming your way. Sounds easy? Think again! One-Tap Control: With intuitive one-tap controls, Gauntlet is perfect for quick gaming sessions. Whether you're on a break or commuting, dive into a world where your quick reflexes reign supreme. Dodge, Survive, Thrive: Each session is a new challenge. Avoid getting hit by rapidly flying spikes and navigate through the unpredictable Gauntlet. How long can you last? Collect Power-Ups: Power-ups are scattered throughout the Gauntlet. Grab them to boost your chances of survival, but be careful – not all are as helpful as they seem. Compete with Friends: Challenge your friends and players around the world. Climb the leaderboards and show off your high scores. Can you become the ultimate Gauntlet champion? Endless Fun: With endless gameplay, no two runs in the Gauntlet are the same. Test your limits and improve your skills with every attempt. Perfect for Quick Gaming: Short on time? No problem! Gauntlet is designed for quick sessions, delivering maximum fun in minimal time.

About

Lava Dash

Test your reflexes in this fast-paced game where the floor randomly turns to lava. React quickly to stay on safe ground and survive as long as possible. Simple to learn but challenging to master, it offers an addictive experience for quick gaming sessions.

Highlights
  • Fast-paced reaction gameplay
  • Dynamic color-changing zones
  • Simple yet addictive mechanics
  • Immersive sound effects
  • Progress tracking
  • Optimized for iPhone and iPad
Features
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Lava Dash – The Ultimate Reflex Challenge Can you survive when the floor turns to lava? Lava Dash is a fast-paced, reaction-based game that will test your reflexes and timing. Stay safe as the ground beneath you randomly turns dangerous. One wrong move, and it’s game over. How to Play • Watch the screen carefully—green means safe, red means danger. • React quickly to stay in the game. • The timing is unpredictable, so be prepared for anything. • Challenge yourself to last as long as possible. Features • Simple Yet Addictive Gameplay – Easy to play, hard to master. Perfect for quick gaming sessions. • Dynamic Color Changes – Stay on your toes as the screen shifts between safe and dangerous zones. • Immersive Sound Effects – Feel the intensity with exciting audio cues. • Track Your Progress – See how long you can survive and try to beat your best time. • Optimized for iPhone and iPad – Enjoy a smooth experience on all supported devices. • Fun for All Ages – Whether you are looking for a casual game or a thrilling challenge, Lava Dash has something for everyone. Do you have what it takes to outlast the lava? Download Lava Dash today and put your reflexes to the test.

Screenshots

Gauntlet4 screens
Lava Dash3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Gauntlet at 13.0 against Lava Dash's 16.6. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Gauntlet against 5.0 for Lava Dash. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Gauntlet versus Lava Dash: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGauntletLava Dash
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings22
Update frequency—Every 5 days
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCody IngramChris Thrasher

Customer experience

Gauntlet

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Lava Dash

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Gauntlet

No in-app purchases

None

Lava Dash

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Gauntlet free?
Gauntlet is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Lava Dash free?
Lava Dash is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Gauntlet or Lava Dash?
Gauntlet and Lava Dash are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do Gauntlet or Lava Dash have ads?
Both Gauntlet and Lava Dash show ads.

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