# Goober Dash vs LUMEN

The clearest difference is rating: LUMEN at 5.0 against Goober Dash's 4.5. LUMEN also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 weeks) and review sentiment (100% vs 77%). Goober Dash's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (322 vs 3). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Goober Dash sells 14 one-off in-app purchases and LUMEN sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

LUMEN holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Goober Dash has 322 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of Goober Dash's written reviews are positive against 100% of LUMEN's.

Goober Dash ships an update every 6 weeks, LUMEN every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Goober Dash | LUMEN |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (322 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goober-dash/id6470684038/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lumen-flip-thread-flow/id6797276640/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **322** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 77.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 45 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Winterpixel Games Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1585995082) | [Kaan Ipek](https://appshunter.io/developer/6794922449) |

## What reviewers say

### Goober Dash

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goober-dash/id6470684038)

Compete in thrilling multiplayer races against up to 31 other players. Navigate challenging courses filled with obstacles and discover hidden shortcuts to reach the finish line first. Customize your character and even create and share your own levels.

**Highlights:** 32-player multiplayer battles, Hundreds of hand-crafted courses, Dash ability for maneuvering, Customizable characters, Level Creator for custom courses, Seasonal leaderboards

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gems Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Goober Dash Deal 1b | $0.99 | one-time |
| Goober Dash Deal 1c | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Goober Dash Deal 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Goober Dash Deal 2b | $1.99 | one-time |
| Goober Dash Deal 2c | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Goober Dash Deal 5c | $4.99 | one-time |
| Goober Dash Deal 5d | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and engaging game
- 🎨 Unique and creative level editor
- 🕹️ Simple but addictive gameplay
- 🕹️ Smooth and responsive controls
- 🕹️ Multiplayer with other players

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional lag and performance issues
- 🔑 Frustrating sign-in and account issues
- 💰 Monetization model could be improved
- 🎨 Level editor could be more user-friendly
- 🕹️ Difficulty can be challenging for new players

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes on certain devices
- Issues with screen orientation and controls on mobile
- Inconsistent qualification and scoring during races
- Matchmaking and connectivity problems

**Requested features**

- Add more game modes and level variety
- Improve the level editor with more tools and customization options
- Implement a ranking system or leagues for competitive play
- Allow players to change their username
- Add more customization options for player characters


### LUMEN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lumen-flip-thread-flow/id6797276640)

Control gravity to navigate through challenging gaps in this neon arcade game. Experience flow by chaining gates and discover unique game modes and worlds that alter gameplay mechanics. Earn special rewards and play offline.

**Highlights:** Flip gravity mechanic, Thread the gap gameplay, 13 distinct game modes, 20 unique worlds with rule changes, Daily challenge mode, Earnable signatures, One-handed play support

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1,200 Shards | $1.99 | one-time |
| Rimefall Set | $3.99 | one-time |
| 6,500 Shards | $4.99 | one-time |
| Nightfall Set | $5.99 | one-time |
| Spectra Set | $5.99 | one-time |
| 15,000 Shards | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Goober Dash free?

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

### Is LUMEN free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Goober Dash or LUMEN?

LUMEN is rated higher. Goober Dash averages 4.5 out of 5 from 322 ratings, while LUMEN averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Goober Dash or LUMEN have ads?

LUMEN shows ads; Goober Dash does not.

### Which is updated more often, Goober Dash or LUMEN?

Goober Dash ships an update every 6 weeks, and LUMEN every 3 days. Most recently, Goober Dash was updated on October 21, 2026 and LUMEN on October 7, 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.*