# Mars X Run vs Tap Gun Blast

The clearest difference is rating: Mars X Run at 5.0 against Tap Gun Blast's 3.3. Tap Gun Blast's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 27) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Mars X Run sells 27 one-off in-app purchases. Tap Gun Blast asks for nothing beyond the download.

Mars X Run holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 3 respectively.

Mars X Run ships an update every 2 months, Tap Gun Blast fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mars X Run | Tap Gun Blast |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mars-x-run/id6473744478/reviews)** | [3.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-gun-blast/id6775751679/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **4** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 357 MB | 202 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [J&A Marsian](https://appshunter.io/developer/1719656564) | [Thuy On](https://appshunter.io/developer/1884514139) |

## What reviewers say

### Mars X Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mars-x-run/id6473744478)

Experience a high-skill endless runner on a collapsing Mars station. Master free movement, jetpack flight, and target shooting to escape rising lava. Customize your runner and upgrade power-ups for a challenging survival experience.

**Highlights:** Uncapped speed, Jetpack flight, Target shooting, Full movement freedom, Power-up upgrades, Runner customization

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

**In-app purchases (27)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AD SKIP chip deal | $0.99 | one-time |
| Restore daily streak + 3 OVR chips | $0.99 | one-time |
| Great to have you from the start! | $0.99 | one-time |
| Thank you for your support | $0.99 | one-time |
| X-VAULT, lock 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1000 mars coin | $1.99 | one-time |
| 500 mars coin | $1.99 | one-time |
| 30 DAY RARE CARD | $2.99 | one-time |
| X-VAULT, lock 2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Infinite reward doubling | $2.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| X-VAULT, lock 3 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Infinite double gold | $3.99 | one-time |
| Infinite revive tokens | $3.99 | one-time |
| 30 DAY EPIC CARD | $4.99 | one-time |
| 30 DAY SUPPLY CARD | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime credit card | $4.99 | one-time |
| Boost to level 100 | $5.99 | one-time |
| 4000 Mars coin | $8.99 | one-time |
| 8000 mars coin | $8.99 | one-time |
| All infinite packs | $8.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime AD SKIP card | $9.99 | one-time |
| 60x OVR chips | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2300 Mars Coin + 2300 bonus! | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Mars card | $29.99 | one-time |
| 6000 Mars Coin + 6000 bonus! | $49.99 | one-time |
| 13000 Mars Coin + 13000 bonus! | $99.99 | one-time |


### Tap Gun Blast

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-gun-blast/id6775751679)

Engage in physics-based challenges by tapping to shoot and flipping your weapon. Master recoil and momentum to overcome obstacles and clear action-packed levels. Unlock powerful weapons and enjoy smooth arcade gameplay.

**Highlights:** One-tap controls, Physics gun mechanics, Action effects, Obstacle levels, Weapon unlocking, Arcade gameplay

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mars X Run free?

Mars X Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Tap Gun Blast free?

Tap Gun Blast is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Mars X Run or Tap Gun Blast?

Mars X Run is rated higher. Mars X Run averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Tap Gun Blast averages 3.3 from 3 ratings.

### Do Mars X Run or Tap Gun Blast have ads?

Both Mars X Run and Tap Gun Blast show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Mars X Run or Tap Gun Blast?

Mars X Run ships an update every 2 months, and Tap Gun Blast fortnightly. Most recently, Mars X Run was updated on October 19, 2026 and Tap Gun Blast 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.*