# Lilu vs Pixel Runners

The clearest difference is ads: Pixel Runners at none against Lilu's shown. Pixel Runners also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 11 months) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Lilu sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Pixel Runners sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Lilu against 5.0 for Pixel Runners. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

Lilu ships an update every 11 months, Pixel Runners every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lilu | Pixel Runners |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lilu-the-lost-reflection/id6478510262/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-runners-endless-run/id6744031480/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 279 MB | 110 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Stanislav Buchkov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1701078535) | [Coloring Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1805623003) |

## What reviewers say

### Lilu

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lilu-the-lost-reflection/id6478510262)

Uncover family secrets and find your missing twin sister in this captivating match-3 puzzle adventure. Explore a mysterious castle, solve intricate puzzles, and find hidden artifacts to reveal a centuries-old truth. Your investigation begins now.

**Highlights:** Match-3 puzzle levels, Hidden artifact collection, Castle exploration, Captivating story, Investigate clues, Restore abandoned rooms

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tiny Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Small Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Large Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Huge Pack | $24.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack | $49.99 | one-time |


### Pixel Runners

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-runners-endless-run/id6744031480)

Experience an endless arcade platformer with a retro pixel art style. Shift between parallel worlds, manipulate time, and face challenging bosses. This game offers quick sessions that can stretch into hours, perfect for both casual players and competitive climbers.

**Highlights:** Shifting parallel worlds, Time manipulation (slow down, rewind), Challenging boss encounters, Retro pixel art with modern feel, Offline play, Global leaderboards

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hard currency 30 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hard currency 80 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Hard currency 170 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Hard currency 360 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Hard currency 950 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Hard currency 2000 | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lilu free?

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

### Is Pixel Runners free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Lilu or Pixel Runners?

Lilu and Pixel Runners are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do Lilu or Pixel Runners have ads?

Lilu shows ads; Pixel Runners does not.

### Which is updated more often, Lilu or Pixel Runners?

Lilu ships an update every 11 months, and Pixel Runners every 3 weeks. Most recently, Lilu was updated on October 24, 2026 and Pixel Runners 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.*