# Runner vs Dive Perfectionist

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Runner at 94% against Dive Perfectionist's 0%. Runner also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.3) and ads (none vs shown). Dive Perfectionist's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 42) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Runner sells 42 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Dive Perfectionist asks for nothing beyond the download.

Runner holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Runner has 556 ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 94% of Runner's written reviews are positive against 0% of Dive Perfectionist's.

Runner ships an update weekly, Dive Perfectionist every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Runner | Dive Perfectionist |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (556 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runner-runner/id6479695726/reviews)** | [3.3 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dive-perfectionist/id6763681635/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **556** | 16 |
| Positive reviews | **93.7% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 616 MB | 390 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [XA Interactive Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1489800590) | [Rongxiu Lin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1449349420) |

## What reviewers say

### Runner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runner-runner/id6479695726)

Experience an exhilarating infinite runner game with vibrant landscapes and challenging obstacles. Compete globally for high scores and win real cash and prizes in daily, weekly, and monthly contests. Collect coins to unlock characters and power-ups.

**Highlights:** Endless running gameplay, Coin collection for unlocks, Obstacle dodging challenges, Global leaderboard competition, Win real cash and prizes, Daily bonus coins

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

**In-app purchases (42)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Auto Renew Subscription for a Month | $19.99 | per month |
| Nano Raid Shield | $0.99 | one-time |
| 20 Keys | $0.99 | one-time |
| 20 Shields | $0.99 | one-time |
| 20 Blasters | $0.99 | one-time |
| Event Purchase | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Dwight Character | $2.99 | one-time |
| Exclusive Avatar | $3.99 | one-time |
| 100 Keys New | $3.99 | one-time |
| Bundle 1 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Nymera Character | $4.99 | one-time |
| Kairos Character | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Raid System | $4.99 | one-time |
| Neon Rush | $4.99 | one-time |
| Event Extra Time | $4.99 | one-time |
| Limited Deals 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 100 Blasters | $4.99 | one-time |
| 100 Keys | $4.99 | one-time |
| 100 Shields | $4.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack 2 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Bundle 2 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Limited Deals 2 | $8.99 | one-time |
| 250 Blasters | $8.99 | one-time |
| 250 Shields | $8.99 | one-time |
| 250 Keys | $8.99 | one-time |
| Fate Token Bag. | $9.99 | one-time |
| Limited Deals 4 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack 3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 30,000 Coins | $14.99 | one-time |
| Fate Token Chest | $19.99 | one-time |
| Limited Deals 3 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack 4 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Bundle 3 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack 5 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 50,000 Coins | $29.99 | one-time |
| 100,000 Coins | $39.99 | one-time |
| Bundle 4 | $39.99 | one-time |
| 200,000 Coins | $49.99 | one-time |
| 300,000 Coins | $59.99 | one-time |
| BEST VALUE 500,000 Coins | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎉 Amazing game
- 🤑 Can win real cash and prizes
- 🎮 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Great graphics and visuals
- 👍 Smooth and responsive controls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Confusing gift card redemption process
- 🐛 Occasional technical issues and crashes
- 💰 High number of coins required for rewards

**Reported bugs**

- Live play mode not working consistently
- Difficulty joining events or tournaments

**Requested features**

- More gift card options (Walmart, Target, etc.)
- Ability to cash out directly to payment apps (PayPal, CashApp)


### Dive Perfectionist

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dive-perfectionist/id6763681635)

Engage in a casual diving game where you control a character's jumps and somersaults to achieve perfect water entries. Master the rhythm of charging and flipping to earn high scores and rewards across increasingly challenging levels and diverse scenes.

**Highlights:** Easy to learn controls, Rhythmic charging and flipping, Adjustable somersaults in air, Perfect splash scoring, Increasing difficulty levels, Diverse jumping scenes

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Runner free?

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

### Is Dive Perfectionist free?

Dive Perfectionist is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Runner or Dive Perfectionist?

Runner is rated higher. Runner averages 4.8 out of 5 from 556 ratings, while Dive Perfectionist averages 3.3 from 16 ratings.

### Do Runner or Dive Perfectionist have ads?

Dive Perfectionist shows ads; Runner does not.

### Which is updated more often, Runner or Dive Perfectionist?

Runner ships an update weekly, and Dive Perfectionist every 3 months. Most recently, Runner was updated on September 26, 2026 and Dive Perfectionist on September 19, 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.*