# Riptide GP2 vs Surf's Up 3D

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Surf's Up 3D at none against Riptide GP2's 7. Surf's Up 3D also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Riptide GP2's advantage is ratings volume (6.8K vs 2) and chart position (#208 vs unranked). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Riptide GP2 sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Surf's Up 3D asks for nothing beyond the download.

Surf's Up 3D holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Riptide GP2 has 6.8K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Riptide GP2 | Surf's Up 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (6.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/riptide-gp2/id662569685/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/surfs-up-3d/id1548580932/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6.8K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 91.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | **#208** | — |
| Size | 82 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | +9 | 9+ |
| Developer | [Vector Unit](https://appshunter.io/developer/469610085) | [Groo Gadgets Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1155400045) |

## What reviewers say

### Riptide GP2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/riptide-gp2/id662569685)

**Currently charting:** #208 Top Free · Racing (US App Store)

Experience intense console-quality water racing with rocket-powered hydro jets. Compete in online multiplayer, master a new stunt system, and progress through a career mode with upgrades and unlocks.

**Highlights:** Online multiplayer races, Upgradeable hydro jets and riders, New career mode, Stunt system with new tricks, VR Challenge mode, Total control support (gamepad, tilt, touch)

**Features:** Game Controller support, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bit of Money | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium Mode | $2.99 | one-time |
| Stack of Money | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pile of Money | $9.99 | one-time |
| Serious Money | $19.99 | one-time |
| Mountain of Money | $49.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Money | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent graphics
- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Nostalgic and fun
- 👍 Great customization options
- 👍 No ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent stunt registration
- 🐛 Difficulty spikes in later levels
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases for new vehicles

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional crashes
- Compatibility issues on older devices

**Requested features**

- Add ghost mode to race against personal best times
- Improve online multiplayer connectivity
- Add difficulty settings


### Surf's Up 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/surfs-up-3d/id1548580932)

Experience the thrill of surfing with intuitive controls that let you ride waves quickly. Enjoy a simple yet engaging gameplay experience designed for quick fun.

**Highlights:** Intuitive controls, Quick gameplay, 3D surfing experience, Casual fun

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Riptide GP2 free?

Riptide GP2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Surf's Up 3D free?

Surf's Up 3D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Riptide GP2 or Surf's Up 3D?

Surf's Up 3D is rated higher. Riptide GP2 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 6.8K ratings, while Surf's Up 3D averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Riptide GP2 or Surf's Up 3D have ads?

Both Riptide GP2 and Surf's Up 3D show ads.

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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.*