# This is Blast! vs Mischief Runner

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mischief Runner at none against This is Blast!'s 26. Mischief Runner also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). This is Blast!'s advantage is ratings volume (8.5K vs 3) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. This is Blast! sells 25 one-off in-app purchases. Mischief Runner asks for nothing beyond the download.

Mischief Runner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: This is Blast! has 8.5K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

This is Blast! ships an update every 9 days, Mischief Runner every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | This is Blast! | Mischief Runner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (8.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/this-is-blast/id6738323233/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mischief-runner/id6742903903/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8.5K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 25.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 371 MB | 430 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Voodoo](https://appshunter.io/developer/714804730) | [Ravil Sookhoo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1736764224) |

## What reviewers say

### This is Blast!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/this-is-blast/id6738323233)

Engage in a vibrant color-matching block shooter where you aim and blast blocks of the same color. Enjoy simple controls, challenging puzzles, and explosive combos. This game offers endless fun with regular updates and seasonal events.

**Highlights:** Color-matching block shooter, Simple aim and shoot mechanics, Explosive combos and chain reactions, Challenging puzzles with obstacles, Eye-catching visuals and smooth effects, Regular updates with new levels

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

**In-app purchases (25)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Special Product #1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special Product #2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Offer #11 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Offer #6 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Offer #5 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Offer #7 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $7.99 | one-time |
| Special Product #5 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Lives Refill bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Offer #3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Small Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Play on Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Special Product #6 | $10.99 | one-time |
| Large Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| Offer #4 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Special Product #11 | $16.99 | one-time |
| Special Product #12 | $17.99 | one-time |
| Offer #9 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Medium Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| XLarge Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| XXLarge Pack | $49.99 | one-time |
| Epic pack | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun game
- 💡 No ads
- 💡 Offline play
- 👍 Relaxing and entertaining

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🐛 Inability to combine 3 blocks
- 🐛 Levels unable to be completed
- 🐛 Daily/weekly tasks not working
- 🐛 Leaderboard issues

**Reported bugs**

- Blocks not moving/clearing properly
- Game freezing/locking up
- Tutorial level not functioning
- Leagues not unlocking properly
- Daily/weekly tasks not updating

**Requested features**

- Option to turn off vibration
- More challenging levels
- Better progression system
- Ability to report bugs


### Mischief Runner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mischief-runner/id6742903903)

Embark on a humorous market chase as a mischievous child evading their parent. Dodge obstacles, collect treats, and use power-ups to outrun your pursuer in this vibrant endless runner.

**Highlights:** Character selection (boy/girl), Dash through busy market streets, Collect ice-lollies and power-ups, Use gadgets for enhanced abilities, Bright visuals and colorful environments, Beat high scores and challenge friends

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is This is Blast! free?

This is Blast! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Mischief Runner free?

Mischief Runner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, This is Blast! or Mischief Runner?

Mischief Runner is rated higher. This is Blast! averages 4.6 out of 5 from 8.5K ratings, while Mischief Runner averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do This is Blast! or Mischief Runner have ads?

This is Blast! shows ads; Mischief Runner does not.

### Which is updated more often, This is Blast! or Mischief Runner?

This is Blast! ships an update every 9 days, and Mischief Runner every 2 months. Most recently, This is Blast! was updated on October 16, 2026 and Mischief Runner on October 2, 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.*