# Wave Running Vibes vs Wave Dash

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Wave Running Vibes at none against Wave Dash's 9. Wave Running Vibes also leads on ads (none vs shown). Wave Dash's advantage is ratings volume (11K vs 9) and chart position (#31 vs unranked). On price, rating and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Wave Dash sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Wave Running Vibes asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Wave Running Vibes against 4.6 for Wave Dash. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Wave Dash has 11K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Wave Running Vibes ships an update every 8 days, Wave Dash fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Wave Running Vibes | Wave Dash |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wave-running-vibes/id6746357126/reviews)** | [4.6 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wave-dash-geometry-arrow/id6748525220/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 9 | **11K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 84.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 8 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Best chart rank | — | **#31** |
| Size | 67 MB | 224 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [POST MODERN WEB DESIGN](https://appshunter.io/developer/1816412831) | [Ashima Prabhakar](https://appshunter.io/developer/1469698741) |

## What reviewers say

### Wave Running Vibes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wave-running-vibes/id6746357126)

Experience a thrilling ride on ocean waves, focusing on smooth flight and stylish maneuvers. Master timing and control to stay in motion and avoid the floor. Enjoy a rhythmic, cool gameplay experience.

**Highlights:** Smooth flight mechanics, Stylish aerial maneuvers, Rhythm-based gameplay, Timing and control focus, Avoid hitting the floor

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Wave Dash

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wave-dash-geometry-arrow/id6748525220)

**Currently charting:** #31 Top Free · Music (US App Store)

A rhythm-based platformer where players tap to steer an arrow through challenging levels synchronized with music. It features a level editor for creating and sharing custom stages, along with options for unlocking icons and competing for high scores.

**Highlights:** Rhythm-based gameplay, Level editor, Share custom levels, Unlockable icons, Speed run challenges, Fast restarts

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Value Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Pro Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Soccer Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Elite Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Creator Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Mega Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Wave Running Vibes free?

Wave Running Vibes is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Wave Dash free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Wave Running Vibes or Wave Dash?

Wave Running Vibes is rated higher. Wave Running Vibes averages 4.8 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Wave Dash averages 4.6 from 11K ratings.

### Do Wave Running Vibes or Wave Dash have ads?

Wave Dash shows ads; Wave Running Vibes does not.

### Which is updated more often, Wave Running Vibes or Wave Dash?

Wave Running Vibes ships an update every 8 days, and Wave Dash fortnightly. Most recently, Wave Running Vibes was updated on October 24, 2026 and Wave Dash on October 25, 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.*