# Wave Running Vibes vs Space Waves

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Wave Running Vibes at none against Space Waves's 8. Wave Running Vibes also leads on ads (none vs shown). Space Waves's advantage is ratings volume (65K vs 9) and chart position (#48 vs unranked). On price, rating and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Space Waves sells 8 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 4.7 for Space Waves. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Space Waves has 65K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Wave Running Vibes ships an update every 8 days, Space Waves fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Wave Running Vibes | Space Waves |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wave-running-vibes/id6746357126/reviews)** | [4.7 (65K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-waves-crazygames/id6748645552/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 9 | **65K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 61.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 8 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Best chart rank | — | **#48** |
| Size | 67 MB | 206 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) | [CrazyGames.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/1145410933) |

## 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


### Space Waves

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-waves-crazygames/id6748645552)

**Currently charting:** #48 Top Free · Racing (US App Store)

Dash through a geometric space environment, testing your reflexes and timing across over 80 challenging levels. This rhythm-based arcade game requires precision to navigate obstacles and master flowing momentum. Enjoy addictive gameplay with instant restarts and smooth controls.

**Highlights:** 80+ handcrafted geometric levels, Rhythm-based movement, Precision reflex challenges, Instant restarts, Smooth, responsive controls, Increasing difficulty

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gem Pouch | $1.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Power Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Bundle: Offline Play and No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Offline Play | $2.99 | one-time |
| Gem Bag | $4.99 | one-time |
| Mega Power Bundle | $5.99 | one-time |
| Gem Chest | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐️ Amazing game
- 🎶 Nice and chilling soundtrack
- 👍 Fun and enjoyable
- ⭐️ Awesome game
- 👍 Easy and relaxing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Too many bots and ads
- 🤖 Crazy amount of ads and bots
- 🤖 Ads after every level
- 🤖 Ads are a consistent issue
- 🤖 Have to watch ads to continue

**Reported bugs**

- Unresponsive controls
- Levels are impossible
- Levels are too hard

**Requested features**

- More music options
- Level editor
- Harder levels


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Wave Running Vibes free?

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

### Is Space Waves free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Wave Running Vibes or Space Waves?

Wave Running Vibes is rated higher. Wave Running Vibes averages 4.8 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Space Waves averages 4.7 from 65K ratings.

### Do Wave Running Vibes or Space Waves have ads?

Space Waves shows ads; Wave Running Vibes does not.

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

Wave Running Vibes ships an update every 8 days, and Space Waves fortnightly. Most recently, Wave Running Vibes was updated on October 23, 2026 and Space Waves on October 23, 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.*