Comparison

Tap On Time vs Space Waves

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Tap On Time

Test your reaction speed and precision by tapping the screen at the exact moment your avatar aligns with the target. This arcade timing game offers addictive gameplay, brain training, and fun unlockables. Perfect for quick, engaging sessions to keep your mind sharp.

Highlights
  • Reaction time tests
  • XP and level-ups
  • Personal Best tracker
  • Unlockable skins and modes
  • Customizable haptics and sound
  • One-hand play
Features
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Tap on Time!, the Reflex Test Game that puts your reaction skills to the ultimate test. Tap the screen exactly when your avatar aligns with the target. Sounds easy? The speed ramps up, targets change, and your reflexes will be pushed to the limit. Can you Tap on Time and Save the Chicken? Ready to see how fast you really are? Tap on Time is a clean, one-hand arcade timing game that challenges your reaction time and precision. Tap at the perfect moment, chain streaks, and beat your personal best to level up. Why you will love Tap on Time • Addictive gameplay, simple to learn, tough to master • Train your fast reflexes, quick brain training and focus practice • Beat your high score, chase your Personal Best (PB) and share it • Unlock fun skins and modes, ice, rock, and wood breakable targets, plus Rush Mode • Relax and de-stress, short sessions that feel good and keep the mind sharp Core features • True reaction-time tests that ramp up in speed and precision • XP and level-ups for consistent play • Personal Best tracker with clear results • Daily spins, bonus lives, and skip tickets for second chances • Fun avatars, skins, and packs to unlock • Customisable haptics and sound, play your way • Lightweight, low battery use, great one-hand play • Optional ads with fair rewards, in-app purchases available How to play 1) Watch your avatar sweep toward the target. 2) Tap exactly on the mark for a Perfect. 3) Chain Perfects to boost your score and smash your PB. 4) Try Rush Mode when you want extra speed and thrills. Why training reflexes helps Short, focused reaction-time drills can support faster visual processing, hand–eye coordination, and sustained attention. Light to moderate gameplay is also linked with stress relief, improved mood, and better cognitive flexibility. In practice, precise tap-at-the-right-moment challenges act like micro workouts for timing and focus, an engaging way to exercise the brain’s attention and motor systems. Download Tap on Time now, push your reaction speed, and see how far your reflexes can go! Privacy Policy: https://tapontime.app/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://tapontime.app/terms-and-conditions/

About

Space Waves

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
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Space Waves – CrazyGames Dash through space and feel the geometry vibes. Test your reflexes across 80+ levels of rhythm and precision. About the Game: Space Waves is a rhythm-based arcade game that challenges your speed, timing, and focus. Control your arrow through geometric paths filled with obstacles, sharp turns, and rotating traps. Every level is a test of reflexes and reaction time. With more than 80 handcrafted levels, Space Waves combines geometry-inspired design, dashing movement, and flowing momentum to create a satisfying challenge for casual and hardcore players alike. Features: 80+ handcrafted levels with geometric precision Free level selection — play any level, anytime Increasing difficulty with fresh patterns as you progress Instant restarts for fast, addictive gameplay Smooth, responsive controls for precise dashing Rhythm and flow that make every run satisfying How to Play: Move your arrow through each level without crashing into walls, spikes, or moving obstacles. Stages are color-coded by difficulty — from easy green zones to extreme red challenges. Find your rhythm, react quickly, and aim for a perfect run. Tips: Zigzag through narrow spaces for smoother control Master timing on easier levels before tackling hard ones Sync your moves to the rhythm for the smoothest dashes If you enjoy geometry-inspired challenges, rhythm-based movement, and fast arcade action, Space Waves – CrazyGames delivers. Challenge your reflexes, unlock your flow, and conquer the waves. Download Space Waves now and start dashing through 80+ rhythmic levels. Rated for ages 3+ by IGRS (Indonesian Games Rating System).

Screenshots

Tap On Time4 screens
Space Waves4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Space Waves at 66K against Tap On Time's 3. Space Waves also leads on monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases) and chart position (#53 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Tap On Time sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Space Waves sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Tap On Time against 4.7 for Space Waves. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Space Waves has 66K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tap On Time ships an update every 3 weeks, Space Waves fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Tap On Time versus Space Waves: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTap On TimeSpace Waves
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (3 ratings)4.7 (66K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—61.5% of reviews
Number of ratings366K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
Best chart rank—#53 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size123 MB206 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAntonio CappielloCrazyGames.com

Customer experience

Tap On Time

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Space Waves

All ratings63,829 ratings
Positive92.2%
Neutral3.5%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews847 reviews
Positive61.5%
Neutral10.9%
Negative27.6%

Bugs and requests

Tap On Time

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Space Waves

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unresponsive controls
  • Levels are impossible
  • Levels are too hard

Requested features

3 requests
  • More music options
  • Level editor
  • Harder levels

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Tap On Time

One-time10
  • Emoticons Pack$2.99
  • Food Pack$2.99
  • Balls Pack$2.99
Show 7 more
  • Farm Pack$2.99
  • Remove Casual Ads$4.99
  • Emoticons Pack O$5.99
  • Food Pack O$5.99
  • Balls Pack O$5.99
  • Farm Pack O$5.99
  • Gems Pack - Large$9.99
8 purchases

Space Waves

One-time8
  • Gem Pouch$1.99
  • No Ads$1.99
  • Power Bundle$2.99
Show 5 more
  • Bundle: Offline Play and No Ads$2.99
  • Offline Play$2.99
  • Gem Bag$4.99
  • Mega Power Bundle$5.99
  • Gem Chest$9.99

Questions

Is Tap On Time free?
Tap On Time is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Space Waves free?
Space Waves is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Tap On Time or Space Waves?
Space Waves is rated higher. Tap On Time averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Space Waves averages 4.7 from 66K ratings.
Do Tap On Time or Space Waves have ads?
Both Tap On Time and Space Waves show ads.
Which is updated more often, Tap On Time or Space Waves?
Tap On Time ships an update every 3 weeks, and Space Waves fortnightly. Most recently, Tap On Time was updated on October 28, 2026 and Space Waves on November 1, 2026.

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