Comparison

Smash Bouncing vs Grimoire Run

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

Head to head
About

Smash Bouncing

Features
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Get ready to bounce into battle in Smash Bouncing – the ultimate hyper-casual action game! Control your bouncing hero and unleash powerful combos to defeat waves of cute but dangerous monsters. Simple to play, hard to master – every move counts as you dodge attacks, strike back, and time your bounces perfectly. Unlock a variety of adorable hero skins and discover new ways to conquer tricky monster types. With fast-paced gameplay, satisfying hit effects, and charming visuals, Monster Bounce is perfect for quick sessions and endless fun. Whether you're a casual gamer looking for thrills or aiming for high scores, Smash Bouncing is your next obsession. Are you ready to bounce your way to victory? * Features: - Simple Two-Way Controls: Easy to learn, satisfying to master. - Tactical Combos: Use timing and movement to defeat different monster types. - Cute Style: A playful visual experience that’s fun and lighthearted. - Collect Hero Skins: Unlock cool looks to personalize your hero. - Quick Action Sessions: Perfect for short breaks or non-stop bouncing fun.

About

Grimoire Run

Features
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Mow down endless waves of monsters with auto-firing weapons — and make it out alive in just 4 minutes. Simple to pick up, impossible to put down. ▶ ONE FINGER, INFINITE CHAOS Your weapons fire on their own. You focus on dodging, positioning, and choosing the right power-ups. Easy controls, deep strategy. ▶ FUSE WEAPONS INTO ULTIMATE FORMS Collect weapons, max them out, then fuse two together to create something devastating. With dozens of combinations, no two runs play the same. ▶ GATE RUN — CHOOSE YOUR PATH Rush through stat gates that boost or challenge you. Every gate is a gamble — pick wisely and become unstoppable. ▶ GRIMOIRE DROPS Defeat powerful mid-bosses to earn Grimoire rewards — rare upgrades that can turn the tide of battle in an instant. ▶ PIXEL ART WITH SOUL Hand-crafted retro pixel sprites, fluid animations, and flashy ultimate attacks that feel incredible on every screen. ▶ BUILD YOUR MAGE, YOUR WAY Each character has a unique passive ability that changes how you play. Stack accessories, upgrade stats, and craft the perfect build for your playstyle. ▶ SHORT SESSIONS, DEEP REPLAY Every run is 4 minutes. Quick enough for a coffee break, addictive enough to chain ten in a row. Permanent upgrades carry over between runs so you always grow stronger. ▶ 6 LANGUAGES SUPPORTED Japanese, English, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, French

Screenshots

Smash Bouncing4 screens
Grimoire Run3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Smash Bouncing at none against Grimoire Run's 6. Smash Bouncing also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price and device support 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. Grimoire Run sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Smash Bouncing asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Smash Bouncing versus Grimoire Run: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmash BouncingGrimoire Run
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size330 MB145 MB
Age rating17+9+
DeveloperDIFUN COMPANY LIMITEDAtsuki Kurihara

In-app purchases

None

Smash Bouncing

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Grimoire Run

One-time6
  • 500 Coins$0.99
  • 1,290 Coins$2.99
  • 2,650 Coins$5.99
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  • 8,000 Coins$19.99
  • 19,000 Coins$39.99
  • 33,000 Coins$69.99

Questions

Is Smash Bouncing free?
Smash Bouncing is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Grimoire Run free?
Grimoire Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Smash Bouncing or Grimoire Run have ads?
Grimoire Run shows ads; Smash Bouncing does not.

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