# Geometry Dash Lite vs Brawl Stars

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Geometry Dash Lite at none against Brawl Stars's 25. Geometry Dash Lite also leads on review sentiment (70% vs 56%) and chart position (#3 vs #12). Brawl Stars's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Brawl Stars sells 25 one-off in-app purchases. Geometry Dash Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

Brawl Stars holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Brawl Stars has 3.1M ratings behind it against 257K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 70% of Geometry Dash Lite's written reviews are positive against 56% of Brawl Stars's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Geometry Dash Lite ships an update every 2 months, Brawl Stars every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Geometry Dash Lite | Brawl Stars |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (257K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geometry-dash-lite/id698255242/reviews) | **[4.7 (3.1M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brawl-stars/id1229016807/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 257K | **3.1M** |
| Positive reviews | **70.1% of reviews** | 56.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#3** | #12 |
| Size | 256 MB | 1.9 GB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [RobTop Games AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/414027834) | [Supercell](https://appshunter.io/developer/488106216) |

## What reviewers say

### Geometry Dash Lite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geometry-dash-lite/id698255242)

**Currently charting:** #3 Top Free · Music, #58 Top Free · Casual, #119 Top Free · Games (US App Store)

Experience a rhythm-based action platformer where you must jump and fly through dangerous levels filled with obstacles. Master simple one-touch gameplay to overcome challenges and unlock customization options for your character. Practice your skills to conquer increasingly difficult stages.

**Highlights:** Rhythm-based action platforming, Unlockable icons and colors, Rocket flying and gravity flipping, Practice mode for skill improvement, Near impossible challenges

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Customizable character and levels
- 🎵 Excellent music and soundtrack
- 👍 Challenging but rewarding experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Lack of new levels in the Lite version
- 📢 Too many ads interrupting gameplay
- 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs
- 🕹️ Inconsistent jump registration

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashing or closing unexpectedly
- Character jumping automatically after ads
- Music not playing or getting interrupted

**Requested features**

- More easy and moderate difficulty levels
- Ability to save character customization
- Option to disable ads or pay for ad-free version
- Improved practice mode with better checkpoint system


### Brawl Stars

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brawl-stars/id1229016807)

**Currently charting:** #12 Top Free · Action, #12 Top Grossing · Action, #38 Top Grossing · Casual, #40 Top Free · Casual, #83 Top Free · Games, #107 Top Grossing · Games (US App Store)

Engage in fast-paced 3v3 and 5v5 MOBA and Battle Royale matches on mobile. Unlock and upgrade unique characters with special abilities to compete in various game modes and climb leaderboards.

**Highlights:** 3v3 & 5v5 MOBA and Battle Royale, Unlock and upgrade Brawlers, Multiple PvP game modes, Solo or team play, Climb leaderboards, Brawl Pass with seasonal content

**In-app purchases (25)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Basic Bundle | $0.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| 30 Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Level 5 Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass Basic | $2.99 | one-time |
| Level 15 Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $3.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass Upgrade | $3.99 | one-time |
| 80 Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass | $6.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $6.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |
| BRAWL PASS | $8.99 | one-time |
| 170 Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass Plus | $9.99 | one-time |
| BRAWL PASS PLUS | $12.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $14.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $16.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| 360 Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| Pro Pass | $24.99 | one-time |
| Basic Bundle | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 🤝 Fun with friends
- 💎 Great free-to-play model
- 🎨 Unique brawler designs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Unfair matchmaking
- 🏆 Unbalanced brawlers
- 💰 Pay-to-win mechanics
- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🕹️ Frustrating controls

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes
- Lag and connection drops
- Brawler abilities not working as intended

**Requested features**

- Report button for trolls and AFKers
- Improved progression system
- Customizable controls
- More game modes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Geometry Dash Lite free?

Geometry Dash Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Brawl Stars free?

Brawl Stars is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Geometry Dash Lite or Brawl Stars?

Brawl Stars is rated higher. Geometry Dash Lite averages 4.3 out of 5 from 257K ratings, while Brawl Stars averages 4.7 from 3.1M ratings.

### Do Geometry Dash Lite or Brawl Stars have ads?

Both Geometry Dash Lite and Brawl Stars show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Geometry Dash Lite or Brawl Stars?

Geometry Dash Lite ships an update every 2 months, and Brawl Stars every 3 weeks. Most recently, Geometry Dash Lite was updated on September 29, 2026 and Brawl Stars on September 28, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Geometry Dash Lite or Brawl Stars?

Geometry Dash Lite currently peaks at #3 in the App Store charts, and Brawl Stars at #12. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*