Comparison

Geometry Dash Lite vs Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported)

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

Head to head
About

Geometry Dash Lite

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
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Jump and fly your way through danger in this rhythm-based action platformer! "Frustratingly wonderful" - Kotaku "Geometry Dash provides all of the challenge expected from an “impossible” game while also making it more accessible to newcomers." - 148Apps "Geometry Dash is a fast-paced platformer that will leave you screaming in frustration, but you’ll keep coming back for more." - AppAdvice Prepare for a near impossible challenge in the world of Geometry Dash. Push your skills to the limit as you jump, fly and flip your way through dangerous passages and spiky obstacles. Simple one touch game play that will keep you entertained for hours! Check out the full version for new levels, soundtracks, achievements, online level editor and much much more! Game Features • Rhythm-based Action Platforming! • Unlock new icons and colors to customize your character! • Fly rockets, flip gravity and much more! • Use practice mode to sharpen your skills! • Challenge yourself with the near impossible! Contact: support@robtopgames.com

About

Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported)

Embark on an adventure to save the planet from being flattened by evil minions. Guide a rolling ball through 75 challenging levels, overcoming traps and defeating monsters. Experience physics-based gameplay with epic boss battles and a groovy soundtrack.

Highlights
  • 75 exciting levels
  • Epic boss battles
  • Tricky traps and monsters
  • Exciting physics elements
  • Groovy soundtrack
  • Cloud support
  • Controller support
Features
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Red Alert! Evil minions want to squeeze the planet into a square shape. Who's got the balls to save the world ? Oh yeah, that's right! Red Ball to the rescue! Roll, jump and bounce through 75 exciting levels full of adventure. Make your way through tricky traps and defeat all monsters. Features: - All-New Red Ball Adventure - 75 Levels - Epic Boss Battles - Cloud Support - Exciting Physics Elements - Groovy Soundtrack - Controller Support

Screenshots

Geometry Dash Lite4 screens
Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Geometry Dash Lite at none against Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported)'s 1. Geometry Dash Lite also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 16 months) and chart position (#2 vs unranked). Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported)'s advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and review sentiment (86% vs 70%). On price, ratings volume, ads 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. Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported) sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Geometry Dash Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported) holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 265K and 92K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of Geometry Dash Lite's written reviews are positive against 86% of Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported)'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Geometry Dash Lite ships an update every 2 months, Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported) every 16 months. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Geometry Dash Lite versus Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGeometry Dash LiteRed Ball 4 (Ad Supported)
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (265K ratings)4.7 (92K ratings) — better
Positive reviews70.5% of reviews85.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings265K — better92K
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 16 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#2 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size251 MB157 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperRobTop Games ABFDG Entertainment GmbH & Co.KG

Customer experience

Geometry Dash Lite

All ratings265,207 ratings
Positive83.2%
Neutral4.2%
Negative12.6%
Written reviews9,573 reviews
Positive70.5%
Neutral8.1%
Negative21.5%

Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported)

All ratings89,888 ratings
Positive92.5%
Neutral2.8%
Negative4.8%
Written reviews2,089 reviews
Positive85.7%
Neutral3.9%
Negative10.4%

User reviews

Geometry Dash Lite

From 265K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported)

From 92K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great game
  • 🤩 Nostalgic childhood game
  • 👍 Fun and simple
  • 🤗 Addictive gameplay
  • 🎨 Colorful and creative

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Pay to win elements
  • ⏰ Too many ads
  • 💤 Game gets boring after completion
  • 🔋 Limited lives system
  • 🐛 Glitchy controls and bugs

Bugs and requests

Geometry Dash Lite

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Game crashing or closing unexpectedly
  • Character jumping automatically after ads
  • Music not playing or getting interrupted

Requested features

4 requests
  • 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

Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported)

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Levels not saving progress
  • Ads blocking gameplay
  • Unresponsive controls
  • Crashes and freezes

Requested features

5 requests
  • More levels and episodes
  • Additional game modes and challenges
  • Customizable skins and characters
  • Improved level editor and sharing
  • Leaderboards and multiplayer

In-app purchases

None

Geometry Dash Lite

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported)

One-time1
  • Unlock full version$4.99

Questions

Is Geometry Dash Lite free?
Geometry Dash Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported) free?
Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Geometry Dash Lite or Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported)?
Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported) is rated higher. Geometry Dash Lite averages 4.3 out of 5 from 265K ratings, while Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported) averages 4.7 from 92K ratings.
Do Geometry Dash Lite or Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported) have ads?
Both Geometry Dash Lite and Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported) show ads.
Which is updated more often, Geometry Dash Lite or Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported)?
Geometry Dash Lite ships an update every 2 months, and Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported) every 16 months. Most recently, Geometry Dash Lite was updated on October 21, 2026 and Red Ball 4 (Ad Supported) on October 21, 2026.

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