# Touchgrind Skate 2 vs True Surf

The clearest difference is ads: True Surf at none against Touchgrind Skate 2's shown. True Surf also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months) and rating (3.9 vs 3.5). Touchgrind Skate 2's advantage is ratings volume (13K vs 3.4K). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Touchgrind Skate 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and True Surf sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

True Surf holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13K and 3.4K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of Touchgrind Skate 2's written reviews are positive against 61% of True Surf's.

Touchgrind Skate 2 ships an update every 4 months, True Surf fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 20, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Touchgrind Skate 2 | True Surf |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/touchgrind-skate-2/id720068876/reviews) | **[3.9 (3.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/true-surf/id1177819604/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 3.4K |
| Positive reviews | 54.8% of reviews | **60.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #97 | **#69** |
| Size | 471 MB | 211 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Illusion Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/297694604) | [True Axis](https://appshunter.io/developer/337866373) |

## What reviewers say

### Touchgrind Skate 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/touchgrind-skate-2/id720068876)

**Currently charting:** #97 Top Free · Sports, #187 Top Grossing · Sports (US App Store)

Experience realistic skateboarding with intuitive multi-touch controls. Master a vast array of tricks, complete challenges, and compete with friends in various game modes. Unlock new gear and skateparks as you hone your skills.

**Highlights:** Realistic physics and 3D graphics, Multi-touch controls, Multiple game modes (Training, Competition, Jam Session, S.K.A.T.E), Unlockable skateparks, decks, and gear, Video recording and replay functionality, Tutorial videos

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The Car Park | $2.99 | one-time |
| The Factory | $2.99 | one-time |
| Playground | $2.99 | one-time |
| Space dock | $2.99 | one-time |
| Special board | $2.99 | one-time |
| Mega Ramp | $2.99 | one-time |
| The Office | $2.99 | one-time |
| Special Board - Big pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Mega Deal | $6.99 | one-time |
| Ultra Deal | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Great graphics and physics
- 🕹️ Realistic skateboarding controls
- 🏆 Challenging and rewarding gameplay
- 🔥 Addictive and fun
- 💯 Excellent for skaters and non-skaters

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive to unlock additional maps
- 🤔 Confusing trick mechanics (e.g., kickflips/heelflips)
- 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs
- 🔍 Limited free content

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent trick registration
- Occasional board freezing and spawning issues
- Replay camera problems

**Requested features**

- Ability to customize trucks, wheels, and griptape
- Unlockable maps through challenges or progression
- Multiplayer modes (e.g., SKATE, online competitions)
- Manual tricks and more grind options
- Community-created maps and sharing


### True Surf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/true-surf/id1177819604)

**Currently charting:** #69 Top Grossing · Sports, #206 Top Free · Sports (US App Store)

Experience the most authentic surfing simulation with realistic physics and live weather forecasts from Surfline. Master real-time controls, travel to world-famous breaks, and compete in WSL events. Evolve your surfer, build your gear, and chase the perfect wave.

**Highlights:** Realistic physics simulation, Live Surfline weather forecasts, World-famous surf breaks, Real-time touch controls, Character progression and customization, Board quiver management, Live WSL competitions

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Perfect Storm (monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Frequent Flyer (monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Handful of Clams | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Clams | $7.99 | one-time |
| Chest of Clams | $28.99 | one-time |
| Boatload of Clams | $49.99 | one-time |
| Sea of Clams | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌊 Realistic wave physics and graphics
- 🤙 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🔥 Best surfing game on mobile
- 👍 Intuitive controls once learned
- 🌍 Variety of real-world surf spots

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases for boards and upgrades
- 🐢 Extremely slow progression and leveling up
- 🤯 Inconsistent and unreliable scoring system
- 🌊 Lack of consistently good waves at many locations
- 🔋 Battery draining issues

**Reported bugs**

- Waves not generating properly at Surf Ranch
- Progression resets and lost progress
- Inability to travel to desired surf spots

**Requested features**

- First-person camera mode
- Customizable boards and characters
- Competitive multiplayer mode
- Career mode with challenges and sponsorships
- Ability to create and share custom surf spots


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Touchgrind Skate 2 free?

Touchgrind Skate 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is True Surf free?

True Surf is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Touchgrind Skate 2 or True Surf?

True Surf is rated higher. Touchgrind Skate 2 averages 3.5 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while True Surf averages 3.9 from 3.4K ratings.

### Do Touchgrind Skate 2 or True Surf have ads?

Touchgrind Skate 2 shows ads; True Surf does not.

### Which is updated more often, Touchgrind Skate 2 or True Surf?

Touchgrind Skate 2 ships an update every 4 months, and True Surf fortnightly. Most recently, Touchgrind Skate 2 was updated on October 20, 2026 and True Surf on October 20, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Touchgrind Skate 2 or True Surf?

Touchgrind Skate 2 currently peaks at #97 in the App Store charts, and True Surf at #69. 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.*