# Touchgrind Skate 2 vs Skate Space

The clearest difference is rating: Skate Space at 4.7 against Touchgrind Skate 2's 3.5. Skate Space also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months) and review sentiment (74% vs 55%). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Touchgrind Skate 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Skate Space sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Skate Space holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13K and 29K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of Touchgrind Skate 2's written reviews are positive against 74% of Skate Space's.

Touchgrind Skate 2 ships an update every 4 months, Skate Space fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Touchgrind Skate 2 | Skate Space |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/touchgrind-skate-2/id720068876/reviews) | **[4.7 (29K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skate-space/id1466582074/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 13K | **29K** |
| Positive reviews | 54.9% of reviews | **73.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#103** | #190 |
| Size | 471 MB | 210 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Illusion Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/297694604) | [DRSV, LLC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/894887152) |

## What reviewers say

### Touchgrind Skate 2

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

**Currently charting:** #103 Top Free · 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


### Skate Space

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skate-space/id1466582074)

**Currently charting:** #190 Top Free · Sports (US App Store)

Experience the thrill of skateboarding in a virtual world. Customize your avatar and skate parks, perform tricks, and compete with others online. Enjoy battles, missions, and create video parts of your best moves.

**Highlights:** Multiplayer online battles, Avatar and fashion customization, Custom park creation, Trick list configuration, Score missions, Video part creation

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| X 10 | $0.99 | one-time |
| AMUSEMENT PARK | $1.99 | one-time |
| AD REMOVE | $1.99 | one-time |
| COIN 300 | $2.99 | one-time |
| X 50 | $3.99 | one-time |
| COIN 600 | $4.99 | one-time |
| X 100 | $6.99 | one-time |
| COIN 1500 | $9.99 | one-time |
| COIN 1200 | $11.99 | one-time |
| COIN 1800 | $17.99 | one-time |
| X 300 | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Amazing game
- 🚀 Immersive gameplay
- 💡 Ability to create custom parks
- 👍 Variety of tricks and customization
- 👍 No ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs
- 💰 Difficult to earn in-game currency
- 🔒 Requires internet connection
- 🤔 Unbalanced online competitions
- 🤔 Limited object placement in park editor

**Reported bugs**

- Invisible seams in transitions
- Sudden character freezes and crashes
- Negative coin balances
- Disappearing custom parks
- Unresponsive controls in park editor

**Requested features**

- Offline mode
- Ability to play with friends
- More customization options
- Improved park editor controls
- Expanded trick list


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Touchgrind Skate 2 free?

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

### Is Skate Space free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Touchgrind Skate 2 or Skate Space?

Skate Space is rated higher. Touchgrind Skate 2 averages 3.5 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Skate Space averages 4.7 from 29K ratings.

### Do Touchgrind Skate 2 or Skate Space have ads?

Both Touchgrind Skate 2 and Skate Space show ads.

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

Touchgrind Skate 2 ships an update every 4 months, and Skate Space fortnightly. Most recently, Touchgrind Skate 2 was updated on October 31, 2026 and Skate Space on October 31, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Touchgrind Skate 2 or Skate Space?

Touchgrind Skate 2 currently peaks at #103 in the App Store charts, and Skate Space at #190. 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.*