# Touchgrind Skate 2 vs Pumped BMX 2

The clearest difference is price: Touchgrind Skate 2 at Free against Pumped BMX 2's $1.99. Touchgrind Skate 2 also leads on update cadence (every 4 months vs every 40 months) and ratings volume (13K vs 1.5K). Pumped BMX 2's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 3.5) and review sentiment (92% vs 55%). On chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

Touchgrind Skate 2 is free to download; Pumped BMX 2 costs $1.99 up front. Touchgrind Skate 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Pumped BMX 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Pumped BMX 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Touchgrind Skate 2 has 13K ratings behind it against 1.5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of Touchgrind Skate 2's written reviews are positive against 92% of Pumped BMX 2's.

Touchgrind Skate 2 ships an update every 4 months, Pumped BMX 2 every 40 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Touchgrind Skate 2 | Pumped BMX 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $1.99 |
| Rating | [3.5 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/touchgrind-skate-2/id720068876/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pumped-bmx-2/id893141226/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 1.5K |
| Positive reviews | 54.9% of reviews | **92.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 months** | Every 40 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #103 | **#42** |
| Size | 471 MB | 84 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Illusion Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/297694604) | [Yeah Us!](https://appshunter.io/developer/527173194) |

## What reviewers say

### Touchgrind Skate 2

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

**Currently charting:** #103 Top Free · Sports, #189 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


### Pumped BMX 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pumped-bmx-2/id893141226)

**Currently charting:** #42 Top Paid · Racing, #51 Top Paid · Sports (US App Store)

Experience insane BMX stunt action with over 500 challenges and achievements across 50 levels. Master 16 authentic tricks and combine them for endless creativity. This 3D game offers realistic physics and intuitive controls for an immersive riding experience.

**Highlights:** 50 challenging levels, 500 challenges and achievements, 16 authentic BMX tricks, Trick combination system, Realistic physics, Intuitive controls, Customizable rider and bike styles

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth and fluid gameplay
- 👍 Realistic and responsive controls
- 💯 Excellent graphics and animations
- 🎮 Highly addictive and engaging
- 🎢 Fun and challenging levels

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional control issues and unresponsiveness
- 🔍 Lack of camera control options
- 🚫 Limited level variety and repetitiveness
- 🔧 Desire for more customization and personalization
- 🔋 Potential battery drain on longer play sessions

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional crashes or freezes
- Inconsistent trick registration
- Compatibility issues on older devices

**Requested features**

- More level packs and new environments
- Ability to create and share custom levels
- Online leaderboards and multiplayer mode
- Expanded bike and character customization
- Improved camera controls and options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Touchgrind Skate 2 free?

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

### Is Pumped BMX 2 free?

Pumped BMX 2 costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Touchgrind Skate 2 or Pumped BMX 2?

Pumped BMX 2 is rated higher. Touchgrind Skate 2 averages 3.5 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Pumped BMX 2 averages 4.8 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do Touchgrind Skate 2 or Pumped BMX 2 have ads?

Touchgrind Skate 2 shows ads; Pumped BMX 2 does not.

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

Touchgrind Skate 2 ships an update every 4 months, and Pumped BMX 2 every 40 months. Most recently, Touchgrind Skate 2 was updated on October 30, 2026 and Pumped BMX 2 on October 29, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Touchgrind Skate 2 or Pumped BMX 2?

Touchgrind Skate 2 currently peaks at #103 in the App Store charts, and Pumped BMX 2 at #42. 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.*