# On the line vs Peglin

The clearest difference is price: Peglin at Free against On the line's $0.99. Peglin also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 140). On the line's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.1) and review sentiment (78% vs 64%). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Peglin is free to download; On the line costs $0.99 up front. On the line sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Peglin sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the line holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Peglin has 1.2K ratings behind it against 140, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of On the line's written reviews are positive against 64% of Peglin's.

On the line ships an update every 4 months, Peglin fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | On the line | Peglin |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (140 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/on-the-line/id795845788/reviews)** | [4.1 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/peglin/id6446336622/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 140 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | **77.6% of reviews** | 64.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#130** | — |
| Size | 62 MB | 311 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Kevin Choteau](https://appshunter.io/developer/795845791) | [Red Nexus Games Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1677460476) |

## What reviewers say

### On the line

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/on-the-line/id795845788)

**Currently charting:** #130 Top Paid · Puzzle, #188 Top Paid · Action (US App Store)

Control your finger in a thrilling endless runner where you must stay on a constantly generated line. Unlock new game modes and challenges by completing objectives. Compete with friends on global leaderboards.

**Highlights:** Finger as main character, Generated mazes, Score comparison with monuments, Unlockable game modes, Game Center leaderboards

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all game modes | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Highly addictive and engaging gameplay
- 🎵 Excellent soundtrack and audio design
- 👍 Simple and intuitive mechanics
- 🎯 Perfect for casual gaming and time-filling
- 💡 Innovative and unique concept

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Hit detection inaccuracy
- 🎨 Lacks Retina display support
- 😴 Becomes repetitive over time
- ⚠️ Aggressive music (subjective)
- 🎮 Limited obstacle variety

**Reported bugs**

- False collision detection when finger not touching edges
- Moving obstacles don't accelerate with game speed
- Game continues when paused, causing unfair deaths
- Progress lost after app updates
- Game runs extremely slow after recent updates

**Requested features**

- More diverse obstacle patterns and track pieces
- Retina display support for sharper graphics
- Adjustable game screen size for different devices
- Additional measurement units besides centimeters
- Ability to skip certain level designs


### Peglin

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/peglin/id6446336622)

Embark on a roguelike adventure combining Pachinko-style combat with deck-building strategy. Collect powerful orbs and relics to defeat dragons and reclaim your gold. Explore procedurally generated maps with unique challenges and surprises on every run.

**Highlights:** Collect and upgrade orbs and relics, Pachinko-like combat mechanics, Procedurally generated maps, Defeat monsters and bosses, Strategic use of potions and bombs

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Peglin Full Game Unlock | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Unique blend of roguelike and pachinko
- 🎨 Charming retro art style
- 💰 Fair one-time purchase model
- 🔁 High replayability

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🔍 Unclear mechanics and lack of explanations
- 📱 Controls not optimized for mobile
- 💰 Perceived high price for mobile game

**Reported bugs**

- Soft locks when trying to unlock full game
- Aiming issues and unresponsive controls
- Inconsistent behavior of certain abilities

**Requested features**

- More level variety and content
- Ability to save and resume runs
- Vertical mode for better mobile experience
- Customizable controls and aiming


## Frequently asked questions

### Is On the line free?

On the line costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Peglin free?

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

### Which has better reviews, On the line or Peglin?

On the line is rated higher. On the line averages 4.7 out of 5 from 140 ratings, while Peglin averages 4.1 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do On the line or Peglin have ads?

Neither On the line nor Peglin shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, On the line or Peglin?

On the line ships an update every 4 months, and Peglin fortnightly. Most recently, On the line was updated on October 24, 2026 and Peglin on October 25, 2026.

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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.*