# SHREDD vs Neon Beats

The clearest difference is price: SHREDD at Free against Neon Beats's $2.99. SHREDD also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (897 vs 39). Neon Beats's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On review sentiment and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

SHREDD is free to download; Neon Beats costs $2.99 up front. SHREDD sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Neon Beats asks for nothing beyond the download.

SHREDD holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SHREDD has 897 ratings behind it against 39, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of SHREDD's written reviews are positive against 85% of Neon Beats's.

## The numbers

| Metric | SHREDD | Neon Beats |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | **[4.7 (897 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shredd/id844153422/reviews)** | [4.3 (39 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neon-beats/id1527569581/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **897** | 39 |
| Positive reviews | **92.1% of reviews** | 84.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#26** |
| Size | 11 MB | 231 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Chaotic Box](https://appshunter.io/developer/293202011) | [Plug In Digital](https://appshunter.io/developer/608306412) |

## What reviewers say

### SHREDD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shredd/id844153422)

Navigate a challenging obstacle course by controlling a shape that can split into two. Dodge spikes and other hazards by scraping the sides, hovering, or squeezing through tight gaps at the last moment.

**Highlights:** Ambidextrous gameplay, Split-in-two mechanic, Spike avoidance challenges, Scrape, hover, and squeeze maneuvers, Fast-paced action

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ad Removal | $1.99 | one-time |
| All Themes Unlock plus Bonus Themes | $1.99 | one-time |
| All Themes Unlock, Bonus Themes, plus Ad Removal | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Addictive and fun gameplay
- 🚀 Fast-paced and challenging
- 💎 Great visuals and themes
- 🎨 Colorful and vibrant design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 High score not saving properly
- 🔁 Repetitive music and background
- 🤯 Extremely difficult and frustrating
- 💤 Slow start and ramp-up speed

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashing or not opening
- Inconsistent high score tracking
- Lag or performance issues

**Requested features**

- Difficulty settings or modes
- Ability to customize blocks and backgrounds
- Multiplayer or competitive features
- Save high scores across sessions


### Neon Beats

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neon-beats/id1527569581)

**Currently charting:** #26 Top Paid · Music, #177 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Experience a vibrant 2D platformer where your movements are synchronized with a catchy soundtrack. Navigate challenging levels filled with neon lights and abstract environments, aiming to beat your high scores and uncover hidden collectibles. The game offers responsive controls and an escalating difficulty that tests your reflexes and rhythm.

**Highlights:** Rhythm-based gameplay, 9 unique levels with distinct music, Smooth and responsive character controls, Challenging level elements, Hidden collectibles that alter music, Score system based on time, collectibles, and deaths

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎶 Amazing music and soundtrack
- 🎮 Addictive gameplay
- ✨ Great game design
- 👍 Minimalist presentation
- 💯 Well-put-together game

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⏳ Too short, not enough levels
- 😕 Some levels are too hard
- 💸 Perceived as short for the price

**Reported bugs**

- Invisible walls causing falls
- Controls sometimes send player in opposite direction
- Mechanics are a little buggy
- Tap doesn't always register jump
- Cannons sometimes don't work until level restart

**Requested features**

- Add more levels
- Level editor like Geometry Dash
- Difficulty rating for levels
- Level creator and download system
- 3D version of the game


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SHREDD free?

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

### Is Neon Beats free?

Neon Beats costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SHREDD or Neon Beats?

SHREDD is rated higher. SHREDD averages 4.7 out of 5 from 897 ratings, while Neon Beats averages 4.3 from 39 ratings.

### Do SHREDD or Neon Beats have ads?

SHREDD shows ads; Neon Beats does not.

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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.*