# StoryBook Studio vs Marble Run 2D

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Marble Run 2D at 52% against StoryBook Studio's 0%. Marble Run 2D also leads on ratings volume (99 vs 4) and device support (3 vs 1). StoryBook Studio's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.0 vs 3.6). On price, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StoryBook Studio sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Marble Run 2D sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

StoryBook Studio holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Marble Run 2D has 99 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 0% of StoryBook Studio's written reviews are positive against 52% of Marble Run 2D's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

StoryBook Studio ships an update every 5 months, Marble Run 2D every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | StoryBook Studio | Marble Run 2D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storybook-studio-create-animate-record/id853682269/reviews)** | [3.6 (99 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marble-run-2d/id1498313833/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **99** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **51.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 189 MB | 159 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Croco Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/637485340) | [Darya Vladislavovna](https://appshunter.io/developer/1067566962) |

## What reviewers say

### StoryBook Studio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storybook-studio-create-animate-record/id853682269)

This app empowers children to create and animate their own stories with a variety of backgrounds, characters, and design elements. Users can record narration, add sound effects, and direct animated scenes to bring their imaginative tales to life. Projects can be saved and shared, offering a fun way for kids to express their creativity.

**Highlights:** 21 diverse backgrounds with sound, Extensive library of building parts and characters, Customizable clothing and accessories, Shape manipulation tools, Record narration and sound effects, Interactive tutorials for directing, Save and share projects

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Version: Over 240 shapes and pieces! | $1.99 | one-time |


### Marble Run 2D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marble-run-2d/id1498313833)

Design and build your own marble tracks in a 2D environment. Solve engaging puzzles, utilize diverse construction elements, and earn rewards as you create unique gravitational mazes. Immerse yourself in captivating gameplay.

**Highlights:** Create custom marble tracks, Solve engaging puzzles, Use diverse construction elements, Earn bonuses and rewards, Immersive 2D gameplay

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO User Subscription. | $4.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Entertaining gameplay
- 💡 Creative track and marble building
- 👍 Fun mechanics
- 👍 Good graphics and blocks
- 👍 Game is good

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😩 Slow loading times
-  anúncios Too many ads
- 🐛 Gray screen bug
- 🐛 Pipes not working
- 🐛 Glitchy screen

**Reported bugs**

- Slow loading on second play
- Gray screen bug
- Pipes not working anymore (marbles stay on top of holes)
- Glitch when pressing PRO
- Marbles fall into the void

**Requested features**

- Add new marbles
- Add custom marbles
- Add custom tracks
- Add moving objects
- Add a new funnel


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StoryBook Studio free?

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

### Is Marble Run 2D free?

Marble Run 2D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, StoryBook Studio or Marble Run 2D?

StoryBook Studio is rated higher. StoryBook Studio averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Marble Run 2D averages 3.6 from 99 ratings.

### Do StoryBook Studio or Marble Run 2D have ads?

Marble Run 2D shows ads; StoryBook Studio does not.

### Which is updated more often, StoryBook Studio or Marble Run 2D?

StoryBook Studio ships an update every 5 months, and Marble Run 2D every 3 months. Most recently, StoryBook Studio was updated on November 6, 2026 and Marble Run 2D on November 3, 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.*