# Checkpoint Champion vs Drive, Not Dive

The clearest difference is update cadence: Drive, Not Dive at every 2 days against Checkpoint Champion's every 2 months. Drive, Not Dive also leads on ratings volume (2K vs 80). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Checkpoint Champion sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Drive, Not Dive sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Drive, Not Dive holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Drive, Not Dive has 2K ratings behind it against 80, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 80% of Checkpoint Champion's written reviews are positive against 77% of Drive, Not Dive's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Checkpoint Champion ships an update every 2 months, Drive, Not Dive every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Checkpoint Champion | Drive, Not Dive |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (80 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/checkpoint-champion/id912284340/reviews) | **[4.4 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drive-not-dive/id6746210199/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 80 | **2K** |
| Positive reviews | **79.6% of reviews** | 77.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 137 MB | 116 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Protostar](https://appshunter.io/developer/901595359) | [Vikas Pawar](https://appshunter.io/developer/1588876306) |

## What reviewers say

### Checkpoint Champion

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/checkpoint-champion/id912284340)

Test your driving skills in intense 10-second challenges across various terrains. Master drifting, hairpin turns, and turbo boosts with simple controls to become a champion. Compete on leaderboards and unlock retro cars.

**Highlights:** 10-second driving challenges, Simple 2-touch controls, Multiple terrain types, Retro-inspired cars, Game Center leaderboards, Endless Arenas, Video replays

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TOFU EXPRESS XR | $0.99 | one-time |
| VINTAGE WHITE Ladybird | $0.99 | one-time |
| FLOWER POWER Ladybird | $0.99 | one-time |
| OLD RACER Ladybird | $0.99 | one-time |
| GHOST WHITE GT-450 | $0.99 | one-time |
| BLUE ROADSTER GT-450 | $0.99 | one-time |
| OUTRUNNER GT-450 | $0.99 | one-time |
| HYPERCOLOR GT-450 | $0.99 | one-time |
| STREET DEMON GT-450 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Protostar Supporter Pack | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Addictive and fun
- 🎨 Excellent graphics
- 💡 Unique control scheme
- 🎮 Retro arcade feel

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Sensitive/twitchy controls
- 🔍 Limited car selection
- 🕹️ Difficult to master
- 💰 Aggressive monetization with ads

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional lag/performance issues
- Unresponsive buttons/controls

**Requested features**

- More car models and customization options
- Additional game modes like racing
- Ability to adjust control sensitivity
- Multiplayer/competitive features


### Drive, Not Dive

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drive-not-dive/id6746210199)

Navigate a car across a narrow plank, tapping left or right to control its movement. Collect coins for rewards and to trigger chaotic effects like freezing time or dodging missiles. Compete on a global leaderboard and unlock a variety of cars.

**Highlights:** Tap to control plank, Coin-based power-ups, Global leaderboard, Unlockable cars, Minimalist artwork, Catchy in-game music

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buggy Blaster | $0.99 | one-time |
| Speedster | $0.99 | one-time |
| Golf Glider | $0.99 | one-time |
| Track Titan | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 💡 Inspired by similar games like Level With Me
- 🚀 Simple but challenging

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Controls too small and close together
- 🔥 Missiles drop too quickly

**Reported bugs**

- Buttons are hard to hit, causing many dives

**Requested features**

- Larger or adjustable controls
- No ads option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Checkpoint Champion free?

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

### Is Drive, Not Dive free?

Drive, Not Dive is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Checkpoint Champion or Drive, Not Dive?

Drive, Not Dive is rated higher. Checkpoint Champion averages 4.3 out of 5 from 80 ratings, while Drive, Not Dive averages 4.4 from 2K ratings.

### Do Checkpoint Champion or Drive, Not Dive have ads?

Both Checkpoint Champion and Drive, Not Dive show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Checkpoint Champion or Drive, Not Dive?

Checkpoint Champion ships an update every 2 months, and Drive, Not Dive every 2 days. Most recently, Checkpoint Champion was updated on October 24, 2026 and Drive, Not Dive on October 28, 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.*