Comparison

Monkey Freddy's Run vs Monkey Wave

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Monkey Freddy's Run

Embark on a thrilling monkey racing adventure to collect as many cherries as possible before the timer expires. Simple tap controls allow for quick left and right slides. Enjoy this fun and addictive free game!

Highlights
  • Monkey racing gameplay
  • Cherry collection objective
  • Time-based challenges
  • Simple tap controls
  • Addictive runner experience
Features
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Play the best monkey racing game in the world. Help him collect as many cherries as possible before time runs out. Tap left to make him slide left and tap right to slide right. Check out this fun and addictive FREE game!

About

Monkey Wave

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Ready for the ultimate battle? The monkeys are on the move and they’re after your precious bananas! In this heart-pounding clicker game, it’s your mission to defend your valuable stash from relentless waves of cunning, lightning-fast primates. Each monkey has unique abilities that keep the action intense, unpredictable, and wildly exciting. Step into a world of chaos and strategy with 3 unique game modes, ranging from survival to thrilling online battles. Challenge yourself across 4 beautifully crafted levels, each with its own style, obstacles, and dangers. Defeat 7 formidable monkey enemies, each with their own attack patterns, and face off against 3 epic bosses that will push your skills to the limit. Unleash 4 powerful special abilities to turn the tide when things get hectic, and collect unique skins for both your bananas and monkeys to show off your battlefield flair. Complete your experience with exclusive profile icons that let you express your identity as a true banana guardian. Play solo, team up in co-op, or take on real players in the intense online Versus Mode. Earn rewards through daily missions, and dive into weekly events that keep the challenges fresh and the action non-stop. Protect your bananas! Dominate the jungle! The battle has begun! Are you ready?

Screenshots

Monkey Freddy's Run2 screens
Monkey Wave4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Monkey Freddy's Run at none against Monkey Wave's 6. Monkey Freddy's Run also leads on iOS requirement (5.1.1 vs 15.0). Monkey Wave's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 12 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Monkey Wave sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Monkey Freddy's Run asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Monkey Freddy's Run ships an update every 12 months, Monkey Wave every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Monkey Freddy's Run versus Monkey Wave: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMonkey Freddy's RunMonkey Wave
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS5.1.1 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB196 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMakeover Mania Story GamesJohannes ten Hove

In-app purchases

None

Monkey Freddy's Run

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Monkey Wave

One-time6
  • Small Pack of Coins$1.99
  • Small Bamboo Pack$1.99
  • Medium Pack of Coins$2.99
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  • Medium Bamboo Pack$2.99
  • Huge Pack of Coins$4.99
  • Huge Bamboo Pack$4.99

Questions

Is Monkey Freddy's Run free?
Monkey Freddy's Run is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Monkey Wave free?
Monkey Wave is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Monkey Freddy's Run or Monkey Wave have ads?
Neither Monkey Freddy's Run nor Monkey Wave shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Monkey Freddy's Run or Monkey Wave?
Monkey Freddy's Run ships an update every 12 months, and Monkey Wave every 3 weeks. Most recently, Monkey Freddy's Run was updated on November 1, 2026 and Monkey Wave on October 25, 2026.

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