# Dynamix vs Arcaea

The clearest difference is rating: Arcaea at 4.8 against Dynamix's 4.3. Arcaea also leads on ratings volume (25K vs 276) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dynamix sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and Arcaea sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Arcaea holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Arcaea has 25K ratings behind it against 276, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Dynamix's written reviews are positive against 78% of Arcaea's.

Dynamix ships an update every 6 weeks, Arcaea every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dynamix | Arcaea |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (276 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dynamix/id945955095/reviews) | **[4.8 (25K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcaea/id1205999125/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 276 | **25K** |
| Positive reviews | 67.8% of reviews | **78.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #110 | **#87** |
| Size | 1.7 GB | 1.2 GB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 12.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [C4Cat Entertainment Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/945955094) | [lowiro](https://appshunter.io/developer/1381393762) |

## What reviewers say

### Dynamix

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dynamix/id945955095)

**Currently charting:** #110 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Experience a unique rhythm game with a triple-dropping track design that lets you feel like you're composing the music as you play. This hardcore mobile music game offers a dynamic and engaging gameplay experience with a collection of original songs.

**Highlights:** Triple-dropping track design, Rhythmical and varying play style, Feel like composing music, Hong Kong original songs, Hardcore mobile music game

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Bits | $1.99 | one-time |
| Package Rising | $3.99 | one-time |
| 300 Bits | $3.99 | one-time |
| Package Evas | $3.99 | one-time |
| Package Four Horsemen | $3.99 | one-time |
| Package Horoscope | $3.99 | one-time |
| Package Piano | $3.99 | one-time |
| Package ArcStar Collection #2 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Package Z.H.D. Collaboration | $3.99 | one-time |
| 600 Bits | $7.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Bits | $11.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Visually appealing designs
- 🎶 Great music selection
- 💯 Challenging difficulties
- 👍 Beginner-friendly

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and sync issues
- 💰 Paywall for full game access
- 🙄 Intrusive ads
- 🤖 Unresponsive controls
- 🤔 Confusing menus and navigation

**Reported bugs**

- Game data loss after updates
- Compatibility issues with newer devices
- Persistent crashing on certain songs

**Requested features**

- Custom song creation
- Player vs player mode
- Adjustable timing windows
- More free song content


### Arcaea

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcaea/id1205999125)

**Currently charting:** #87 Top Grossing · Music, #88 Top Free · Music (US App Store)

Experience a unique rhythm game that blends challenging gameplay with an immersive story. Progress through a narrative driven by your performance, unlock new difficulties, and compete with others online. Enjoy a vast library of music, with more available through content packs.

**Highlights:** Novel gameplay mechanics, Immersive sound and story, High difficulty ceiling, Over 350 songs, 3 rhythm difficulty levels per song, Real-time online multiplayer, Rich Main Story and Side Stories

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Memories | $0.99 | one-time |
| 510 Memories | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1020 Memories | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Unique gameplay mechanics
- 🎨 Beautiful visuals and art
- 🎶 Excellent music selection
- 👍 Smooth and responsive controls
- 💯 Challenging yet rewarding difficulty

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Excessive paywall for content
- 🔁 Repetitive grind in World Mode
- 🐛 Occasional note registration issues
- 🔊 Audio desync when multitasking
- 🤖 Lack of practice mode or tutorial

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues and account sync problems
- Compatibility problems on certain devices
- Crashes and freezes during gameplay

**Requested features**

- Multiplayer mode to compete with friends
- Ability to earn premium currency through gameplay
- More free song options to explore the game
- Customizable note speed and offset settings
- Improved story mode and character development


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dynamix free?

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

### Is Arcaea free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Dynamix or Arcaea?

Arcaea is rated higher. Dynamix averages 4.3 out of 5 from 276 ratings, while Arcaea averages 4.8 from 25K ratings.

### Do Dynamix or Arcaea have ads?

Neither Dynamix nor Arcaea shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Dynamix or Arcaea?

Dynamix ships an update every 6 weeks, and Arcaea every 8 days. Most recently, Dynamix was updated on September 22, 2026 and Arcaea on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Dynamix or Arcaea?

Dynamix currently peaks at #110 in the App Store charts, and Arcaea at #87. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*