# The Grid Platformer vs Roper

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Roper at none against The Grid Platformer's 1. Roper also leads on ratings volume (50 vs 5) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.6). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. The Grid Platformer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Roper asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for The Grid Platformer against 4.9 for Roper. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Roper has 50 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of The Grid Platformer's written reviews are positive against 95% of Roper's.

## The numbers

| Metric | The Grid Platformer | Roper |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-grid-platformer/id962424252/reviews) | **[4.9 (50 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roper-one-button-platformer/id6673895752/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **50** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 94.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 18 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Brandon Stecklein](https://appshunter.io/developer/498894252) | [Fancade](https://appshunter.io/developer/1770270328) |

## What reviewers say

### The Grid Platformer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-grid-platformer/id962424252)

Embark on a retro-style 2D side-scrolling adventure as a transformed automotronic man. Run, jump, and smash through 12 action-packed levels to escape a strange digital world. Experience fast-paced gameplay with amazing retro graphics.

**Highlights:** 2D side-scrolling adventure, Retro graphics, 12 action-packed levels, Run, jump, and smash mechanics, Fast-paced gameplay

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Advertising Removal | $1.99 | one-time |


### Roper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roper-one-button-platformer/id6673895752)

Control your character with a single button to jump, swing, and navigate through 100 challenging levels. Collect coins and master the mechanics in this minimalist platformer. Enjoy a smooth gaming experience with a tiny install size and offline play.

**Highlights:** Single-button controls, 100 challenging levels, Coin collection, Jump and swing mechanics, Tiny install size, Offline play, Fast performance

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🚀 Simple but engaging
- 🎨 Great graphics
- 💰 No ads or in-app purchases

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Needs more levels/content
- 🎮 Rope mechanic can be frustrating

**Reported bugs**

- Difficulty with long jumps
- Occasional performance issues

**Requested features**

- More levels and chapters
- Additional mechanics and challenges
- Customization options for characters


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The Grid Platformer free?

The Grid Platformer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Roper free?

Roper is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, The Grid Platformer or Roper?

Roper is rated higher. The Grid Platformer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Roper averages 4.9 from 50 ratings.

### Do The Grid Platformer or Roper have ads?

Both The Grid Platformer and Roper show ads.

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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.*