Comparison

Sonic Boom Dash vs Talking Tom Gold Run

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

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About

Sonic Boom Dash

Experience a thrilling 3D endless runner with iconic characters from the Sonic Boom TV series. Race through vibrant worlds, utilize unique character abilities, and overcome new obstacles. Collect magical sprites and compete on global leaderboards.

Highlights
  • Team Play mode with character swapping
  • Unique character special powers
  • New obstacles and Badniks
  • Swing & Tilt gameplay with Enerbeam
  • Collect and evolve magical Sprites
  • Daily SEGA Challenges and Events
  • Leveling system to unlock challenges
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The world’s fastest hedgehog returns in a high-octane sequel built for the next generation of mobile gaming. Sonic Boom Dash fuses the legendary speed of SEGA’s classic runners with the tactical depth of the hit Sonic Boom universe. This isn't just a race; it’s a fully immersive, multi-layered dash through 3D worlds that push your reflexes to the limit. Explore Immersive 3D Worlds Embark on a high-speed journey through breathtaking 3D landscapes and exhilarating new challenges. Whether you're navigating lush jungles or futuristic ruins, the gameplay is truly endless. Take control of your destiny by choosing the ultimate runner from the iconic Sonic the Hedgehog roster. Will you dash as the legendary Sonic, or master the track with Shadow, Tails, Amy, Knuckles, Vector, or the fearless newcomer, Sticks the Badger? Epic Graphics, Elite Precision Experience the "Boom" with stunning, console-quality graphics that bring every loop and jump to life. Race through meticulously designed courses filled with high-stakes hazards and intricate obstacles. It’s not just about running—it’s about precision. Dodge, jump, and weave your way through epic levels as you fight for the top of the leaderboard and claim your victory. Endless Action for Every Generation Built for fans of all ages, Sonic Boom offers a deep, rewarding gameplay experience that kids and adults alike can’t put down. The more you run, the more you achieve! Unlock an entire stable of classic characters and customize your experience by selecting the runner that fits your style. Sonic and his team are at the starting line—are you ready to join the race? GAME FEATURES -ICONIC ROSTER: Play as Sonic, Shadow, Tails, Amy, Knuckles, Vector, or the wild and unpredictable Sticks the Badger. -STUNNING 3D ENVIRONMENTS: Race through lush jungles and futuristic landscapes in the beautiful Sonic Boom world, featuring graphics optimized for high-speed thrills. -EVOLVE YOUR GAMEPLAY: Collect and evolve magical Sprites. These tiny companions provide instant boosts, reviving you from crashes or extending your dash power. -LIVE EVENTS & CHALLENGES: Don't just run for a high score—run for glory. Compete in Daily SEGA Challenges and special events to unlock exclusive rewards and rare prizes. Dash into the next generation of endless runners. The world of Sonic Boom is waiting—are you fast enough to handle it? - - - - - Privacy Policy: http://www.sega.com/mprivacy/ Terms of Use: https://games.sega.com/eula SEGA’s Sonic Boom Dash is ad-supported and in-app purchases are not required to progress. Ad-free play is available with an in-app purchase. Other than for users known to be under 13, this game may include "Interest Based Ads" (please see http://www.sega.com/mprivacy#3IBADiscolure for more information) and may collect "Precise Location Data" (please see http://www.sega.com/mprivacy#5LocationDataDisclosure for more information). © SEGA. All rights reserved. SEGA, the SEGA logo, SONIC THE HEDGEHOG, SONIC DASH and SONIC BOOM are registered trademarks or trademarks of SEGA Holdings Co., Ltd. or its affiliates.

About

Talking Tom Gold Run

Embark on an endless runner adventure with beloved cat characters, dodging obstacles and collecting gold across vibrant worlds. Unlock friends, customize their looks, and use power-ups to boost your score. Compete in races and boss battles for ultimate bragging rights.

Highlights
  • Endless running gameplay
  • Character collection and customization
  • Power-up usage
  • Boss battles
  • Competitive race mode
  • Home building and upgrades
Features
Currently charting
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Run, Dash & Catch Roy Rakoon in Talking Tom Gold Run! Join Talking Tom and friends on an endless runner adventure filled with thrilling chases, epic worlds, and nonstop fun. Help Talking Tom sprint, dodge obstacles, and recover the stolen gold across vibrant cities like Venice, Winter Wonderland, and China Dragon World! Unlock Friends & Customize Characters Play as Talking Angela, Ginger, Ben, Hank, and Becca, each with unique styles and exciting outfits. Collect gold and tokens to build and upgrade their dream homes and make each run your own! Boost Your Run with Epic Power-ups Use jetpacks, skateboards, magnets, and more to dash faster, jump higher, and score bigger. Compete against Roy Rakoon in exciting boss battles and special events packed with exclusive rewards! Unlock and Customize Characters Unlock your favorite friends, including Talking Angela, Ginger, Hank, Ben, and Becca. Collect gold and tokens to build and upgrade their dream homes and personalize their style with amazing outfits! Competitive Race Mode Challenge players to exciting races! Set new records, climb leaderboards, and prove you’re the fastest runner around. Ready, Set, RUN! Perfect for kids and families who love arcade running games! Experience endless excitement, nonstop action, and hours of fun with Talking Tom Gold Run, the ultimate cat runner game! From Outfit7, creators of My Talking Tom, My Talking Angela, My Talking Tom Friends and Talking Tom Hero Dash. This app is certified by PRIVO, an FTC Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) Safe Harbor. This app contains: - Promotion of Outfit7's products and advertising; - Links that direct customers to Outfit7’s websites and other apps; - Personalization of content to encourage users to play the app again; - The option to make in-app purchases; - Items to purchase (available in different prices) using virtual currency, depending on the player’s progress; and - Alternative options to access all functionalities of the app without making any in-app purchases using real money. Please note, we do not process all the data disclosed on the label for users under the age of digital consent. For more information, please check our Privacy Policy. Terms of use: https://talkingtomandfriends.com/eula/en/ Privacy policy for games: https://talkingtomandfriends.com/privacy-policy-games/en Customer support: support@outfit7.com

Screenshots

Sonic Boom Dash4 screens
Talking Tom Gold Run4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Talking Tom Gold Run at 561K against Sonic Boom Dash's 31K. Talking Tom Gold Run also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks) and chart position (#143 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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. Sonic Boom Dash sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Talking Tom Gold Run sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Sonic Boom Dash against 4.5 for Talking Tom Gold Run. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Talking Tom Gold Run has 561K ratings behind it against 31K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 73% of Sonic Boom Dash's written reviews are positive against 77% of Talking Tom Gold Run's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sonic Boom Dash ships an update every 6 weeks, Talking Tom Gold Run fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Sonic Boom Dash versus Talking Tom Gold Run: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSonic Boom DashTalking Tom Gold Run
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (31K ratings)4.5 (561K ratings) — better
Positive reviews73.4% of reviews76.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings31K561K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#143 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size350 MB479 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSEGAOutfit7 Limited

Customer experience

Sonic Boom Dash

All ratings31,470 ratings
Positive86.3%
Neutral5.3%
Negative8.4%
Written reviews708 reviews
Positive73.4%
Neutral11.3%
Negative15.3%

Talking Tom Gold Run

All ratings560,500 ratings
Positive88.4%
Neutral5.2%
Negative6.4%
Written reviews1,035 reviews
Positive76.9%
Neutral7.7%
Negative15.4%

User reviews

Sonic Boom Dash

From 31K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Amazing
  • 🚀 Awesome
  • 🚀 Best game ever
  • 🚀 Cool game
  • 🚀 Fun and challenging

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes more often than not
  • 🐛 Glitchy, with progress reset issues
  • 🐛 Laggy, especially in busy areas
  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly
  • 💰 Expensive characters and in-app purchases

Talking Tom Gold Run

From 561K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎉 Fun and addictive gameplay
  • 👍 Smooth animations and visuals
  • 🚀 Offline playability
  • 💎 Ability to unlock new characters and areas

Room to improve

  • 🔥 Too many ads and ad interruptions
  • 💰 Difficult to earn in-game currency (diamonds)
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
  • 🕰️ Long wait times to open vaults

Bugs and requests

Sonic Boom Dash

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Game crashes frequently
  • Progress gets reset unexpectedly
  • Freezing and connectivity issues
  • Glitches with the enerbeam and obstacles
  • Ads cause sound issues

Requested features

7 requests
  • Add more characters like Metal Sonic, Silver, Blaze, Espio, Charmy, etc.
  • Introduce boss battles and more varied levels
  • Reduce the cost of characters and make it easier to unlock them
  • Allow customization of characters and sprites
  • Add more events and challenges
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  • Improve the event system and make it less frustrating
  • Fix the sound issues and bugs

Talking Tom Gold Run

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Game crashing after watching ads
  • Inconsistent performance on certain devices
  • Rewards not registering properly after runs

Requested features

4 requests
  • More new levels and worlds to explore
  • Ability to trade or share characters with friends
  • Option to disable ads for a one-time fee
  • Faster progression and easier access to diamonds

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Sonic Boom Dash

One-time10
  • Quick Bundle$1.99
  • Boom Boost Discount$1.99
  • Extreme Offer$1.99
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  • Boom Boost$2.99
  • Taster Bundle$4.99
  • Apprentice Bundle$9.99
  • Expert Bundle$19.99
  • Master Bundle$49.99
  • Ultra Offer$49.99
  • Hero Bundle$99.99
10 purchases

Talking Tom Gold Run

One-time10
  • Batch of dynamite$1.99
  • Small diamond pack$2.49
  • Batch of dynamite$2.99
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  • Officer Tom$2.99
  • Pile of dynamite$4.99
  • Agent Angela$4.99
  • Box of dynamite$9.99
  • Box of dynamite$14.99
  • Crate of dynamite$29.99
  • Truck of dynamite$99.99

Questions

Is Sonic Boom Dash free?
Sonic Boom Dash is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Talking Tom Gold Run free?
Talking Tom Gold Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Sonic Boom Dash or Talking Tom Gold Run?
Talking Tom Gold Run is rated higher. Sonic Boom Dash averages 4.5 out of 5 from 31K ratings, while Talking Tom Gold Run averages 4.5 from 561K ratings.
Do Sonic Boom Dash or Talking Tom Gold Run have ads?
Both Sonic Boom Dash and Talking Tom Gold Run show ads.
Which is updated more often, Sonic Boom Dash or Talking Tom Gold Run?
Sonic Boom Dash ships an update every 6 weeks, and Talking Tom Gold Run fortnightly. Most recently, Sonic Boom Dash was updated on October 25, 2026 and Talking Tom Gold Run on October 25, 2026.

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