Sonic Boom Dash vs Talking Tom Time Rush
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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.
Talking Tom Time Rush
Embark on an epic chase through magical worlds with beloved characters. Jump, explore unique paths, and recover stolen crystals from mischievous villains. Utilize special vehicles and power-ups to boost your adventure.
- Run through extraordinary worlds
- Explore side paths and surprises
- Use special vehicles
- Boost with supersonic power-ups
- Collect new outfits
- All friends unlocked
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Run fast through the Magic Gate! Tom, Angela, Hank, Ben, Ginger and Becca dash into an awesome adventure together! Talking Tom Time Rush is the all-new runner game! Tom and friends have found a Magic Gate but the Rakoonz crash the fun. They steal the Crystals and escape into a fantastic world! Players join Tom and friends as they jump into wonderful worlds, explore unique side paths and discover special surprises together. It’s an epic chase after those rascal Rakoonz to recover the Crystals! - All of the friends are unlocked from the beginning - Run through extraordinary worlds - Find cross-roads, side paths and surprises - Try out special vehicles - Boost your run with supersonic power-ups - Collect cool new outfits Players who enjoy Talking Tom runner games such as Hero Dash and Gold Run will love Time Rush. By Outfit7, creators of My Talking Tom, My Talking Angela 2 and My Talking Tom Friends. 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; - YouTube integration to allow users to watch videos of Outfit7's animated characters; - 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/ EEA privacy policy: https://talkingtomandfriends.com/eea/en/ US privacy policy: https://talkingtomandfriends.com/privacy/en/ Brazil privacy policy: https://talkingtomandfriends.com/privacy-brazil/en/ Rest of the world privacy policy: https://talkingtomandfriends.com/privacy/en/ Customer support: support@outfit7.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Talking Tom Time Rush at 12.0 against Sonic Boom Dash's 14.0. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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
Both are free to download. Sonic Boom Dash sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Talking Tom Time Rush sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Sonic Boom Dash against 4.4 for Talking Tom Time Rush. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 31K and 16K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 73% of Sonic Boom Dash's written reviews are positive against 76% of Talking Tom Time Rush's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.
| Parameter | Sonic Boom Dash | Talking Tom Time Rush |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (31K ratings) — better | 4.4 (16K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 73.3% of reviews | 76.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 31K — better | 16K |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 324 MB | 304 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SEGA | Outfit7 Limited |
Customer experience
Sonic Boom Dash
Talking Tom Time Rush
User reviews
Sonic Boom Dash
From 31K App Store ratingsWhat 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 Time Rush
From 16K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 👍 Variety of characters and worlds
- 💎 Rewarding progression system
- 🎨 Impressive graphics and animations
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional glitches and crashes
- 🔍 Limited number of worlds/levels
- 💰 Excessive in-app purchases and ads
- 🕹️ Sensitive controls and movement
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 Time Rush
Reported bugs
3 issues- Ramps causing unexpected collisions
- Spinning wheel getting stuck on the same spot
- Inability to connect to Game Center
Requested features
4 requests- More worlds and levels to explore
- Ability to choose character gender
- Improved controls and movement options
- Reduced in-app purchases and ads
In-app purchases
Sonic Boom Dash
- 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
Talking Tom Time Rush
- Dino Egg Pack$4.99
- Pirate’s Chest Pack$19.99
- Super Traveler Pack$49.99
Questions
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