Subway Surfers review
Dash along train tracks in the classic endless runner
- SYBO Games
- Free + paid plans
- iPhone & iPad, Android
4.6 from 3.9M App Store ratings 1B+ Google Play downloads #52 in Games on the US App Store
Does it deserve #5?
Is Subway Surfers worth it?
It depends on what you need. Subway Surfers scores 7.9/10 and ranks #5 in Casual & Party Games. It's best for commuters and kids who want a quick one-thumb game for short breaks. Skip it if you want a game that builds to more than a high score. Price: Free with ads; in-app purchases from $0.99 to $4.99 in the App Store.
The verdict
Subway Surfers is the endless runner almost everyone has tried, and it still holds up. You swipe to dodge trains, jump barriers and grab coins while the inspector and his dog chase you down the tracks. A new World Tour city arrives every few weeks, with characters and boards to unlock. It's free with ads and plenty of offers, and the privacy label allows tracking across many data types.
- Swipe-to-dodge endless running
- World Tour seasons in new cities
- Characters and hoverboards to unlock
- Seasonal challenges and events
- Season Hunt rewards
Score breakdown
Overall = features 30% · design 20% · speed 20% · value 15% · privacy 15%. Why these weights?
What's new
- Oct 2026Transylvania season with Count Corvin, Xoloko and Trick or Treat challenges
- Oct 2026Halloween and Dia de los Muertos rewards, plus new Reverse Challenges
- Sep 2026Buenos Aires season with a bbno$ collaboration and the Mega Character Santi Grafito
Privacy 6.2/10
App Store label: purchases, coarse location, gameplay, identifiers, usage and diagnostics may be used to track you. The data collected is listed as not linked to you.
What we like
- Instant to pick up with one thumb
- Bright, smooth visuals
- Regular new seasons and characters
What could be better
- Ads and frequent offers
- Label allows tracking across many data types
Commuters and kids who want a quick one-thumb game for short breaks
you want a game that builds to more than a high score
Questions about Subway Surfers
Is Subway Surfers worth it in 2026?
It depends on what you need. Subway Surfers scores 7.9/10 and ranks #5 in Casual & Party Games. It's best for commuters and kids who want a quick one-thumb game for short breaks. Skip it if you want a game that builds to more than a high score. Price: Free with ads; in-app purchases from $0.99 to $4.99 in the App Store.
Is Subway Surfers free?
Yes. It's free with ads, and optional in-app purchases in the App Store range from $0.99 to $4.99.
Is Subway Surfers OK for kids?
It's rated 9+ on the App Store for infrequent cartoon violence and Everyone 10+ on Google Play. It does show ads.
What are the best alternatives to Subway Surfers?
The closest alternatives are Stumble Guys, Among Us and Terraria. See all of them ranked on our Subway Surfers alternatives page.
Where does Subway Surfers rank?
Subway Surfers ranks #5 of 8 in our Casual & Party Games ranking, with an overall score of 7.9 out of 10.