# TanZen - Relaxing tangram puzzles

> Relaxing tangram puzzle game with over 550 challenges and a hint system. (iPhone/iPad app by Little White Bear Studios, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tanzen-relaxing-tangram-puzzles/id286331900 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Little White Bear Studios, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/286331903)
- Category: Games, Board, Puzzle
- Price: $0.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 204 App Store ratings · 404 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.1 · 34 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-02-12
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tanzen-relaxing-tangram-puzzles/id286331900/reviews.md

## What is TanZen?

*** If you're looking for an iPad version, please try TanZen HD.  It is designed specifically for the iPad. ***

Find your Zen, with the #1 top selling tangram game on the App Store!  Over 550 puzzles!

Choose a puzzle to solve, and try to fit all seven game pieces within the shaded puzzle area without overlapping.  TanZen will recognize when the puzzle is finished.  Pick up and play for two minutes, or two hours!

Features:
- 567 puzzles, with more to come via updates
- Game Center achievements
- Large, intuitive touch controls
- Solve puzzles in any order
- Hint system
- Optional advanced mode for expert puzzles
- Soothing background music by Atomicon

## Key features

- Over 567 tangram puzzles
- Intuitive touch controls
- Solve puzzles in any order
- Hint system
- Optional advanced mode
- Game Center achievements

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $0.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Hints | $0.99 | one-time |
| Smoke Skin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Marble Skin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cracked Skin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Wispy Skin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lattice Skin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lava Skin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Skin Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Skin Pack 2 | $0.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #57 in Top Paid · Board (US App Store)
- #146 in Top Paid · Puzzle (US App Store)

## What do users think of TanZen?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🌊 Relaxing and calming
- 🧠 Mentally stimulating
- 👍 Simple and intuitive controls
- 🕰️ Great time-killer
- 🎨 Visually appealing
- 🎶 Soothing background music

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional freezing or crashing issues
- 🔄 Rotation controls can be tricky
- 🔍 Lack of more challenging puzzles
- 🎨 Monotonous color scheme
- 🔒 Inability to save custom puzzle arrangements

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes on some devices
- Puzzle pieces not always registering correct placement
- Occasional issues with iCloud sync

**Most requested features**

- Add more puzzle levels and difficulty options
- Implement a 'snap-to-grid' feature for easier piece placement
- Allow users to customize the color scheme
- Introduce a 'time challenge' mode with a timer
- Enable saving and sharing of completed puzzle arrangements

## Recent user reviews (10 of 404)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tanzen-relaxing-tangram-puzzles/id286331900/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Hours and hours of fun.

*2026-05-29, version 1.8*

Great puzzles that are calming to solve, and lots of them!

### 5/5 — Peaceful

*2026-02-20, version 1.8*

This is a wonderfully peaceful game that has had zero issues since the beginning!

### 5/5 — Down time

*2025-10-31, version 1.8*

I purchased this app several years ago and still enjoy it. I like is relaxing music and it’s  simplicity. It’s a great app for a timeless puzzle game.

### 5/5 — Great game

*2024-11-14, version 1.8*

Good interface and just like the physical tangrams! Love it!

### 5/5 — Zen Mind

*2023-07-14, version 1.8*

It’s a great game to find your center. The soothing music and chimes allow my mind to forget stress.

### 5/5 — Love it!!!

*2023-03-24, version 1.8*

One of the best apps there is! I play it ALL THE TIME and never tire of it.

### 5/5 — 8年経つけど

*2021-11-04, version 1.8*

面白い

### 5/5 — Just like the real tiles

*2020-06-28, version 1.8*

I have two sets of these tiles and I still love playing this on my phone during commercials.   It’s quick and there are a lot of puzzles to solve

### 5/5 — Fun and entertaining

*2020-05-23, version 1.8*

Definitely worth downloading

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2020-02-18, version 1.8*

I bought this app today and it does not work. It stays frozen on login page no matter what you try to do. Buyer beware!

## Frequently asked questions about TanZen

### What is TanZen?

TanZen is a top-selling tangram puzzle game available on the App Store. It offers over 550 unique puzzles where players must fit seven geometric pieces into a shaded area without overlapping. The game is designed for both short, casual play sessions and longer, more immersive experiences.

### What are the key features of TanZen?

Key features include a vast library of 567 puzzles with more planned, intuitive touch controls, the ability to solve puzzles in any order, a helpful hint system, and an optional advanced mode for more challenging puzzles. It also includes Game Center achievements and soothing background music.

### How much does TanZen cost?

The base game is free to download and play. While the description doesn't explicitly detail in-app purchases, the monetization model indicates that there are optional purchases available within the app, likely for additional puzzle packs or features.

### What devices is TanZen compatible with?

The app is designed for mobile devices. A separate version, TanZen HD, is specifically recommended for iPad users, suggesting the primary app is optimized for smaller screens like iPhones.

### What are some common use cases for TanZen?

This app is ideal for anyone looking to unwind and de-stress with a mentally engaging activity. It's perfect for passing the time during commutes, breaks, or whenever you need a moment of calm focus. The progressive difficulty and hint system make it accessible for both beginners and experienced puzzle solvers.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.8 — 2019-02-12

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

- Compatibility fixes for newer devices.

Thanks to all our old and new players for playing TanZen! So we can continue to properly support the game in the future, please take a moment to update your rating/review for the game, as they reset with each update. Thanks!

### 1.7.9 — 2015-10-15

- Compatibility fixes for the iPhone 6s.

Thanks for all the great reviews!  As the ratings reset with this update, please take a moment to update your rating/review.  Thank you!

### 1.7.8 — 2014-09-26

- Compatibility fixes

Thank you so much for all the kind reviews.  As this update will reset the ratings/review count, please take a moment to update your review/rating.  Thanks!

### 1.7.7 — 2013-05-23

- New FREE mosaic piece skin!
- Compatibility fixes.

Thank you so much for all the kind reviews.  As the update will reset the ratings/review count, please take a moment to update your review.  Thanks!

### 1.7.6 — 2012-10-02

- Widescreen graphics support for iPhone 5!
- Optional piece skins are now available in low priced Skin Packs!

Please press the black button in the lower right corner of any puzzle screen to access the game options, as well as other valuable features.

Thank you so much for all the great reviews!  As each update resets the ratings count, please take a moment to update your rating/review for the current version.  Great ratings and reviews help us to be able to create new updates with new content.  Thank you!

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## More apps by Little White Bear Studios, LLC

- [TanZen Free - Relaxing tangram puzzles](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tanzen-free-relaxing-tangram-puzzles/id287657517)
- [Zentomino Free - Relaxing alternative to tangram puzzles](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zentomino-free-relaxing-alternative-to-tangram-puzzles/id306937067)
- [TanZen HD](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tanzen-hd/id363300963)
- [TanZen HD Free - Relaxing tangram puzzles](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tanzen-hd-free-relaxing-tangram-puzzles/id369014729)
- [TriZen - Relaxing tangram style puzzles](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trizen-relaxing-tangram-style-puzzles/id420944699)

All apps by Little White Bear Studios, LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/286331903

## Related topics

[tangram puzzles](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/tangram-puzzles)

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