# Mars Tycoon vs Double Bricks

The clearest difference is price: Mars Tycoon at Free against Double Bricks's $1.99. Mars Tycoon also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.6). On in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Mars Tycoon is free to download; Double Bricks costs $1.99 up front. Mars Tycoon sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Double Bricks sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mars Tycoon | Double Bricks |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $1.99 |
| Rating | **[3.8 (159 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mars-tycoon/id1006391962/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **159** | — |
| Positive reviews | 55.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 23 MB | 640 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tim Webster](https://appshunter.io/developer/945837393) | [Stephan Sander](https://appshunter.io/developer/1078723785) |

## What reviewers say

### Mars Tycoon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mars-tycoon/id1006391962)

Build and manage the first human colony on Mars. Survive hostile conditions by finding water and power, synthesizing air, and growing your settlement. Exploit Martian resources and expand your industry to ensure the survival of your astronauts.

**Highlights:** Build first human colony on Mars, Synthesize elements for survival, Grow colony with new visitors, Expand industry and exploit resources, Manage astronaut survival

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Building Materials 2000 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Building Materials 4000 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Building Materials 20000 | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🧠 Challenging strategic gameplay requiring careful planning
- 🎮 Unique concept with no direct competitors in app store
- 🎨 Retro pixelated art style appeals to players
- 🎯 Addictive gameplay loop once mechanics are understood
- ⚙️ Complex resource management and optimization

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Astronauts frequently get stuck in buildings or clusters
- 🐛 Poor pathfinding AI causes colonist deaths
- ⏱️ Extremely long wait times for MAV resupply missions
- 🎮 Steep learning curve with unclear mechanics
- 📦 Limited map space restricts late-game expansion

**Reported bugs**

- Astronauts get stuck in buildings and cannot exit
- Astronauts cluster together and block each other's movement
- Game data resets when app is refreshed or closed
- Game crashes unexpectedly, especially during building
- Pipe connections randomly disconnect

**Requested features**

- Expandable map or multiple planets to explore
- Creative/sandbox mode for experimentation
- Natural disasters like dust storms or volcanic activity
- Ability to visit other planets with varying difficulty
- More building variety and complexity


### Double Bricks

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/double-bricks/id1472779418)

Challenge your memory to find matching pairs of LEGO® brick creations and car-themed cards. Play solo or with a friend, with multiple decks to choose from.

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full game | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mars Tycoon free?

Mars Tycoon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Double Bricks free?

Double Bricks costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Do Mars Tycoon or Double Bricks have ads?

Double Bricks shows ads; Mars Tycoon does not.

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