Spectral vs Prism
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Spectral
An atmospheric logic puzzle game where players manipulate light, color, and reflections to solve challenges. It features over 80 free levels with an option to unlock more to support the developer. Enjoy a relaxing experience with custom sound design and stunning visuals.
- Light and color reflection mechanics
- Over 80 free levels
- Unlockable additional levels
- Relaxing ambient atmosphere
- Custom sound design
- Level-based progression
- GameCenter Achievements
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Spectral is a beautifully designed atmospheric game of logic and problem solving! Can you solve each puzzle in the fewest moves possible? Reflect, pass through filters & combine colors to make the right color to exit! Highlights: • Simple swipe to move control system. • No ads! :D No recurring In-App Purchases - I know how annoying they are! • Unique gameplay mechanics using rules of light. • Over 80 levels of carefully crafted brain-twisting puzzles for absolutely free! • Over 200 levels if you support me as an indie developer :) (If you do support me, 200 levels will be shared across all your devices!) • Stunning & unique level menu design never before seen. -> Choose your own path & explore the network! • Levels get more and more complex the further from the center you go. • Reveal a quote after completing each level! • Beautiful particle effects & satisfying animations. • Relaxing ambient atmosphere with custom sound design (Best with headphones) • HD & Retina support. • GameCenter Achievements. • In-Game stats. • Improve problem solving and lateral thinking skills. ------------------------ Find your way. I'm always listening to your suggestions to improve Spectral. Contact me if you have any issues. (I can't reply to comments here!) spectralApp@gmail.com or twitter: @mxplmr thanks! :)
Prism
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Drag mirrors onto the board and guide the laser to the heart. Prism is a calm light puzzle on a small floating island. Every level gives you a light source, a heart and a tray of mirrors. Drop a mirror on a tile and the beam turns. Find the path that reaches the heart. 60 LEVELS, 4 WORLDS • Mirror: learn how the light turns • Wall: work around walls and fixed mirrors • Hearts: light two hearts with one beam • Maze: three hearts hidden among walls NO STARS, NO TIMER Light the hearts and move on. Use as many mirrors as you like. DAILY PUZZLE A new puzzle every day, the same for every player. See where you rank today and this week, and keep your streak going. DAY, WINTER OR NIGHT Choose the look you like best in Settings. Stuck? Watch a short ad and one mirror is placed for you. No account needed. Levels work offline; the daily ranking needs an internet connection. Privacy: https://prism.dumpyapps.com/privacy.html Contact: mernmania@gmail.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Prism at none against Spectral's 2. Spectral's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). On price and device support 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. Spectral sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Prism asks for nothing beyond the download.
Spectral ships an update weekly, Prism fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Spectral | Prism |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (13 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 13 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 7.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 23 MB | 81 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Max Palmer | Emre Harman |
In-app purchases
Spectral
- Secondary Colors Level Pack of 60$0.99
- Primary Colors Level Pack of 60$0.99
Prism
No in-app purchases
