Picto vs Joy Square
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Picto
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Find the code defined by the computer by positioning the various graphic symbols in the good order in a trial minimum. A code consists of 4 symbols placed in a precise order. Move pawns with your finger to deposit them in the good column or click simply above for a faster use. Exchange the symbols of 2 columns by making them slide the one on the other one. You can modify the maximum number of authorized tries to find the code. Choose the type of symbols that you prefer among cough those proposed. A simplified version of the game is available on your Apple Watch, to be able to play in any discretion. In the interface of Apple Watch, click on 4 compartments at the top of the screen to select the symbol to be placed. Clic with big pressure to access the options. Good entertainment!
Joy Square
A puzzle game designed to enhance your attention span by challenging you to locate and track a solid square against the clock. Compete globally for high scores and enjoy a fun, engaging experience. A premium version offers additional content and features.
- Attention improvement
- Locate and track solid squares
- Timed gameplay for maximum points
- Global leaderboard competition
- Playable on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch
- Complete level packs (Premium)
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This puzzle game will help you to increase you attention. Locate the solid square and track it on the game field while timer is running to get maximum points. Become the leader in global competition and simply have fun! Please, support us by purchasing the Premium Version. For small amount of money you get * Complete level pack * Attention improvement * Leaderboard access Play on iPhone, iPad or Apple Watch.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Joy Square at none against Picto's shown. Joy Square also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 41 months). Picto's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 14.4). On price, in-app purchases 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. Picto sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Joy Square sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Picto ships an update every 41 months, Joy Square every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Picto | Joy Square |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.9 (7 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 7 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 41 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 14.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Veryphone | Alexander Fedoseev |
In-app purchases
Picto
- version without Ads$0.99
Joy Square
- Premium Access$0.99
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