# EagerTots vs Shape Merge!

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Shape Merge! at 100% against EagerTots's 0%. Shape Merge! also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.4) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). EagerTots's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (8 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. EagerTots sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Shape Merge! sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Shape Merge! holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: EagerTots has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of EagerTots's written reviews are positive against 100% of Shape Merge!'s.

EagerTots ships an update every 2 months, Shape Merge! every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | EagerTots | Shape Merge! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.4 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eagertots/id1036119439/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shape-merge/id6761797852/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 51 MB | 205 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TurtleDiary LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1036119438) | [PlayDate Digital](https://appshunter.io/developer/652113715) |

## What reviewers say

### EagerTots

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eagertots/id1036119439)

This educational app for preschoolers offers interactive games and activities to teach reading, math, science, and art. It provides a safe, ad-free learning environment with regular content updates. Subscription options unlock unlimited access for multiple devices.

**Highlights:** Interactive educational games, Reading, math, science, art curriculum, Videos and flashcards, Safe, ad-free environment, Regular new content updates, Multi-device subscription options

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| parent subscription to EagerTot | $3.99 | per month |
| Enterprise subscription to EagerTot | $14.99 | per month |
| parent subscription to EagerTot | $29.99 | per year |
| Enterprise subscription to EagerTot | $49.99 | per year |
| Enterprise Eternal Membership | $9.99 | one-time |


### Shape Merge!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shape-merge/id6761797852)

A relaxing physics puzzle game where you drop shapes, merge matching ones to create larger forms, and aim for high scores. Enjoy satisfying chain reactions and strategic gameplay with no time limits.

**Highlights:** Merge matching shapes, Physics-based gameplay, Create combos and chain reactions, Earn coins and gems, Use powerful boosts, Daily rewards and bonuses, Relaxing gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Pack Gem | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack Gem | $2.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EagerTots free?

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

### Is Shape Merge! free?

Shape Merge! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, EagerTots or Shape Merge!?

Shape Merge! is rated higher. EagerTots averages 2.4 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Shape Merge! averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do EagerTots or Shape Merge! have ads?

Shape Merge! shows ads; EagerTots does not.

### Which is updated more often, EagerTots or Shape Merge!?

EagerTots ships an update every 2 months, and Shape Merge! every 3 weeks. Most recently, EagerTots was updated on October 12, 2026 and Shape Merge! on October 8, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*