Comparison

iDots and Boxes vs Dots and Boxes (Dot Game)

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

iDots and Boxes

Relive the classic paper-and-pencil game of connecting dots to form boxes. Enjoy a simple, two-player experience perfect for family fun. Future updates promise Game Center integration and enhanced graphics.

Highlights
  • Classic paper-and-pencil game adaptation
  • Two-player mode
  • Simple gameplay
  • Future Game Center support
  • Upcoming improved graphics
Features
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The classic game you used to play on paper. I built this game because my kids and I love playing this game together. It is a basic version right now. It supports 2 player mode only. Game Center and new and improved graphics coming soon.

About

Dots and Boxes (Dot Game)

Connect dots to draw lines and strategically close squares to claim territory. Compete against AI or friends in this classic strategy game with multiple modes and colorful themes. Perfect for brain training and casual fun for all ages.

Highlights
  • Connect dots to draw lines
  • Close squares to claim territory
  • Single-player and multiplayer modes
  • Multiple difficulty levels
  • Squares and triangles modes
  • Colorful themes
Features
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Your goal is to connect the dots and close the squares! The classic: Dots and Boxes, also known as: Dot Game, Squares, Pigs in a Pen, Paddocks and Line Game Dots & Boxes is a simple and fun game. If you enjoy Checkers, Dominoes, Chess, Backgammon, and brainy challenges, you'll adore Dots and Boxes. Play solo or Multiplayer with your friends. This game tailors challenges to your skills with several different difficulty levels. Tap dots to draw lines and seal squares. Win by claiming more squares (or triangles) before lines run out. Dots and Boxes Key features: • Several different maps • Squares & Triangles mode • Multiplayer • Local 2-player mode • Colorful themes for endless fun • Easy to learn, tough to master • Fun for all ages • Awesome brain training

Screenshots

iDots and Boxes1 screens
Dots and Boxes (Dot Game)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: iDots and Boxes at 5.0 against Dots and Boxes (Dot Game)'s 2.0. iDots and Boxes also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Dots and Boxes (Dot Game) sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. iDots and Boxes asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iDots and Boxes holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
iDots and Boxes versus Dots and Boxes (Dot Game): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriDots and BoxesDots and Boxes (Dot Game)
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better2.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews—66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings12 — better
Update frequency—Every 17 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS8.4 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB68 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKCC Tech Pty LtdRoghan Games

Customer experience

iDots and Boxes

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Dots and Boxes (Dot Game)

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

iDots and Boxes

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Dots and Boxes (Dot Game)

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99

Questions

Is iDots and Boxes free?
iDots and Boxes is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Dots and Boxes (Dot Game) free?
Dots and Boxes (Dot Game) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iDots and Boxes or Dots and Boxes (Dot Game)?
iDots and Boxes is rated higher. iDots and Boxes averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Dots and Boxes (Dot Game) averages 2.0 from 2 ratings.
Do iDots and Boxes or Dots and Boxes (Dot Game) have ads?
Dots and Boxes (Dot Game) shows ads; iDots and Boxes does not.

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