Comparison

BLUK vs Square On Top

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

Head to head
About

BLUK

Embark on a magical quest as a unique block to uncover the source of a mysterious darkness. Leap through physics-driven worlds, discover new abilities, and choose your destiny between story completion or endless challenges. Enjoy serene aesthetics and a skill-based platforming experience.

Highlights
  • Skill-based physics platformer
  • Discover new abilities with magical runes
  • One-touch gameplay with trajectory aiming
  • Choose between story mode or endless challenges
  • Minimalist aesthetics and ambient soundscape
  • Global leaderboards and achievements
Features
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As a block with unique abilities, you set off on a magical journey to uncover the origins of a mysterious darkness that is disrupting the harmony of the realms. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ** Editors Choice in more than 80 countries ** ** AppStore Best of September 2016 ** ** Best of 2016 ** ‘Big Indie Pitch’ Nominee at Pocket Gamer Connects 2016 ‘Upcoming Game of the Year’ Finalist at NGF Awards 2015 "Bluk is a great visual and audio package that will delight everyone." - 9/10 - AppAdvice "Stylishly tricky platformer" - 8/10 - Gamezebo "Bluk is a game designed with care and love" - Pocker Gamer "It requires precision, memory, strategy, and, most importantly, observation" - App Army "Angry Birds style gameplay with precision landing ... Terrifying!" - The SML Podcast –––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Tips: Start playing from unlocked worlds by swiping left on World Select screen. To complete the game, leap through all worlds in a single go SKILL BASED PHYSICS PLATFORMER Pure skill based gameplay as you learn to navigate through multiple physics-driven worlds CHOOSE YOUR OWN DESTINY You can either follow the abstract storyline & complete the game or carry on with the endless challenges. DISCOVER ABILITIES Collect Magical runes to learn new abilities to help you in your journey ONE TOUCH GAMEPLAY Touch and drag on the ​screen to form a trajectory. Release touch to jump SERENE SOUNDSCAPE & AESTHETICS Minimal & beautiful aesthetics with ambient soundscape LEADERBOARDS, ACHIEVEMENTS & HALL OF FAME Global leaderboards, Hall of Fame & over 45 game center achievements –––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Like and Follow facebook.com/blukOfficial twitter.com/blukOfficial

About

Square On Top

A challenging physics-based climbing game where precise jumps are crucial. Navigate through diverse environments with no checkpoints, relying solely on skill and strategy to reach the summit. Experience the thrill of overcoming difficult obstacles and competing on global leaderboards.

Highlights
  • Physics-based movement
  • Challenging climbs
  • No checkpoints
  • Global leaderboards
  • One-touch controls
  • Changing biomes
Features
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Square On Top is a physics-based rage climbing game where every jump could be your last. Drag back on the square, aim your angle, release and pray you land where you planned. Simple to learn. Almost impossible to master. No checkpoints. No safety nets. No mercy. Slip off a platform near the summit and you'll tumble all the way back to the start. It sounds brutal because it is, and that's exactly why every single jump matters. WHY PLAYERS CAN'T PUT IT DOWN: ▸ Real physics - the square has weight, momentum, and slides on surfaces. Plan where it lands AFTER impact, not just where you aim. ▸ Changing biomes - climb through mossy valleys, frozen peaks, and treacherous ice zones that get harder the higher you go. ▸ Zero pay-to-win - no boosts, no skips, no shortcuts. Leaderboard? Pure skill. ▸ Global leaderboards - see how your time stacks up against the best climbers in the world. ▸ One-touch slingshot controls - anyone can play in 5 seconds. Mastery takes weeks. Fans of Getting Over It, Jump King, and Only Up will feel right at home and right back at the bottom. Will you rage? Probably. Will you keep coming back? Definitely. How far can you climb before gravity wins?

Screenshots

BLUK4 screens
Square On Top4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: BLUK at none against Square On Top's shown. BLUK also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and review sentiment (79% vs 59%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. BLUK sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Square On Top sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BLUK holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 157 and 41 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of BLUK's written reviews are positive against 59% of Square On Top's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BLUK ships an update every 2 weeks, Square On Top every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and August 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
BLUK versus Square On Top: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBLUKSquare On Top
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (157 ratings) — better4.6 (41 ratings)
Positive reviews78.7% of reviews — better59.2% of reviews
Number of ratings157 — better41
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB118 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDeepak MadathilClaudiu-Marin Ardelean

Customer experience

BLUK

All ratings157 ratings
Positive95.5%
Neutral1.3%
Negative3.2%
Written reviews197 reviews
Positive78.7%
Neutral6.1%
Negative15.2%

Square On Top

All ratings41 ratings
Positive87.8%
Neutral7.3%
Negative4.9%
Written reviews49 reviews
Positive59.2%
Neutral8.2%
Negative32.7%

Bugs and requests

BLUK

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • iPhone X display not properly optimized
  • Sound not working for some users
  • Excessive white flash on death
  • Level progression unclear/confusing mechanics
  • App repeatedly prompts for reviews

Requested features

7 requests
  • Multiplayer or ranked mode
  • New levels and content updates
  • Power-ups and special abilities
  • Difficulty settings or easier starting levels
  • More positive reinforcement/feedback
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  • Leaderboard improvements
  • Explanation of hidden platforms/secrets

Square On Top

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

BLUK

One-time1
  • BLUK Premium$1.99
1 purchases

Square On Top

One-time1
  • coffee$3.99

Questions

Is BLUK free?
BLUK is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Square On Top free?
Square On Top is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, BLUK or Square On Top?
BLUK is rated higher. BLUK averages 4.8 out of 5 from 157 ratings, while Square On Top averages 4.6 from 41 ratings.
Do BLUK or Square On Top have ads?
Square On Top shows ads; BLUK does not.
Which is updated more often, BLUK or Square On Top?
BLUK ships an update every 2 weeks, and Square On Top every 3 months. Most recently, BLUK was updated on September 21, 2026 and Square On Top on August 28, 2026.

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