# HexFiller vs minimize

The clearest difference is price: HexFiller at Free against minimize's $2.99. HexFiller also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and review sentiment (83% vs 74%). minimize's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 17 months) and ratings volume (194 vs 4). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

HexFiller is free to download; minimize costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

HexFiller holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: minimize has 194 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of HexFiller's written reviews are positive against 74% of minimize's.

HexFiller ships an update every 17 months, minimize every 3 months. Both last shipped on November 2, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | HexFiller | minimize |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hexfiller/id1071621546/reviews)** | [4.7 (194 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minimize/id1078677054/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **194** |
| Positive reviews | **83.3% of reviews** | 73.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 17 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Size | 14 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Gold Creek Enterprises Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/434473031) | [BorderLeap](https://appshunter.io/developer/546937507) |

## What reviewers say

### HexFiller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hexfiller/id1071621546)

A strategy game where you capture hexagons to outmaneuver an opponent. It features simple controls and a clean interface, perfect for quick play sessions. The game helps develop pattern recognition and strategic thinking.

**Highlights:** Hexagon capture gameplay, Strategic blocking mechanics, Pattern recognition challenges, Quick game sessions, Player statistics tracking, In-game hints and instructions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### minimize

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minimize/id1078677054)

Engage in a visually appealing puzzle game focused on simplification and strategic thinking. Swipe to alter gravity and clear each level by removing all blocks. Enjoy a peaceful experience with a captivating soundtrack.

**Highlights:** Gravity manipulation puzzles, 140 handcrafted levels, Minimalist isometric design, Progressive level difficulty, Peaceful soundtrack, Leaderboards and achievements, iCloud progress sync

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🧘 Relaxing and meditative gameplay
- 🧠 Thought-provoking and challenging puzzles
- 🎨 Nice design and concept
- 🎶 Calming and pleasant music
- ✨ Simple yet addictive gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🌈 Colorblindness issues make it unplayable
- 📈 Difficulty ramps up inconsistently
- ⏳ Levels can become trivial after finding 'the trick'
- 🔚 Game ends abruptly with no fanfare
- 💰 Steep price for limited content

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot get past 'headphone recommended' screen
- App won't open on certain iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Add new levels
- Option for higher color contrast
- Colorblind mode or alternative tile colors/symbols
- Hints or a way to skip levels
- Add more content or levels


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HexFiller free?

HexFiller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is minimize free?

minimize costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, HexFiller or minimize?

HexFiller is rated higher. HexFiller averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while minimize averages 4.7 from 194 ratings.

### Do HexFiller or minimize have ads?

Neither HexFiller nor minimize shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, HexFiller or minimize?

HexFiller ships an update every 17 months, and minimize every 3 months. Most recently, HexFiller was updated on November 2, 2026 and minimize on November 2, 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.*