# HexFiller vs Retrowave

The clearest difference is review sentiment: HexFiller at 83% against Retrowave's 25%. HexFiller also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.9) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Retrowave's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 14.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Retrowave sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. HexFiller asks for nothing beyond the download.

HexFiller holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 11 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of HexFiller's written reviews are positive against 25% of Retrowave's.

## The numbers

| Metric | HexFiller | Retrowave |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hexfiller/id1071621546/reviews)** | [3.9 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retrowave/id1382755342/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **11** |
| Positive reviews | **83.3% of reviews** | 25.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 17 months | — |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 14 MB | 72 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Gold Creek Enterprises Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/434473031) | [GammaLateral LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/685178329) |

## 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


### Retrowave

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retrowave/id1382755342)

Experience a retro music rhythm game where you tap to the beat. The challenge increases with the number of fingers required to match the incoming notes. Immerse yourself in the retro aesthetic and feel the rhythm.

**Highlights:** Retro music rhythm gameplay, Finger-tapping note matching, Increasing difficulty, Retro aesthetic

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HexFiller free?

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

### Is Retrowave free?

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

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

HexFiller is rated higher. HexFiller averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Retrowave averages 3.9 from 11 ratings.

### Do HexFiller or Retrowave have ads?

Neither HexFiller nor Retrowave shows ads.

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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.*