# Stack vs Light

The clearest difference is monetization model: Stack at free with in-app purchases against Light's subscription. Stack also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 6 weeks) and chart position (#129 vs unranked). Light's advantage is review sentiment (75% vs 53%) and rating (4.7 vs 4.4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stack sells 15 one-off in-app purchases and Light sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Light holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 59K and 194K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 53% of Stack's written reviews are positive against 75% of Light's.

Stack ships an update every 10 days, Light every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stack | Light |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (59K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stack/id1080487957/reviews) | **[4.7 (194K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-it-up/id1438413584/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 59K | **194K** |
| Positive reviews | 52.9% of reviews | **75.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#129** | — |
| Size | 282 MB | 185 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Ketchapp](https://appshunter.io/developer/528065807) | [Crazy Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/721307559) |

## What reviewers say

### Stack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stack/id1080487957)

**Currently charting:** #129 Top Free · Action (US App Store)

Test your reflexes in this addictive block-stacking game. Aim for the highest tower possible with simple, beautiful graphics. Compete globally for the top score.

**Highlights:** Block stacking gameplay, High score competition, Beautiful graphics, Global leaderboards

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gem Pack Small | $0.99 | one-time |
| 10 Extra Lives | $0.99 | one-time |
| 200 Gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| 500 Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack Medium | $2.99 | one-time |
| 30 Extra Lives | $2.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Gems | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Extra Offline Earnings | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack Grand | $4.99 | one-time |
| 50 Extra Lives | $4.99 | one-time |
| VIP Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack Mega | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack Ultra | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun and addictive
- 🎨 Aesthetically pleasing graphics
- 🧘‍♀️ Relaxing and calming
- 💪 Challenging gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Too many ads
- 🐛 Frequent glitches and lags
- 🔄 Repetitive gameplay

**Reported bugs**

- Blocks disappearing or glitching
- Game freezing or crashing
- Inconsistent performance on newer devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to choose color schemes
- More variety in block designs
- Improved high score tracking
- Reduced ad frequency


### Light

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-it-up/id1438413584)

Guide a stickman through a neon world, jumping and flipping between shapes to make them glow. Navigate increasingly complex levels with moving obstacles and avoid hazards to achieve a high score. Unlock new challenges and benefits through a weekly subscription.

**Highlights:** Jump, flip, and slide between neon shapes, Make shapes glow, Collect stars to raise score, Navigate moving, rotating, and exploding shapes, Avoid lethal spikes, Unlock new levels weekly

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Lit Pack | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Gem Pack 1 for subs | $0.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| MEGA-LIT Pack for subscribers | $1.99 | one-time |
| MEGA-LIT Pack (no-ads) | $3.99 | one-time |
| MEGA-LIT Pack second purchase | $3.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 2 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Booster Deluxe for subs | $3.99 | one-time |
| Super Booster for subs | $5.99 | one-time |
| Booster Deluxe | $7.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 3 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Bundle for subs | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 5 for subs | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 4 | $11.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 5 | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Beautiful graphics and visuals
- 🕹️ Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🕰️ Relaxing and calming experience
- 👍 Unique and creative concept
- 🕹️ Satisfying and challenging levels

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Excessive ads and in-app purchases
- 🔒 Paywall blocking progression
- 🐛 Glitches and bugs in some levels
- 🔍 Limited camera controls
- 🕰️ Levels get repetitive after a while

**Reported bugs**

- Revive button spawning in unreachable areas
- Certain levels being unbeatable or glitchy
- Ad banners obstructing gameplay

**Requested features**

- More frequent level updates
- Endless/procedurally generated mode
- Level editor and sharing functionality
- Ability to customize character skins
- Difficulty settings and challenge modes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stack free?

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

### Is Light free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Stack or Light?

Light is rated higher. Stack averages 4.4 out of 5 from 59K ratings, while Light averages 4.7 from 194K ratings.

### Do Stack or Light have ads?

Both Stack and Light show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Stack or Light?

Stack ships an update every 10 days, and Light every 6 weeks. Most recently, Stack was updated on September 25, 2026 and Light on September 25, 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.*