# Logic Traces vs Akari

Logic Traces and Akari both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 77% of Logic Traces's written reviews are positive against 33% of Akari's. Logic Traces also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1K vs 30). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Logic Traces sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Akari sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Logic Traces against 4.6 for Akari. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Logic Traces has 1K ratings behind it against 30, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 77% of Logic Traces's written reviews are positive against 33% of Akari's.

Logic Traces ships an update every 5 weeks, Akari every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Logic Traces | Akari |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/logic-traces/id1081609724/reviews) | **[4.6 (30 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/akari-light-up-your-brain/id6503335592/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1K** | 30 |
| Positive reviews | **76.8% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 130 MB | 73 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Matias Ini](https://appshunter.io/developer/558628070) | [Simon Schuster](https://appshunter.io/developer/1574107141) |

## What reviewers say

### Logic Traces

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/logic-traces/id1081609724)

Connect lines from numbers on a board to cover every square. This addictive puzzle game offers hundreds of levels with no time or move limits. Find the most efficient solution to earn stars and challenge your logic.

**Highlights:** Connect lines to numbers, Fill every square on the board, Hundreds of puzzle boards, No time or move limits, Hints available, Offline play

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 5 Hints | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock 7x7 Regular Puzzle Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock 8x8 Regular Puzzle Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock 10x10 Regular Puzzle Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Packs! | $0.99 | one-time |
| 15 Hints | $1.99 | one-time |
| Combo Puzzle Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Packs | $2.99 | one-time |
| 50 Hints | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🧠 Challenging and engaging puzzles
- 🧩 Unique and creative gameplay
- 🧘‍♀️ Relaxing and zen-like experience
- 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
- 🤓 Mentally stimulating

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Excessive in-app purchases required to progress
- 📢 Intrusive and frequent advertisements
- 🔁 Repetitive gameplay after a while
- 🤯 Levels become overly difficult and frustrating

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes or freezes on certain devices
- Inconsistent behavior when resetting levels

**Requested features**

- Option to remove ads for a one-time fee
- More free levels or a more gradual paywall
- Ability to track progress and resume games
- Customizable settings (e.g., sound, music, difficulty)


### Akari

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/akari-light-up-your-brain/id6503335592)

Place light bulbs on a grid to illuminate every square without bulbs shining on each other. Master hundreds of addictive logic puzzles with daily and weekly challenges.

**Highlights:** Daily puzzle challenges, Weekly challenges, Multiple difficulty levels, Logic puzzle packs, Solving strategy guide, Player statistics and progress tracking, Offline play

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Supporter (Monthly) | $2.49 | per month |
| Supporter (Annual) | $14.99 | per year |
| Beginner Pack 1 (5x5) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Beginner Pack 1 (10x10) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Beginner Pack 1 (7x7) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Beginner Pack 1 (14x14) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Advanced Pack 1 (5x5) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Genius Pack 1 (25x25) | $3.49 | one-time |
| Wizard Pack 1 (30x30) | $3.49 | one-time |
| Wizard Pack 1 (40x50) | $3.49 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Logic Traces free?

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

### Is Akari free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Logic Traces or Akari?

Akari is rated higher. Logic Traces averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while Akari averages 4.6 from 30 ratings.

### Do Logic Traces or Akari have ads?

Akari shows ads; Logic Traces does not.

### Which is updated more often, Logic Traces or Akari?

Logic Traces ships an update every 5 weeks, and Akari every 3 weeks. Most recently, Logic Traces was updated on November 2, 2026 and Akari on November 4, 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.*