# Candleman vs FROGBLOCK

The clearest difference is monetization model: Candleman at free against FROGBLOCK's paid. Candleman also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). FROGBLOCK's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 11 months) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Candleman sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and FROGBLOCK sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FROGBLOCK holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FROGBLOCK has 446 ratings behind it against 41, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of Candleman's written reviews are positive against 90% of FROGBLOCK's.

Candleman ships an update every 11 months, FROGBLOCK weekly. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Candleman | FROGBLOCK |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candleman/id1137143735/reviews) | **[4.8 (446 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frogblock/id6744828106/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 41 | **446** |
| Positive reviews | 87.5% of reviews | **89.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Size | 1.3 GB | 305 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Ming Gao](https://appshunter.io/developer/654637118) | [Babolo, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1838051834) |

## What reviewers say

### Candleman

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candleman/id1137143735)

Embark on an action-adventure journey as a small candle with a limited light source. Navigate challenging levels in darkness, utilizing light and shadow mechanics to overcome obstacles and uncover hidden treasures in an enchanting fairytale world.

**Highlights:** 10-second light mechanic, Light and shadow gameplay, Challenging levels, Enchanted environments, Fairytale story

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Game Controller support, iMessage stickers

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Candleman full game | $4.99 | one-time |


### FROGBLOCK

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frogblock/id6744828106)

Embark on a unique puzzle adventure as a frog, using perspective-shifting abilities to navigate serene environments. Solve over 100 brain teasers, collect hidden secrets, and enjoy a dynamic soundtrack. This premium indie game offers a relaxing yet challenging experience.

**Highlights:** Perspective Puzzles, Environmental Interaction, Ancient Biome Exploration, Secret Sticker Collection, Original Soundtrack, Level Skipping

**Features:** iMessage stickers

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Game Unlock | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Beautiful art style
- 🧠 Challenging but fair puzzles
- 🎶 Serene and relaxing atmosphere
- 🤖 Innovative mechanics
- 👍 Smooth controls


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Candleman free?

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

### Is FROGBLOCK free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Candleman or FROGBLOCK?

FROGBLOCK is rated higher. Candleman averages 4.6 out of 5 from 41 ratings, while FROGBLOCK averages 4.8 from 446 ratings.

### Do Candleman or FROGBLOCK have ads?

Neither Candleman nor FROGBLOCK shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Candleman or FROGBLOCK?

Candleman ships an update every 11 months, and FROGBLOCK weekly. Most recently, Candleman was updated on September 23, 2026 and FROGBLOCK on September 23, 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.*