# Bold Moves vs Block Puzzle

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Bold Moves at 57% against Block Puzzle's 28%. Bold Moves also leads on ratings volume (13K vs 96) and chart position (#131 vs unranked). Block Puzzle's advantage is update cadence (every 11 days vs every 5 weeks) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bold Moves sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Block Puzzle sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Block Puzzle holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bold Moves has 13K ratings behind it against 96, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 57% of Bold Moves's written reviews are positive against 28% of Block Puzzle's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Bold Moves ships an update every 5 weeks, Block Puzzle every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bold Moves | Block Puzzle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bold-moves/id1146601414/reviews) | **[4.7 (96 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-puzzle-match-combo/id6475390749/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 96 |
| Positive reviews | **56.5% of reviews** | 27.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#131** | — |
| Size | 750 MB | 314 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.2 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [RED GAMES CO, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1456007507) | [ACTIONFIT](https://appshunter.io/developer/1516168822) |

## What reviewers say

### Bold Moves

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bold-moves/id1146601414)

**Currently charting:** #131 Top Grossing · Word (US App Store)

This game combines match-3 mechanics with word puzzles and inspirational quotes. Match colored tiles to collect letters, break obstacles, and solve phrases to discover motivational messages. Earn rewards, progress through levels, and enjoy a relaxing yet challenging experience.

**Highlights:** Match 3 color puzzles, Collect letter tiles, Solve phrases, Unlock inspirational quotes, Earn rewards and boosters, Progress through chapters, Limited-time events

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Fistful of Gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Small Sale Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pile of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Small Featured Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Medium Sale Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Medium Combo Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Cup of Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Medium Featured Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Large Combo Pack | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎉 Fun & Challenging
- 👍 Great game
- 💡 Inspirational and beautiful quotes
- 🌟 Relaxing and fun
- 🌟 Vibrant and perfect 10/10

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤑 Ad scam with automatic ads and paywall
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 💰 Expensive with too many ads and in-app purchases
- 🤯 Levels too difficult and frustrating
- 🤔 Disappearing gems and progress issues

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezing and crashing
- Loading issues and getting stuck at certain levels
- Losing progress and accumulated boosters
- Inconsistent performance across updates

**Requested features**

- Ad-free version for purchase
- More levels and new content updates
- Better explanation of booster functionality
- Ability to undo moves
- Improved daily reward system


### Block Puzzle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-puzzle-match-combo/id6475390749)

Engage your mind with a strategic block-placement puzzle game. Clear rows and columns by fitting various shapes onto an 8x8 board. Enjoy endless challenges or a world-traveling adventure, perfect for quick breaks or extended play.

**Highlights:** 8x8 block placement, Clear rows and columns, Classic endless mode, Journey world tour mode, High score strategy, No Wi-Fi required

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hammer 5ea | $0.49 | one-time |
| Respawn 3ea | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hammer 17ea | $2.99 | one-time |
| Respawn 11ea | $2.99 | one-time |
| Hammer 20 x Respawn 15 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bold Moves free?

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

### Is Block Puzzle free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Bold Moves or Block Puzzle?

Block Puzzle is rated higher. Bold Moves averages 4.5 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Block Puzzle averages 4.7 from 96 ratings.

### Do Bold Moves or Block Puzzle have ads?

Both Bold Moves and Block Puzzle show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bold Moves or Block Puzzle?

Bold Moves ships an update every 5 weeks, and Block Puzzle every 11 days. Most recently, Bold Moves was updated on November 3, 2026 and Block Puzzle on October 30, 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.*