# Blocky Snowboarding vs Elementex

The clearest difference is update cadence: Elementex at every 3 weeks against Blocky Snowboarding's every 4 months. Elementex also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (100% vs 87%). Blocky Snowboarding's advantage is ratings volume (666 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Blocky Snowboarding sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Elementex sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Elementex holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Blocky Snowboarding has 666 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of Blocky Snowboarding's written reviews are positive against 100% of Elementex's.

Blocky Snowboarding ships an update every 4 months, Elementex every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Blocky Snowboarding | Elementex |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (666 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blocky-snowboarding/id1161665629/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elementex/id6776602975/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **666** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 86.5% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 177 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Full Fat Productions Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/374306144) | [Tassilo Posegga](https://appshunter.io/developer/1790632502) |

## What reviewers say

### Blocky Snowboarding

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blocky-snowboarding/id1161665629)

Experience fast-paced snowboarding action with simple controls and retro blocky graphics. Collect characters and snowboards, perform tricks, and compete with friends on themed slopes. Enjoy free gifts and endless downhill fun.

**Highlights:** Easy snowboarding gameplay, Retro blocky graphics, Collectible characters and snowboards, Perform tricks and stunts, Themed slopes, Compete with friends

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Gem Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| #Metalman | $0.99 | one-time |
| #KaratePanda | $0.99 | one-time |
| #Rookie | $0.99 | one-time |
| #Reaper | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Gem Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| The VIP Pass | $2.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Large Gem Pack | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎉 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 👍 Easy to pick up and play
- 🔓 Free to play with optional in-app purchases
- 🎨 Colorful and charming visuals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Unclear objectives and tutorial
- 🔋 Frequent ads that interrupt gameplay
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases for some content

**Reported bugs**

- Cassette tape unlock feature not working for some users
- Occasional crashes or freezes during gameplay

**Requested features**

- More varied obstacles and challenges
- Ability to customize the player character
- Leaderboards or social features


### Elementex

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elementex/id6776602975)

A tactical tower-defense game focused on strategic placement and elemental combat. Build your defenses, bend enemy paths, and tap towers for skills to climb the global leaderboard. Every decision counts in this endless challenge.

**Highlights:** Hex-grid tower defense, Maze-builder pathing, Four elemental rock-paper-scissors matchups, Tap-to-cast active skills, Boss chests with transparent pricing, Global leaderboard, Endless mode

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| 550 Gems | $3.99 | one-time |
| 1,200 Gems | $8.99 | one-time |
| 2,500 Gems | $17.99 | one-time |
| 6,500 Gems | $44.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Blocky Snowboarding free?

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

### Is Elementex free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Blocky Snowboarding or Elementex?

Elementex is rated higher. Blocky Snowboarding averages 4.6 out of 5 from 666 ratings, while Elementex averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Blocky Snowboarding or Elementex have ads?

Both Blocky Snowboarding and Elementex show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Blocky Snowboarding or Elementex?

Blocky Snowboarding ships an update every 4 months, and Elementex every 3 weeks. Most recently, Blocky Snowboarding was updated on November 2, 2026 and Elementex on October 31, 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.*