# Tetric Block Down vs Block Puzzle Gem

The clearest difference is rating: Block Puzzle Gem at 4.7 against Tetric Block Down's 3.5. Block Puzzle Gem also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 8 months) and ratings volume (1.9K vs 2). Tetric Block Down's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tetric Block Down sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Block Puzzle Gem sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Block Puzzle Gem holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Block Puzzle Gem has 1.9K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Tetric Block Down ships an update every 8 months, Block Puzzle Gem monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tetric Block Down | Block Puzzle Gem |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tetric-block-down/id1201621982/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-puzzle-gem/id1587319072/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **1.9K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 84.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 23 MB | 89 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Thu Huyen Pham](https://appshunter.io/developer/1183176072) | [Shanghai Freemind Software Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1587319074) |

## What reviewers say

### Tetric Block Down

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tetric-block-down/id1201621982)

A classic block puzzle game where players arrange falling blocks to clear rows and earn points. It offers a simple interface for a relaxing gaming experience.

**Highlights:** Classic tetrix block puzzles, Move and place blocks, Clear full rows for score, Simple interface, Relaxing gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tetric Block Down Pro | $1.99 | one-time |


### Block Puzzle Gem

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-puzzle-gem/id1587319072)

A classic strategy jewel block puzzle game designed to enhance visual enjoyment and improve spatial skills. Drag and drop colorful jewel blocks to fill rows and columns, clearing them to achieve high scores. Play anytime, anywhere, with no internet or time restrictions.

**Highlights:** Classic strategy jewel block gameplay, Enhances spatial skills and trains the brain, Colorful jewel blocks for visual enjoyment, No internet, time, or location restrictions, Easy to play, suitable for all families, Rotation treasure chest for high scores

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Spin Coin × 5 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Spin Coin × 20 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Spin Coin × 50 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Superior Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Spin Coin × 120 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Spin Coin × 300 | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and relaxing game
- 💡 Challenging and keeps the mind active
- 🚀 Great time passer
- 🎨 Colorful and visually appealing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤬 Too many ads and interruptions
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🔒 No option to remove ads through purchase

**Reported bugs**

- Issues with level 29 of the Great Wall event
- Calendar feature causing crashes

**Requested features**

- Ability to rotate/move blocks
- More daily challenges and events
- Clearer gameplay instructions


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tetric Block Down free?

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

### Is Block Puzzle Gem free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Tetric Block Down or Block Puzzle Gem?

Block Puzzle Gem is rated higher. Tetric Block Down averages 3.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Block Puzzle Gem averages 4.7 from 1.9K ratings.

### Do Tetric Block Down or Block Puzzle Gem have ads?

Block Puzzle Gem shows ads; Tetric Block Down does not.

### Which is updated more often, Tetric Block Down or Block Puzzle Gem?

Tetric Block Down ships an update every 8 months, and Block Puzzle Gem monthly. Most recently, Tetric Block Down was updated on November 2, 2026 and Block Puzzle Gem on November 3, 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.*