Comparison

CRASH vs Pixel Evolution Lab

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

CRASH

Navigate treacherous landscapes filled with hazards and obstacles to rescue a captive. Utilize strategic throws of a special ball to clear paths and overcome challenges across numerous levels. Discover hidden secrets and prove your courage in this action-packed adventure.

Highlights
  • 100 exciting levels
  • Diverse obstacles (lasers, saws, gravity)
  • Hidden checkpoints and features
  • Fast-paced fun and adventure
  • Strategic ball throwing gameplay
Features
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CRASH-BALL: Escape the Scrap-Iron Prison in This Thrilling Adventure! Step into your darkest nightmare in CRASH-BALL, where mountains of contaminated scrap and rubbish stand in your way. Your mission: clear the waste and free Mr. Art Symbold from his scrap-iron prison. Armed with only your mind, your finger, and a legendary crash-ball, you'll need to strategize and throw your way to victory. Features: -100 Exciting Levels: Experience fast-paced fun and adventure across 100 challenging episodes. -Diverse Obstacles: Face lasers, saws, gravity disruptions, death clouds, and more. -Hidden Checkpoints and Features: Discover secrets and checkpoints to aid in your quest. -Ultimate Challenge: Only the brave can conquer the toughest traps and claim victory. Are you ready to take on the challenge and save Mr. Art Symbold? Dive into the action and prove your courage in CRASH-BALL today!

About

Pixel Evolution Lab

Features
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The Ultimate Evolution Simulator on iOS. Completely ad-free. Enter the Pixel Evolution Lab, where mathematics meets art. This is not just another "Game of Life" clone—it is a high-performance simulation suite designed for creators, scientists, and pixel enthusiasts. Powered by a custom Metal-based engine, Pixel Evolution delivers buttery-smooth rendering while giving you absolute control over the heartbeat of your digital organisms. Experiment, Evolve, and Enjoy. The true magic happens when you start creating. Design your own pixel patterns and watch them take on a life of their own. Will your creation stabilize into a beautiful "still life," or will it expand into a chaotic, pulsating colony? With our advanced tracking tools, watching your digital ecosystem evolve becomes a captivating and addictive experience. Features Breakdown Free Version: The Foundation • Core Simulation Engine: Experience the classic Conway’s Game of Life with high-performance 60 FPS rendering. • Evolution Tracker: Analyze your simulation with a real-time oscilloscope-style graph tracking "Step" and "Density" metrics—now available for everyone. • Speed Control: Take command of the time-space continuum. Adjust the "Generations per Second" (GPS) from slow-motion analysis to high-speed turbo growth. • Resolution Control: Switch between different grid densities, from $1\times1$ to $8\times8$, to scale your evolution. • Interactive UI: A sleek, dark-mode console designed for the iPad Pro, featuring an intuitive control panel for real-time interaction. Pro Lab: The Full Studio (IAP) • Apple Pencil Studio: Unlock professional drawing tools with pressure sensitivity and palm rejection. Design your patterns with surgical precision. • Custom Map Gallery: Save, manage, and re-edit your creations. Build a library of your most successful evolutionary patterns and favorite designs. • Scientific Rule Lab: Create your own $B/S$ (Birth/Survival) rules. Explore exotic universes like Mazectric, Amoeba, or Walled Cities. • Color Lab: Fully customize the visual aesthetic. Set unique colors for "Alive" and "Dead" states to match your personal style. Why Pixel Evolution? • Fun & Discovery: Every custom map is a new experiment. Discover hidden patterns and enjoy the organic beauty of generative growth. • Metal Powered: Built on Apple’s Metal framework for maximum GPU efficiency—even on complex $1\times1$ grids. • Professional UX: A refined "All-Gold" typography and dark-mode aesthetic for focused laboratory work. • iPad Pro Optimized: Full support for high-refresh-rate displays and the latest Apple Pencil generations.

Screenshots

CRASH4 screens
Pixel Evolution Lab4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Pixel Evolution Lab at every 5 months against CRASH's every 29 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CRASH ships an update every 29 months, Pixel Evolution Lab every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on August 24, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
CRASH versus Pixel Evolution Lab: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCRASHPixel Evolution Lab
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 29 monthsEvery 5 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size188 MB7 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperPhilippe ZayStefan Hergert

In-app purchases

1 purchases

CRASH

One-time1
  • Crash Ball Fullversion$0.99
1 purchases

Pixel Evolution Lab

One-time1
  • Pixel Evolution Pro Upgrade$1.99

Questions

Is CRASH free?
CRASH is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pixel Evolution Lab free?
Pixel Evolution Lab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CRASH or Pixel Evolution Lab have ads?
Neither CRASH nor Pixel Evolution Lab shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CRASH or Pixel Evolution Lab?
CRASH ships an update every 29 months, and Pixel Evolution Lab every 5 months. Most recently, CRASH was updated on August 24, 2026 and Pixel Evolution Lab on September 12, 2026.

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