# Fixum 2 vs Picture Builder Pixel Puzzle

The clearest difference is ads: Fixum 2 at none against Picture Builder Pixel Puzzle's shown. Fixum 2 also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 4 weeks) and review sentiment (60% vs 43%). Picture Builder Pixel Puzzle's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (20K vs 185). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Fixum 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Picture Builder Pixel Puzzle sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Picture Builder Pixel Puzzle holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Picture Builder Pixel Puzzle has 20K ratings behind it against 185, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 60% of Fixum 2's written reviews are positive against 43% of Picture Builder Pixel Puzzle's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Fixum 2 ships an update weekly, Picture Builder Pixel Puzzle every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fixum 2 | Picture Builder Pixel Puzzle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (185 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fixum-2/id1239139686/reviews) | **[4.7 (20K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picture-builder-pixel-puzzle/id6463711142/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 185 | **20K** |
| Positive reviews | **59.5% of reviews** | 43.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#130** |
| Size | 146 MB | 326 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [James Porter](https://appshunter.io/developer/510269440) | [Hitapps Games LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1648314473) |

## What reviewers say

### Fixum 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fixum-2/id1239139686)

Embark on a global puzzle adventure, traveling to 20 countries and 80 landmarks. Solve intricate tile-switching and spinning puzzles with hundreds of levels and over 20 game modes.

**Highlights:** Global puzzle adventure, Travel to 20 countries, 80 landmarks to visit, Tile switching and spinning puzzles, Hundreds of levels, Over 20 game modes

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1000 coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 2500 coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Boost Lives | $2.99 | one-time |
| No Timers | $2.99 | one-time |
| Progress Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| 7500 coins | $3.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Lives | $7.99 | one-time |
| 20,000 coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 50,000 coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| 250,000 coins | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🧩 Highly addictive puzzle gameplay
- 🎯 Challenging and mentally stimulating levels
- 🌍 Creative world tour theme with landmarks
- ✨ Visually appealing graphics and design
- 🎮 Variety of puzzle modes and challenges

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Aggressive monetization with in-app purchases
- ⏰ Timed levels create anxiety and frustration
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and technical issues
- 📱 Display scaling problems on newer devices
- 🚫 Unresponsive developer support

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes on launch or during gameplay
- Daily challenge displays same puzzle repeatedly (9 white dots)
- Landmark puzzles fail to load or display correctly
- Game shows only upper-left corner on iPhone XR/XS
- Boosters don't work as advertised

**Requested features**

- Complete remaining countries/levels (Korea, Germany, etc.)
- Free daily coins or booster rewards
- Option to disable timed levels
- Accessibility option for motion-sensitive players
- Better help/documentation system


### Picture Builder Pixel Puzzle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picture-builder-pixel-puzzle/id6463711142)

**Currently charting:** #130 Top Free · Board, #165 Top Grossing · Board (US App Store)

Engage in a unique puzzle experience where you build vibrant cities by assembling pixel art fragments. Discover diverse locations and collect objects to bring your urban landscapes to life. This game offers a delightful blend of puzzle-solving and creative construction.

**Highlights:** Unique gameplay mechanics, Pixel art assembly, City building, Object finding, Diverse themes, Hints available

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

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscriptions | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $17.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $119.99 | per year |
| Special Offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Vip location "D-Land" | $4.99 | one-time |
| 100 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Vip location "Magic Academy" | $4.99 | one-time |
| Vip location "Food City" | $4.99 | one-time |
| Vip location "UFO City" | $4.99 | one-time |
| Vip Location "Cosplay World". | $4.99 | one-time |
| Vip location "Retrofuturism" | $4.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $5.99 | one-time |
| 210 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| NO ADS 30 Days | $9.99 | one-time |
| 550 Coins | $24.99 | one-time |
| 1150 Coins | $49.99 | one-time |
| 2500 Coins | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Gorgeous visuals and animations
- 🧩 Satisfying puzzle-solving experience
- 🕰️ Relaxing and calming gameplay
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly controls
- 🎉 Addictive and engaging

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⏱️ Restrictive energy system
- 💰 Aggressive monetization with ads and in-app purchases
- 🔍 Puzzles with pieces outside the visible area
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔀 Repetitive puzzle designs

**Reported bugs**

- Puzzle pieces not aligning properly
- Certain puzzles with missing or misaligned elements
- Progress reset or levels disappearing after updates

**Requested features**

- More diverse and challenging puzzle levels
- Option to reset completed puzzles
- Ability to zoom in/out on puzzles
- Improved energy system or removal of energy limits
- Expanded content with new themes and locations


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fixum 2 free?

Fixum 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Picture Builder Pixel Puzzle free?

Picture Builder Pixel Puzzle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Fixum 2 or Picture Builder Pixel Puzzle?

Picture Builder Pixel Puzzle is rated higher. Fixum 2 averages 4.3 out of 5 from 185 ratings, while Picture Builder Pixel Puzzle averages 4.7 from 20K ratings.

### Do Fixum 2 or Picture Builder Pixel Puzzle have ads?

Picture Builder Pixel Puzzle shows ads; Fixum 2 does not.

### Which is updated more often, Fixum 2 or Picture Builder Pixel Puzzle?

Fixum 2 ships an update weekly, and Picture Builder Pixel Puzzle every 4 weeks. Most recently, Fixum 2 was updated on October 23, 2026 and Picture Builder Pixel Puzzle on October 27, 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.*