Comparison

Back from the Klondike vs Unknot

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

Head to head
About

Back from the Klondike

Features
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BACK FROM THE KLONDIKE Euler, the great mathematician, discovered a rule for solving all manner of maze puzzles, which, as all good puzzlist know, depends chiefly upon working backwards. This puzzle, however, was built purposely to defeat Euler's rule and out of many attempts is probably the only one which thwarts his method. Back from the Klondike is one of Sam Loyd's most famous puzzles, first printed in the New York Journal and Advertiser on April 24, 1898. As a fan of the Sam Loyd's work, I created this modern adaptation of the Back from the Klondike original puzzle and proposed 100 different mazes to challenge your mind. Starting from the center, go the indicated number of squares in a straight line in any one of the eight directions, north, south, east, west, northeast, northwest, southeast, or southwest. From this new point, march on again according to the number indicated, and continue on in this manner until you come upon to one of the goal squares located in the sides of the board. If you solve the puzzle, reaching a goal square, you will receive one star, if you do it without any help ("Show Visited" and "Show Possibles" options deactivated) you will receive an extra star, if you arrive in the minimal solution steps you will receive another extra star. FEATURES: - 100 different mazes - Optional sounds and music. - Multi-language: English, Spanish, French. More games: http://www.pegolandia.com

About

Unknot

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Unknot is a uniquely relaxing yet brain-teasing puzzle experience designed to be both intuitive and satisfying. With no distractions, your only focus is the tangled knots before you. Simply drag vertices on the screen, align them strategically, and watch them pop as the knots unravel. At first, the puzzles may seem simple, but don’t let their ease fool you. As you progress, the knots grow more intricate, requiring patience, skill, and clever problem-solving. The final levels will test your ability to think ahead, refine strategies, and embrace the satisfying rhythm of untangling chaos. Intuitive controls: Just drag and align—no unnecessary distractions. Deeply satisfying mechanics: Popping vertices brings a sense of accomplishment. Relaxing yet challenging: A balance between calm gameplay and stimulating difficulty. Gradual difficulty curve: Early levels ease you in, while later ones demand experience and strategy. Time tracking, but no pressure: Levels have no completion timer, but your best time is recorded. Replay any level to beat your personal record—or simply take your time and explore at your own pace. Are you ready to unknot the toughest puzzles? Dive in and discover the joy of untangling! Download now and unknot your first puzzle!

Screenshots

Back from the Klondike4 screens
Unknot3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Unknot at every 6 days against Back from the Klondike's every 15 months. Unknot also leads on iOS requirement (12.2 vs 15.0). 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Back from the Klondike ships an update every 15 months, Unknot every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Back from the Klondike versus Unknot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBack from the KlondikeUnknot
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 15 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size74 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJose MoratoLELEU LABS LLC

In-app purchases

None

Back from the Klondike

No in-app purchases

None

Unknot

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Back from the Klondike free?
Back from the Klondike is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Unknot free?
Unknot is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Back from the Klondike or Unknot have ads?
Both Back from the Klondike and Unknot show ads.
Which is updated more often, Back from the Klondike or Unknot?
Back from the Klondike ships an update every 15 months, and Unknot every 6 days. Most recently, Back from the Klondike was updated on November 2, 2026 and Unknot on October 30, 2026.

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