Comparison

DayD 1 vs Screw Guru

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

Head to head
About

DayD 1

Embark on a sci-fi adventure through time to stop a villain from wreaking havoc in the dinosaur era. Build structures, tame dinosaurs, and complete unique objectives across 50 levels. Enjoy a fun plot, diverse settings, and engaging gameplay.

Highlights
  • Time travel adventure
  • Dinosaur taming
  • Resource management
  • Building construction
  • 50 unique levels
  • Engaging plot
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Brian, an outstanding (though some may say eccentric!) scientist, invented a time machine that sent him hurtling into the past! But forget about a leisurely stroll through the land of the dinosaurs: his old friend Doctor Awful is already there waiting! He invented his own time machine before Brian and has already managed to run amock in the past! Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to help Brian stop Doctor Awful in an adventure full of mystery, research, and of course, time travel. All that and more awaits in this exciting science fiction adventure thrillride! 50 unique levels, tons of different objectives, super cool settings and a fun and engaging plot are yours to explore now. Construct buildings, tame dinosaurs, manage resources and build other awesome structures. Simple controls and smooth game mechanics will help you get going in no time. But if you still don't understand something, you can always use the Help menu. DayD: Through time is an exciting adventure through the dinosaur era! - A unique world with elements of both the past and future - A funny plot with interesting characters that reads like a comic - Tons of unique objectives - Get to know different dinosaurs: pterodactyls, t-rexes, triceratopses and others. - All sorts of different locations - Crucial bonuses: fast build, accelerated run, slow down time. - Easy controls and a clear tutorial. - Over 20 hours of custom game content for players of all ages. - A special soundtrack

About

Screw Guru

Engage your mind with physics-based puzzles and addictive gameplay. Solve over 1000 brain-teasing levels using intuitive drag and rotate controls. Enjoy stunning 3D graphics, a relaxing soundtrack, and unlockable customizations.

Highlights
  • Over 1000 levels
  • Intuitive drag and rotate controls
  • Stunning 3D graphics
  • Relaxing soundtrack
  • Unlockable customizations
  • Offline play
Features
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Unleash Your Inner Engineer with Screw Guru: Pin Puzzle! Ready to twist your mind and test your spatial skills? Dive into the captivating world of Screw Guru, where physics-based puzzles meet addictive gameplay! Why You'll Love Screw Guru: • Intuitive Controls: Simply drag and rotate to solve puzzles • Brain-Teasing Challenges: Over 1000 levels to keep you engaged • Stunning 3D Graphics: Immerse yourself in a visually appealing world • Relaxing Soundtrack: Unwind as you play with soothing background music • Regular Updates: New levels and features added frequently Featured as "Game of the Day" in 150+ countries! Screw Guru isn't just a game; it's a journey of discovery and problem-solving. Each level presents a unique challenge, requiring you to think creatively and use your spatial reasoning skills to succeed. As you progress, you'll unlock new tools and face increasingly complex puzzles that will put your engineering prowess to the test. Perfect for players of all ages, Screw Guru offers: • A stress-free gaming experience with no time limits • Gradual difficulty progression to keep you challenged • Achievements to unlock and leaderboards to climb • Offline play for entertainment anytime, anywhere Colorful Customization: Express your style by unlocking a variety of vibrant skins for your tools and puzzle pieces. Make the game truly yours! Family-Friendly Fun: Screw Guru is the perfect game for family game nights or to keep kids entertained while exercising their minds. Constant Innovation: Our dedicated team of developers is always working on new levels, features, and improvements. Your feedback shapes the future of Screw Guru! "Screw Guru is the perfect blend of challenge and relaxation. It's my go-to game for unwinding after a long day!" - Happy Player Don't let this opportunity slip through your fingers! Download Screw Guru: Pin Puzzle now and start your puzzling adventure. Can you become the ultimate Screw Guru? There's only one way to find out!

Screenshots

DayD 14 screens
Screw Guru4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Screw Guru at Free against DayD 1's $10.99. Screw Guru also leads on ratings volume (6.4K vs 1). DayD 1's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 10). On update cadence 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

Screw Guru is free to download; DayD 1 costs $10.99 up front. Screw Guru sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. DayD 1 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DayD 1 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Screw Guru has 6.4K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DayD 1 ships an update every 2 weeks, Screw Guru every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
DayD 1 versus Screw Guru: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDayD 1Screw Guru
Price$10.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.3 (6.4K ratings)
Positive reviews—13.6% of reviews
Number of ratings16.4K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size293 MB324 MB
Age rating4+12+
Developer8FLOOR LTDSUPERSONIC STUDIOS LTD

Customer experience

DayD 1

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Screw Guru

All ratings6,389 ratings
Positive80.3%
Neutral6.4%
Negative13.3%
Written reviews1,569 reviews
Positive13.6%
Neutral14.9%
Negative71.4%

Bugs and requests

DayD 1

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Screw Guru

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Certain levels impossible to complete
  • Ads freezing the app
  • Missing rewards and progress not saving
  • Compatibility issues with older devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add more levels and pin designs
  • Improve save/progress system
  • Allow skipping ads for paid users
  • Provide a way to report issues

In-app purchases

None

DayD 1

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Screw Guru

One-time10
  • One Time Offer$1.99
  • Skip-it_1$2.49
  • Sale_5$4.99
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  • Coins_1$4.99
  • Sale_6$5.99
  • Revive Pack$5.99
  • Skip-it_2$5.99
  • Sale_8$7.99
  • Explorer Pack$7.99
  • All Round Package$9.99

Questions

Is DayD 1 free?
DayD 1 costs $10.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Screw Guru free?
Screw Guru is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, DayD 1 or Screw Guru?
DayD 1 is rated higher. DayD 1 averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Screw Guru averages 4.3 from 6.4K ratings.
Do DayD 1 or Screw Guru have ads?
Screw Guru shows ads; DayD 1 does not.
Which is updated more often, DayD 1 or Screw Guru?
DayD 1 ships an update every 2 weeks, and Screw Guru every 3 weeks. Most recently, DayD 1 was updated on November 4, 2026 and Screw Guru on November 12, 2026.

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