# Tap Away vs Block Scout

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Block Scout at 100% against Tap Away's 0%. Block Scout also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.4) and ratings volume (23 vs 7). Tap Away's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 10.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Block Scout sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Tap Away asks for nothing beyond the download.

Block Scout holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 23 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Tap Away's written reviews are positive against 100% of Block Scout's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tap Away | Block Scout |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-away/id1332040040/reviews) | **[4.6 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-scout/id1485206281/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 7 | **23** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 50 MB | 107 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 10.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CLICKTEAM LLC USA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1438432084) | [Lichen Sarl](https://appshunter.io/developer/1473264181) |

## What reviewers say

### Tap Away

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-away/id1332040040)

Engage in a challenging puzzle game where you must strategically shoot a core to break through spinning defenses. Time your shots precisely to score points and overcome obstacles without hitting the rotating barriers.

**Highlights:** Spinning defense obstacles, Strategic cannon shooting, Timed shot mechanics, Point scoring system, Obstacle avoidance gameplay

**In-app purchases:** none


### Block Scout

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-scout/id1485206281)

Master block-stacking strategies to build the tallest towers. Compete with friends online, collect tokens for powers, and enjoy a relaxing ASMR soundscape with beautiful day/night landscapes. Unlock achievements and climb the global leaderboard.

**Highlights:** Realistic physics engine, Online multiplayer challenges, Token collection for powers, Worldwide leaderboard, ASMR soundscape, Day/night cycle

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tap Away free?

Tap Away is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Block Scout free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Tap Away or Block Scout?

Block Scout is rated higher. Tap Away averages 3.4 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Block Scout averages 4.6 from 23 ratings.

### Do Tap Away or Block Scout have ads?

Neither Tap Away nor Block Scout shows ads.

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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.*