Comparison

Square Stacker vs Gecko Out

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

Head to head
About

Square Stacker

This game blends Match 3 and Tic Tac Toe mechanics with colorful squares. Match three of the same color in a row, column, or stack to clear them. Strategize to achieve the highest score before the screen fills up.

Highlights
  • Match 3 and Tic Tac Toe mechanics
  • Color matching puzzles
  • Stacking gameplay
  • Strategy and planning
  • High score tracking
  • HD quality graphics
Features
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In case you have ever wondered what it would be like if someone threw a Match 3 Game and Tic Tac Toe together in a cooking pot, added some bright colors and then made an app out if it, here you go. Square Stacker is the colorful result and a matching game unlike most others. The rules are basically the same as in any Match 3 game or as in Tic Tac Toe. You have to combine the same color three times to make the squares disappear. But in this case you can match the colors in a row, in a column or - and that’s new - in a stack. That means if you stack three same colored squares in one spot, it will disappear as well. But since there are not only different colors, but also different sizes of squares, let’s take a look at the rules: 1. Rows and Columns Match three squares of the same color in a row or column. The sizes don’t matter and neither do the other colors in the same row. This means you can match a small orange square surrounded by two bigger squares of a different color with two other orange squares in this row, no matter in which position they are in the stack. 2. Stacks The other option of combining 3 colors is a stack. To make a stack disappear you have to place the same color three times in the same spot. If you build a stack out of a small, medium and large square in the same color you have build a so called full stack and it will disappear from the screen. The basic rules are simple as you can see. However it takes a bit of strategy, planning and wits to reach the highest score here. If there is no more room on the screen to add a new stack, the game is over and you will receive a score. 3 in a row is a game played by generations of people, and with Square Stacker it has been elevated to a new level of fun. Stack the squares, match the colors, double the fun! Features: - Match 3 and Tic Tac Toe combined - A fun strategy game - Highscores - For Adults and Kids - HD quality

About

Gecko Out

Guide colorful geckos of varying lengths to their matching holes in this strategic puzzle adventure. Race against the clock to solve intricate paths and overcome unique challenges. Easy to learn, but offers deep strategic gameplay for lasting engagement.

Highlights
  • Drag and move geckos
  • Color-coded matching
  • Time-based challenges
  • Diverse and challenging levels
  • Intuitive controls
Features
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Embark on a colorful puzzle adventure in Gecko Out! Control Geckos of different colors and lengths, and guide them to their holes before time runs out. With intuitive drag and move mechanic, each level offers a unique challenge to test your strategic thinking. Features: - Unique Gameplay: Drag and move geckos from their ends to navigate intricate paths. - Color-Coded Fun: Match each gecko with its corresponding hole to complete the level. - Race Against Time: Beat the clock to win, or face the thrill of a near-miss! - Diverse Levels: Explore a variety of puzzles, each more challenging than the last. - Easy to Play, Hard to Master: Simple controls make it accessible, while complex strategies keep you engaged. Whether you're a casual gamer or a puzzle enthusiast, Gecko Out offers a captivating experience that's fun, challenging, and endlessly rewarding. Can you master the art of Gecko Out and escape every level? Download now and prove your puzzle-solving skills in Gecko Out!

Screenshots

Square Stacker4 screens
Gecko Out4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Square Stacker at none against Gecko Out's 16. Square Stacker also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Gecko Out's advantage is ratings volume (57K vs 2) and chart position (#82 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Gecko Out sells 15 one-off in-app purchases. Square Stacker asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Square Stacker holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gecko Out has 57K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Square Stacker ships an update every 3 days, Gecko Out every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Square Stacker versus Gecko Out: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSquare StackerGecko Out
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better4.6 (57K ratings)
Positive reviews—38.2% of reviews
Number of ratings257K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 4 days
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#82 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB421 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperfamobiRollic Games

Customer experience

Square Stacker

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Gecko Out

All ratings56,294 ratings
Positive89.7%
Neutral5.4%
Negative4.9%
Written reviews1,533 reviews
Positive38.2%
Neutral18.7%
Negative43.2%

Bugs and requests

Square Stacker

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Gecko Out

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Geckos moving in the wrong direction
  • Levels impossible to complete within time limit

Requested features

3 requests
  • Option to skip difficult levels
  • Improved level balancing and difficulty curve
  • Restore previous game design and features

In-app purchases

None

Square Stacker

No in-app purchases

15 purchases

Gecko Out

One-time15
  • Coin Pack 1$1.99
  • geckoout_fail_offer$4.99
  • Collection offer$6.99
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  • No Ads2 variants$7.99
  • Coin Pack 2$7.99
  • Boost Bundle$9.99
  • Gecko Pass$9.99
  • No Ads Bundle$11.99
  • geckoout_remove_ads_bundle_nc$11.99
  • Coin Pack 3$14.99
  • Mega Bundle$19.99
  • geckoout_coin_pack_4$29.99
  • Ultra Bundle$29.99
  • Coin Pack 5$54.99
  • Coin Pack 6$99.99

Questions

Is Square Stacker free?
Square Stacker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Gecko Out free?
Gecko Out is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Square Stacker or Gecko Out?
Square Stacker is rated higher. Square Stacker averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Gecko Out averages 4.6 from 57K ratings.
Do Square Stacker or Gecko Out have ads?
Both Square Stacker and Gecko Out show ads.
Which is updated more often, Square Stacker or Gecko Out?
Square Stacker ships an update every 3 days, and Gecko Out every 4 days. Most recently, Square Stacker was updated on October 24, 2026 and Gecko Out on October 26, 2026.

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