Comparison

Count Up vs Plug the Shape

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

Head to head
About

Count Up

This math puzzle game challenges your mind by combining number tiles and operators to reach target totals. It helps improve mental arithmetic and problem-solving skills with no time pressure. Play offline, unlock achievements, and enjoy various grid sizes.

Highlights
  • Boost mental arithmetic
  • Master addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
  • Play offline
  • Unlock achievements
  • Multiple grid sizes
  • Progress tracking
Features
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Challenge your mind with the addictive math puzzle that makes arithmetic fun! Combine number tiles and operators to reach target totals while unlocking achievements and improving your mental math skills. *** Why CountUp? *** • Boost mental arithmetic and problem-solving skills • Master addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division • Perfect for students, teachers, and math enthusiasts • No time pressure - think at your own pace • Completely offline - play anywhere, anytime • Suitable for all ages - from elementary school to adults *** How To Play *** Select number tiles and operators to build equations that reach the target total. Remember: it's a running calculation, so 4 + 5 × 6 equals (4 + 5) × 6 = 54. Find multiple solutions to unlock achievements and complete each grid. Your progress is automatically saved! *** 9 Exciting Achievements *** • "Solved": Reach the target • "Five Ways": Find 5+ unique solutions • "Three": Use only 3 tiles maximum • "Even/Odd": Use even or odd number of tiles • "Divide & Conquer": Include division in your solution • "Smooth Operators": Use all four operators • "Stay Positive": Solve without subtraction • "10+": Use only double-digit tiles *** Multiple Grid Sizes *** Start small or jump into bigger challenges: • 3×3 (9 tiles) - Perfect for beginners • 4×3 (12 tiles) - Step up the challenge • 4×4 (16 tiles) - For serious puzzlers • 5×4 (20 tiles) - Ultimate brain workout *** Features *** • Clean, intuitive interface • Progress tracking and statistics • Share your grids with friends • Regular updates and improvements Download now and start sharpening your math skills with this engaging puzzle game!

About

Plug the Shape

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Test your spatial awareness with this addictive 3D puzzle game. Drag-and-drop the shapes into the holders that fit them before time runs out.

Screenshots

Count Up4 screens
Plug the Shape3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Count Up at none against Plug the Shape's 3. Plug the Shape's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 10 days). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Plug the Shape sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Count Up asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Count Up ships an update every 10 days, Plug the Shape daily. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Count Up versus Plug the Shape: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCount UpPlug the Shape
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.5
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMento Apps LtdJoseph Wiemer

In-app purchases

None

Count Up

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Plug the Shape

One-time3
  • 30 Coins$0.99
  • 70 Coins$1.99
  • 120 Coins$2.99

Questions

Is Count Up free?
Count Up is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Plug the Shape free?
Plug the Shape is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Count Up or Plug the Shape have ads?
Neither Count Up nor Plug the Shape shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Count Up or Plug the Shape?
Count Up ships an update every 10 days, and Plug the Shape daily. Most recently, Count Up was updated on October 6, 2026 and Plug the Shape on September 30, 2026.

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