# Blocks Alive vs MODBOX

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MODBOX at 76% against Blocks Alive's 20%. MODBOX also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.1) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). Blocks Alive's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MODBOX sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Blocks Alive asks for nothing beyond the download.

MODBOX holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MODBOX has 408 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Blocks Alive's written reviews are positive against 76% of MODBOX's.

Blocks Alive ships an update every 3 months, MODBOX every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Blocks Alive | MODBOX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blocks-alive/id1435360479/reviews) | **[4.7 (408 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modbox-mods-for-minecraft/id1575546743/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **408** |
| Positive reviews | 20.0% of reviews | **75.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 957 MB | 130 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jacinto Montu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1020866936) | [Mikhail Halavach](https://appshunter.io/developer/1575546745) |

## What reviewers say

### Blocks Alive

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blocks-alive/id1435360479)

Bring your construction sets to life with augmented reality. Scan your creations to unlock interactive experiences and enhance playtime. This app makes physical toys more engaging through digital integration.

**Highlights:** Build construction sets, Scan with augmented reality, Interactive experiences, Bring toys to life, Enhance playtime

**In-app purchases:** none


### MODBOX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modbox-mods-for-minecraft/id1575546743)

Easily install mods, skins, buildings, and maps for Minecraft with a single click. Create custom skins and explore a vast library of content for various gameplay styles, from parkour to survival.

**Highlights:** One-click mod installation, Custom skin creator, Extensive map library (Parkour, Survival, PVP), Diverse building options (Houses, Medieval, Redstone), Variety of skins (Boys, Girls, PVP, Movies), Texture packs and shaders, Addons for weapons, animals, and more

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ModBox - Premium | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| ModBox - Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| ModBox - Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| ModBox - Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 So many mods
- 👍 Works legit
- ✨ Amazing app
- 🚀 Changed the way I play
- 🏆 Top tier app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🙄 Too many ads
- 💰 Pay to use app
- 🙄 Watch ads to view mods
- 💰 Need in-game coins to download
- 🙄 Needs money to make skin

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot click out of ads
- Cannot delete the app
- Can't launch texture pack

**Requested features**

- Add more mods


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Blocks Alive free?

Blocks Alive is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is MODBOX free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Blocks Alive or MODBOX?

MODBOX is rated higher. Blocks Alive averages 3.1 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while MODBOX averages 4.7 from 408 ratings.

### Do Blocks Alive or MODBOX have ads?

MODBOX shows ads; Blocks Alive does not.

### Which is updated more often, Blocks Alive or MODBOX?

Blocks Alive ships an update every 3 months, and MODBOX every 2 weeks. Most recently, Blocks Alive was updated on October 24, 2026 and MODBOX on October 24, 2026.

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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.*