# Sandbox 3D vs Block Tech

The clearest difference is ads: Sandbox 3D at none against Block Tech's shown. Sandbox 3D also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (71% vs 53%). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sandbox 3D sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Block Tech sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.1 for Sandbox 3D against 4.2 for Block Tech. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 853 and 1.2K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 71% of Sandbox 3D's written reviews are positive against 53% of Block Tech's.

Sandbox 3D ships an update every 6 days, Block Tech every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sandbox 3D | Block Tech |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (853 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sandbox-3d/id1446635457/reviews) | **[4.2 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-tech-sandbox-online/id1465592382/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 853 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | **70.5% of reviews** | 52.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 305 MB | 180 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.5** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Wladyslaw Jewloszewicz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1166916654) | [Ruslan Vorona](https://appshunter.io/developer/982817665) |

## What reviewers say

### Sandbox 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sandbox-3d/id1446635457)

Explore an open-world physics sandbox with friends. Manipulate objects, experiment with physics, and build creations in diverse locations. Enjoy multiplayer freedom with customizable server rules for object creation and deletion.

**Highlights:** Multiplayer gameplay, Open-world exploration, Physics experimentation, Building system, Multiple locations, Inventory with numerous items, Vehicles (land and air)

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Initial Pack - 3 gems | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack - 7 gems | $5.99 | one-time |
| Large Pack - 18 gems | $11.99 | one-time |
| Ultra Pack - 40 gems | $23.99 | one-time |
| Hyper Pack - 100 gems | $47.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and creative sandbox game
- 🚀 Great for building and customizing
- 💡 Potential for more content and features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs, including getting stuck in vehicles
- 🔒 Lack of moderation and security, allowing hackers to take over servers
- 🤬 Inappropriate content and toxic players
- 🔋 Performance issues and crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Getting stuck in vehicles
- Servers being taken over by hackers
- Crashes and performance issues
- Inability to exit the game from within a server

**Requested features**

- More guns, weapons, and vehicles
- Ability to sit in chairs and interact with furniture
- Larger build limits and more building materials
- Improved server management and anti-cheat features
- Ability to create and join friend groups/clans


### Block Tech

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-tech-sandbox-online/id1465592382)

Build and battle incredible vehicles in a sandbox environment. Design unique cars with various blocks and weapons, then test them in online multiplayer events like derbies and challenges. Compete against others or complete tests to prove your crafting and combat skills.

**Highlights:** Online multiplayer crafting, Vehicle customization with diverse blocks, Combat with various weapons, Derby and test events, Daily rewards and tips, Vehicle saving and loading

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Money 5000 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Money 10500 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Disable ADS | $1.99 | one-time |
| Money 30000 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Money 65000 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Money 140000 | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun game to battle and mess around in
- 👍 Great game, just needs some work
- 👍 Awesome and fun game
- 👍 Fantastic game with unique vehicle creation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Rotating mechanic for building is hard to use
- 🔋 Too many ads, interferes with gameplay
- 🐛 Weapons come off as soon as I spawn
- 🐛 Can't delete blocks I've placed
- 🐛 Glitches with camera and movement controls

**Reported bugs**

- Pieces not snapping together properly during building
- Unable to delete or remove blocks from vehicle
- Randomly taking damage in online mode
- Game crashing frequently

**Requested features**

- Add a sandbox mode without block limits
- Improve the derby mode and enemy AI
- Increase the top speed limit
- Add more building blocks and customization options
- Implement a survival game mode


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sandbox 3D free?

Sandbox 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Block Tech free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Sandbox 3D or Block Tech?

Block Tech is rated higher. Sandbox 3D averages 4.1 out of 5 from 853 ratings, while Block Tech averages 4.2 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do Sandbox 3D or Block Tech have ads?

Block Tech shows ads; Sandbox 3D does not.

### Which is updated more often, Sandbox 3D or Block Tech?

Sandbox 3D ships an update every 6 days, and Block Tech every 2 months. Most recently, Sandbox 3D was updated on October 26, 2026 and Block Tech on October 29, 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.*