# Sandbox 3D vs Sandblox

The clearest difference is rating: Sandblox at 5.0 against Sandbox 3D's 4.1. Sandblox also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). Sandbox 3D's advantage is ratings volume (852 vs 1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sandbox 3D sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Sandblox asks for nothing beyond the download.

Sandblox holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sandbox 3D has 852 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sandbox 3D | Sandblox |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (852 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sandbox-3d/id1446635457/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sandblox/id6443447066/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **852** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 70.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 305 MB | 122 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Wladyslaw Jewloszewicz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1166916654) | [Ristretto Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/1586604222) |

## 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


### Sandblox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sandblox/id6443447066)

Explore a blocky world, mine resources, and craft items to repair your spaceship. Embark on an adventure to discover new worlds with your pickaxe.

**Highlights:** Block world exploration, Resource mining, Item crafting, Spaceship repair, Inter-world travel

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sandbox 3D free?

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

### Is Sandblox free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Sandbox 3D or Sandblox?

Sandblox is rated higher. Sandbox 3D averages 4.1 out of 5 from 852 ratings, while Sandblox averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Sandbox 3D or Sandblox have ads?

Neither Sandbox 3D nor Sandblox 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.*