# Window Puzzles vs Artifact

The clearest difference is monetization model: Window Puzzles at free against Artifact's free with in-app purchases. Window Puzzles also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (100 vs 13). Artifact's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Window Puzzles sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and Artifact sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Window Puzzles against 4.9 for Artifact. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Window Puzzles has 100 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Window Puzzles ships an update monthly, Artifact every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Window Puzzles | Artifact |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (100 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/window-puzzles/id1447183265/reviews) | [4.9 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artifact-3d-puzzle-lite/id1626615924/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **100** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 613 MB | 596 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPad, Mac | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CleverInfo](https://appshunter.io/developer/476838618) | [Mikhail Bakunovich](https://appshunter.io/developer/1455006854) |

## What reviewers say

### Window Puzzles

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/window-puzzles/id1447183265)

Rebuild intricate stained glass windows by placing glass shards in their correct positions. Offers a peaceful, educational, and family-friendly puzzle experience with adjustable difficulty and helpful tools.

**Highlights:** 126 unique stained glass window puzzles, Drag and drop interface, Adjustable difficulty levels, Automatic saving of progress, Optional guides (outlines, ghost image), Auto-Zoom for small pieces, Game Center achievements

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Puzzle Pack 1 : 14 x Mixed | Free | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 2 : 14 x Church | Free | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 3 : 14 Non-Relig. | Free | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 4 : 14xTiffany | Free | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 5 : 14 Tall Window | Free | one-time |
| Unlock all Window Puzzles | Free | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 6 : 14 x USA | Free | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 7 : 14 x Colourful | Free | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 8 : 14 Interesting | Free | one-time |


### Artifact

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artifact-3d-puzzle-lite/id1626615924)

Assemble fragmented ancient artworks in this unique 3D puzzle game. Explore and reconstruct relics from various cultures with intuitive controls and stunning visuals. Adjust difficulty and enjoy a relaxing, mentally stimulating experience.

**Highlights:** Assemble broken 3D artifacts, Puzzles inspired by real masterpieces, Explore relics from different cultures, Intuitive touch controls, Adjustable difficulty levels, Stunning 3D graphics and audio

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Window Puzzles free?

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

### Is Artifact free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Window Puzzles or Artifact?

Window Puzzles and Artifact are both rated 4.9 out of 5 on the App Store, from 100 and 13 ratings respectively.

### Do Window Puzzles or Artifact have ads?

Neither Window Puzzles nor Artifact shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Window Puzzles or Artifact?

Window Puzzles ships an update monthly, and Artifact every 5 months. Most recently, Window Puzzles was updated on September 8, 2026 and Artifact on September 22, 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.*