# Brain Out vs String Art

Brain Out and String Art both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 62% of Brain Out's written reviews are positive against 37% of String Art's. Brain Out also leads on ratings volume (247K vs 26K) and chart position (#100 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Brain Out sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and String Art sells 3 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 — 4.6 for Brain Out against 4.6 for String Art. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Brain Out has 247K ratings behind it against 26K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 62% of Brain Out's written reviews are positive against 37% of String Art's.

Brain Out ships an update every 3 weeks, String Art every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Brain Out | String Art |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (247K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brain-out-tricky-riddle-games/id1477841973/reviews) | **[4.6 (26K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/string-art/id6443872608/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **247K** | 26K |
| Positive reviews | **61.7% of reviews** | 37.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#100** | — |
| Size | 293 MB | 208 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [EYEWIND LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1317690197) | [SUPERSONIC STUDIOS LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1499845738) |

## What reviewers say

### Brain Out

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brain-out-tricky-riddle-games/id1477841973)

**Currently charting:** #100 Top Free · Word (US App Store)

Challenge your mind with this addictive puzzle game featuring tricky brain teasers and absurd solutions. It tests your logical thinking, reflexes, and creativity with unexpected answers that subvert normal thinking. Experience a unique blend of knowledge and humor to boost your brain power.

**Highlights:** Tricky brain teasers, Absurd solutions, Tests logical thinking, Tests reflexes and accuracy, Tests memory and creativity, Unimagined gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Key x 10 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Key x 5 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Weekly Card | $1.99 | one-time |
| Key x 20 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Key x 10 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Key x 40 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads + 10tips | $4.99 | one-time |
| Great Value | $4.99 | one-time |
| Key x 50 | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🧠 Challenges the mind
- 🤔 Encourages out-of-the-box thinking
- 🎨 Unique and creative puzzles
- 🧠 Helps improve problem-solving skills
- 🕹️ Fun and addictive gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Too many ads interrupting gameplay
- 🤔 Obscure and illogical solutions
- 🤯 Frustrating when hints don't help
- 🤷‍♂️ Inconsistent grammar and wording
- 🕰️ Levels can be completed too quickly

**Reported bugs**

- Levels with glitches or unresponsive controls
- Issues with ad playback and inability to exit ads
- Inconsistent behavior when using hints or keys

**Requested features**

- More levels and content updates
- Ability to skip levels without using hints
- Improved hint system that actually provides useful guidance
- Option to disable ads for a one-time fee
- Better balance between easy, medium, and challenging puzzles


### String Art

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/string-art/id6443872608)

Create unique visual art using digital strings. Design intricate patterns and colorful masterpieces with an intuitive interface. Unleash your creativity and explore endless artistic possibilities.

**Highlights:** Create string art, Design intricate patterns, Use digital strings, Explore artistic possibilities, Intuitive interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| No Ads+10,000 Money | $3.99 | one-time |
| No Ads+10,000 Money+1000 Gem | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Great game
- 👍 Fun and satisfying
- 😌 Relaxing and calming

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Too many ads
- ⏱️ Takes too long to complete pictures
- 🔍 Finished art doesn't match the reference

**Reported bugs**

- Ads don't go away even with paid ad-free option
- Game resets settings when moving to next level

**Requested features**

- More level variety
- Offline play mode
- Ability to customize art frames


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Brain Out free?

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

### Is String Art free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Brain Out or String Art?

String Art is rated higher. Brain Out averages 4.6 out of 5 from 247K ratings, while String Art averages 4.6 from 26K ratings.

### Do Brain Out or String Art have ads?

Both Brain Out and String Art show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Brain Out or String Art?

Brain Out ships an update every 3 weeks, and String Art every 2 weeks. Most recently, Brain Out was updated on September 25, 2026 and String Art on September 25, 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.*