# Pull the Pin vs BlockPuz

The clearest difference is review sentiment: BlockPuz at 57% against Pull the Pin's 14%. BlockPuz also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.4) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Pull the Pin's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 4 weeks). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pull the Pin sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and BlockPuz sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

BlockPuz holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 250K and 200K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of Pull the Pin's written reviews are positive against 57% of BlockPuz's.

Pull the Pin ships an update weekly, BlockPuz every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on November 13, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pull the Pin | BlockPuz |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (250K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pull-the-pin/id1496150467/reviews) | **[4.9 (200K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blockpuz-blocks-puzzles-crush/id1547762178/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **250K** | 200K |
| Positive reviews | 14.5% of reviews | **56.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 418 MB | 303 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Popcore GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1375461777) | [LI SAIHUA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1094636976) |

## What reviewers say

### Pull the Pin

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pull-the-pin/id1496150467)

A physics-based puzzle game where players must strategically remove pins to guide colored balls into a pipe. Levels introduce color-mixing mechanics, challenging your logic and timing. Enjoy satisfying graphics and innovative challenges.

**Highlights:** Physics-based gameplay, Strategic pin removal, Color-mixing puzzles, Satisfying graphics, Challenging levels, Brain teaser

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $7.99 | one-time |
| Get All Sumer Event Rewards | $7.99 | one-time |
| Easter Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| Summer Event | $9.99 | one-time |
| Back to School Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| Halloween Event Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| Thanksgiving Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| Winter Event | $9.99 | one-time |
| Back to School | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and relaxing gameplay
- 💰 Ability to earn coins by watching ads
- 🌈 Variety of ball and background customizations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚧 Levels do not increase in difficulty
- 💤 Repetitive and boring after a while
- 📺 Excessive number of ads interrupting gameplay
- 🐛 Glitches causing levels to fail unfairly

**Reported bugs**

- Puzzle pieces not registering as collected
- Levels freezing or failing without player input
- Ads failing to load and preventing progress

**Requested features**

- More challenging and varied puzzle levels
- Ability to spend earned coins on meaningful upgrades
- Option to disable ads for a one-time fee


### BlockPuz

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blockpuz-blocks-puzzles-crush/id1547762178)

This game offers a refreshing take on classic block puzzles with innovative jigsaw elements. Enjoy a simple, cool interface and easy-to-master rules for brain-teasing fun. Play offline anytime, anywhere, and challenge friends to beat your high score.

**Highlights:** Classic block puzzle gameplay, Innovative jigsaw puzzle mechanics, Simple and refreshing interface, Easy-to-master rules, Offline play capability, Brainstorming challenges

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ads permanently | $2.99 | one-time |
| Unlock VIP levels | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and challenging puzzles
- 🧠 Variety of game modes
- 💡 Multiple games in one app
- 🎨 Visually appealing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤯 Excessive ads after every level
- ⏱️ Ads longer than gameplay
- 🙄 Misleading IQ claims
- 🔍 Lack of landscape mode

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezing or crashing
- Daily challenges not working
- Glitchy ad interactions

**Requested features**

- Option to disable ads
- More difficult puzzle levels
- Multiplayer/competitive mode
- Ability to save progress


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pull the Pin free?

Pull the Pin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is BlockPuz free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pull the Pin or BlockPuz?

BlockPuz is rated higher. Pull the Pin averages 4.4 out of 5 from 250K ratings, while BlockPuz averages 4.9 from 200K ratings.

### Do Pull the Pin or BlockPuz have ads?

Both Pull the Pin and BlockPuz show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pull the Pin or BlockPuz?

Pull the Pin ships an update weekly, and BlockPuz every 4 weeks. Most recently, Pull the Pin was updated on November 13, 2026 and BlockPuz on November 13, 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.*