Comparison

Log Thrower vs Blocks & Ropes

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Log Thrower

Transform everyday objects into projectiles and launch them with a cannon. Aim carefully to hit targets and score points from a jury. Manage your limited shots wisely to achieve the highest score.

Highlights
  • Transform objects into weapons
  • Sharpen and load projectiles
  • Fire shots from a cannon
  • Hit targets
  • Score points from jury
  • Limited shots
Features
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Turn dozens of peaceful things into a weapon. Sharpen it, load the cannon and fire a shot. Shots are limited, so make sure you hit the target. Try to get the max points from the jury. SUBSCRIPTION TERMS You can turn off the auto-renew for the subscription whenever you want to through iTunes. Check https://support.apple.com/HT202039. When your current trial/subscription period expires, you will be unsubscribed. The current active subscription period can not be canceled. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact us at support@playgendary.com Privacy Policy: https://playgendary.com/en/playgendary-limited-privacy-policy Terms of Use: http://www.playgendary.com/terms-of-use/

About

Blocks & Ropes

Untangle pairs of connected blocks by stretching and manipulating them to clear the board. This addictive puzzle game offers over 1000 levels with increasing complexity and new mechanics to challenge your logic and boost your IQ.

Highlights
  • Connect pairs of blocks
  • Over 1000 levels
  • Increasingly complex puzzles
  • New block mechanics
  • Bright and beautiful graphics
  • Skip levels option
Features
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► ROCK THE BLOCKS What a tangled web we weave, and you’re the one who’s going to untangle it in this unusual and entertaining puzzle game that requires you to stretch your imagination, unblock your logic, and really get your brain working. Tug and twist at the matted tangle until eventually something snaps and a pair of cubes break free. Solving the puzzle won’t be easy – especially as the number of blocks gets bigger and bigger and more and more complex mechanisms are added to the mix – but it’s bound to bring a massive dose of satisfaction when you finally set the last blocks free. ► CAN YOU SQUARE IT? • Feeling mentally blocked? This original and addictive brainteaser game is a great way to improve your IQ and give your mind a quick but powerful workout. Pairs of blocks connected by a stretchy cord must be brought together to clear the board and complete the puzzle. Pull this one up, push that one to the side, and keep shuffling till you’ve completed all the pairs. • It's a non-stop block party: With over 1000 levels to complete, there’s always something to engage your brain and get you thinking in this relaxing but intriguing puzzle game. Five minutes to spare? Get solving another tangled block puzzle. • New tricks on the block: As you progress through the game, you’ll come across a wide range of new mechanics that will keep the puzzles challenging and your brain ticking over – exploding blocks, pairs moving in one direction only, shattering glass cubes and much more. Be sure, you’ll never have time to get bored, and your logic will always be tested. • Blocks of colour: Original puzzle mechanics are combined with bright and beautiful graphics and satisfying haptic effects to brisk each puzzle and activate not just your logic but every part of your brain. • Never get stuck on the blocks: If you don’t see the solution straight away, you may pull and prod at different blocks on the board as long as you like – until you find a way to start setting them free. And if you really get stuck, there’s always an option of just skipping to the next level ensuring a stress-free and pleasurable playing experience. ► UNTANGLE, UNWIND AND HAVE FUN If you’re looking for a fast and entertaining puzzle game that would keep you engaged and your brain active for some five minutes or endless hours, then look no further than Shackled Cubes. Download the game now and throw yourself on untangling the knotted cubes in increasingly challenging and enjoyable puzzles that will give your brain enjoyable exercise while also helping you kick back and relax. Come and join the block party! Privacy Policy: https://say.games/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://say.games/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Log Thrower4 screens
Blocks & Ropes4 screens

Verdict

The call

Log Thrower and Blocks & Ropes both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 41% of Blocks & Ropes's written reviews are positive against 14% of Log Thrower's. Log Thrower's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (39K vs 5K). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Log Thrower sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Blocks & Ropes sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Log Thrower against 4.7 for Blocks & Ropes. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Log Thrower has 39K ratings behind it against 5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 14% of Log Thrower's written reviews are positive against 41% of Blocks & Ropes's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Log Thrower ships an update every 3 weeks, Blocks & Ropes every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Log Thrower versus Blocks & Ropes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLog ThrowerBlocks & Ropes
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (39K ratings)4.7 (5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews14.0% of reviews41.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings39K — better5K
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size326 MB466 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPlaygendary LimitedSayGames LTD

Customer experience

Log Thrower

All ratings39,389 ratings
Positive88.2%
Neutral4.2%
Negative7.6%
Written reviews408 reviews
Positive14.0%
Neutral5.1%
Negative80.9%

Blocks & Ropes

All ratings5,015 ratings
Positive91.6%
Neutral4.8%
Negative3.6%
Written reviews136 reviews
Positive41.2%
Neutral22.8%
Negative36.0%

User reviews

Log Thrower

From 39K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Smooth gameplay
  • 👍 Interesting concept
  • 🎨 Appealing graphics

Room to improve

  • 💸 Excessive advertisements
  • 🤯 Repetitive gameplay
  • 🔒 Lack of control over sharpening
  • 🤬 Inappropriate language

Blocks & Ropes

From 5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Relaxing and fun game
  • 🎨 Interesting and creative design
  • 💡 Variety of mechanics and challenges
  • 🎶 Gentle and soothing music

Room to improve

  • 🔍 Levels can be too easy at times
  • 🕰️ Slow progression to new mechanics
  • 🔋 High battery consumption due to ads
  • 🤯 Frustrating glitches and bugs
  • 💰 Excessive ads interrupting gameplay

Bugs and requests

Log Thrower

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashes on launch
  • Inability to continue after boss battles

Requested features

4 requests
  • Reduce advertisements
  • Add more gameplay variety
  • Allow manual control over sharpening
  • Implement age-appropriate content

Blocks & Ropes

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inability to progress past level 957
  • Glitches with certain block mechanics
  • Ads causing game freezes or crashes

Requested features

5 requests
  • Hint button or tutorial for new mechanics
  • Level select or difficulty options
  • Ability to disable or reduce ads
  • More challenging levels and puzzles
  • Customizable backgrounds and themes

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Log Thrower

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$5.997 Days
One-time1
  • No ads$4.99
1 purchases

Blocks & Ropes

One-time1
  • No ADS$2.99

Questions

Is Log Thrower free?
Log Thrower is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Blocks & Ropes free?
Blocks & Ropes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Log Thrower or Blocks & Ropes?
Blocks & Ropes is rated higher. Log Thrower averages 4.6 out of 5 from 39K ratings, while Blocks & Ropes averages 4.7 from 5K ratings.
Do Log Thrower or Blocks & Ropes have ads?
Both Log Thrower and Blocks & Ropes show ads.
Which is updated more often, Log Thrower or Blocks & Ropes?
Log Thrower ships an update every 3 weeks, and Blocks & Ropes every 2 months. Most recently, Log Thrower was updated on September 25, 2026 and Blocks & Ropes on September 22, 2026.

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