# 2048 vs Grid Hero

The clearest difference is rating: Grid Hero at 5.0 against 2048's 4.3. Grid Hero also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 67%) and update cadence (weekly vs every 5 months). 2048's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ratings volume (11 vs 2). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Grid Hero sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. 2048 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Grid Hero holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 2048 has 11 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of 2048's written reviews are positive against 100% of Grid Hero's.

2048 ships an update every 5 months, Grid Hero weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 2048 | Grid Hero |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2048-square-and-hex-3d/id1521832310/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-hero-logic-puzzles/id6474739003/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **11** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 19 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [小健 赵](https://appshunter.io/developer/1521832312) | [YIKAI WANG](https://appshunter.io/developer/634355643) |

## What reviewers say

### 2048

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2048-square-and-hex-3d/id1521832310)

Merge numbered tiles on a hexagonal or square grid to reach the 2048 tile and beyond. Offers multiple grid sizes, difficulty levels, and AI hints for strategic gameplay.

**Highlights:** Hexagonal and square game modes, Multiple grid sizes (4x4 to 7x7), Four difficulty levels, AI hints for next move, Undo last step, Realistic 3D effects

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Grid Hero

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-hero-logic-puzzles/id6474739003)

This app offers a vast collection of number-based logic puzzles, including Sudoku, Hitori, and Minesweeper. It provides daily challenges and new levels weekly, with new games continually being added. Enjoy a growing library of brain-teasing fun.

**Highlights:** Extensive logic puzzle collection, Daily bonus and challenge, Weekly new challenge levels, Continuous addition of new games, Multiple subscription options

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium (Monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium (Quarterly) | $4.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium (Annual) | $17.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 2048 free?

2048 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Grid Hero free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 2048 or Grid Hero?

Grid Hero is rated higher. 2048 averages 4.3 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Grid Hero averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do 2048 or Grid Hero have ads?

Both 2048 and Grid Hero show ads.

### Which is updated more often, 2048 or Grid Hero?

2048 ships an update every 5 months, and Grid Hero weekly. Most recently, 2048 was updated on November 3, 2026 and Grid Hero on November 4, 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.*