# POINPY vs Thread and Beads

The clearest difference is ads: POINPY at none against Thread and Beads's shown. POINPY also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and ratings volume (153 vs 1). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. POINPY sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Thread and Beads sells 4 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 — 4.9 for POINPY against 5.0 for Thread and Beads. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: POINPY has 153 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

POINPY ships an update every 2 weeks, Thread and Beads every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | POINPY | Thread and Beads |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (153 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poinpy/id1529163722/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thread-and-beads/id6761869741/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **153** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 95.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 218 MB | 137 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Devolver](https://appshunter.io/developer/457410262) | [Tea Stained House LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1891874030) |

## What reviewers say

### POINPY

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poinpy/id1529163722)

Bounce upwards, dodging enemies and collecting fruit to feed a hungry beast. Unlock new abilities and modes as you climb higher in this vertical action game. Explore randomly generated areas and master one-handed controls.

**Highlights:** Intuitive one-handed controls, Bounce and flip mechanics, Collect fruit for beast's juice, Dodge adorable baddies, Unlockable puzzle and endless modes, Randomly generated areas

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Standard Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Generous Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Super Generous Tip! | $9.99 | one-time |


### Thread and Beads

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thread-and-beads/id6761869741)

A cozy puzzle game where you link colorful beads to create satisfying chains and achieve goals. Enjoy a low-stress, gentle strategy experience designed for quick sessions or longer play.

**Highlights:** Link colorful beads, Plan satisfying chains, Complete strategic goals, Earn coins, Low-stress puzzle experience, Zen Mode for calmer play

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1,000 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 2,500 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Banner Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| 10,000 coins | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is POINPY free?

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

### Is Thread and Beads free?

Thread and Beads is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, POINPY or Thread and Beads?

Thread and Beads is rated higher. POINPY averages 4.9 out of 5 from 153 ratings, while Thread and Beads averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do POINPY or Thread and Beads have ads?

Thread and Beads shows ads; POINPY does not.

### Which is updated more often, POINPY or Thread and Beads?

POINPY ships an update every 2 weeks, and Thread and Beads every 3 weeks. Most recently, POINPY was updated on October 17, 2026 and Thread and Beads on October 15, 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.*