Minesweeper vs Mine Seeker
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Minesweeper
A classic logic puzzle game with a modern interface. Strategically uncover hidden mines on a grid, using deduction to avoid detonation. Compete globally for the fastest times and challenge yourself with various difficulty settings.
- Classic Minesweeper gameplay
- Modern design
- Logic and strategy challenges
- Multiple difficulty levels
- Global time leaderboards
- Offline play
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Classic Minesweeper game with modern design. Find all the mines without detonating them. Use logic and strategy to clear the minefield. Challenge yourself with different difficulty levels. Compete for the best time with users worldwide.
Mine Seeker
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Rediscover the legendary puzzle game that defined a generation. Minesweeper is back — smarter, sleeker, and more addictive than ever! Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned strategist, this modern take on the timeless classic is the perfect way to challenge your logic and focus. How to Play: Tap squares to reveal numbers Use logic to avoid hidden mines Flag the mines, clear the board, and win! Each number shows how many mines are touching that square — it's up to you to figure out where they are. One mistake, and boom! 4 Different Game Modes * Daily Challenge * 50 Levels * Create your own custom game * Classic Mode
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mine Seeker at none against Minesweeper's 1. On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. Minesweeper sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. Mine Seeker asks for nothing beyond the download.
Minesweeper ships an update weekly, Mine Seeker every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Minesweeper | Mine Seeker |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (23 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 23 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 10 days |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 38 MB | 228 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Gyuhyeon Jeon | Travel Bug Games |
In-app purchases
Minesweeper
- Remove advertisements$0.991 Month
Mine Seeker
No in-app purchases
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