Comparison

Planet Formula vs DotThief

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

Head to head
About

Planet Formula

Embark on a celestial match-3 adventure across the Solar System. Solve 125 unique puzzles by earning points, breaking ice, or collecting coins within a limited number of moves. Utilize powerful planet combinations and strategic moves to overcome challenges.

Highlights
  • 125 unique match-3 levels
  • Special power-up planets
  • Strategic move mechanics
  • Ice tile and wall breaking
  • VoiceOver accessibility
  • T-chain and L-chain combinations
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Explore the Solar System in Planet Formula, a match-3 puzzle game featuring 125 unique levels with engaging objectives. Complete each level by earning points, breaking ice tiles, or collecting coins—all within a set number of moves. Earn special power-ups: - Magic Planets: Match five planets in a row or column to create a magic planet. Swap it to clear all planets of the same type on the board and score big. - Special Planets: Match four planets to create a special planet with a white border. Use it in a match to clear an entire row or column. - Discover combinations like T-chains and L-chains for massive point boosts. Break ice by clearing planets underneath, and remove walls by eliminating adjacent planets. Be strategic — walls grow if no nearby planets are destroyed in the previous move. Accessibility Features: Planet Formula is designed with VoiceOver users in mind: - Tap a grid cell to hear the planet’s type and position. - To move a planet, select it with a single tap, then double-tap to start moving. - Choose the destination with another tap and confirm with a double-tap to complete the move. With simple mechanics and thoughtful design, Planet Formula offers an enjoyable, relaxing experience — perfect for playing at home, during a break, or while commuting. Challenge yourself, earn points, and rise through the ranks in this solar system-inspired puzzle adventure.

About

DotThief

Features
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Connect dots, build combos, break records! Dot Thief is an addictive puzzle game that tests your quick reflexes. Connect same-colored dots by dragging your finger across the screen. But watch out — touch a gray trap dot and it's game over! Features: - Drag and connect gameplay - 4 difficulty phases: Warmup, Rhythm, Chaos, Master - Fever Mode with x16 score multiplier - 18 unique skins and 15 background themes - 7 boosters for strategic play - Daily missions and gifts - Game Center leaderboards - 11 language support Each round is 15-45 seconds — perfect for quick breaks!

Screenshots

Planet Formula4 screens
DotThief4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DotThief at none against Planet Formula's 3. DotThief also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 months). Planet Formula's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Planet Formula sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. DotThief asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Planet Formula ships an update every 2 months, DotThief every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Planet Formula versus DotThief: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlanet FormulaDotThief
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better16
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerx2line.com LLCOmer ELMAS

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Planet Formula

One-time3
  • Extra 4 Moves$1.99
  • Extra 8 Moves$2.99
  • Extra 15 Moves$3.99
None

DotThief

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Planet Formula free?
Planet Formula is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DotThief free?
DotThief is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Planet Formula or DotThief have ads?
Planet Formula shows ads; DotThief does not.
Which is updated more often, Planet Formula or DotThief?
Planet Formula ships an update every 2 months, and DotThief every 2 days. Most recently, Planet Formula was updated on October 7, 2026 and DotThief on October 1, 2026.

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