# Brainstorm Test vs Thief Puzzle

The clearest difference is rating: Brainstorm Test at 4.7 against Thief Puzzle's 4.0. Brainstorm Test also leads on ratings volume (8.4K vs 22) and review sentiment (16% vs 0%). Thief Puzzle's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Brainstorm Test sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Thief Puzzle asks for nothing beyond the download.

Brainstorm Test holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Brainstorm Test has 8.4K ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of Brainstorm Test's written reviews are positive against 0% of Thief Puzzle's.

Brainstorm Test ships an update every 2 months, Thief Puzzle fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Brainstorm Test | Thief Puzzle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (8.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainstorm-test-tricky-puzzle/id1602077913/reviews)** | [4.0 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thief-puzzle-cops-and-robbers/id6445875585/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **8.4K** | 22 |
| Positive reviews | **15.9% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | **#60** | — |
| Size | 341 MB | 114 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tribom Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1792165246) | [Tuc Nguyen Van](https://appshunter.io/developer/1627960308) |

## What reviewers say

### Brainstorm Test

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainstorm-test-tricky-puzzle/id1602077913)

**Currently charting:** #60 Top Free · Trivia, #147 Top Grossing · Trivia (US App Store)

Engage your mind with original riddles and tricky puzzles designed to challenge your analytical and creative thinking. This game offers a fun way to improve memory, reflexes, and problem-solving skills through unique levels and unexpected twists.

**Highlights:** Unique levels with original riddles, Tricky puzzles and brain teasers, Offline gameplay, Simple user interface, Stylized graphics and animations, Improves analytical and creative thinking

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Diamond Membership | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 100 gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| 300 gems | $3.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $6.99 | one-time |
| 1000 gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Gems | $17.99 | one-time |
| 3000 Gems | $23.99 | one-time |
| Royal Unlimited | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun game
- 💡 Keeps brain healthy
- 🚀 Surprisingly fun

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Too many ads
- 🐛 Hints/features not working
- 🔁 Repeating games
- 🔁 Progress reset

**Reported bugs**

- Hints/features not working
- Progress reset

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improved reward system


### Thief Puzzle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thief-puzzle-cops-and-robbers/id6445875585)

Guide the police to apprehend a thief in this engaging puzzle game. Progress through numerous levels, each offering a unique challenge and increasing difficulty. Enjoy a relaxing and fun experience as you solve your way to victory.

**Highlights:** Catch the thief gameplay, Multiple difficulty levels, Relaxing puzzle experience, Progress through levels, Engaging challenges

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Brainstorm Test free?

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

### Is Thief Puzzle free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Brainstorm Test or Thief Puzzle?

Brainstorm Test is rated higher. Brainstorm Test averages 4.7 out of 5 from 8.4K ratings, while Thief Puzzle averages 4.0 from 22 ratings.

### Do Brainstorm Test or Thief Puzzle have ads?

Both Brainstorm Test and Thief Puzzle show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Brainstorm Test or Thief Puzzle?

Brainstorm Test ships an update every 2 months, and Thief Puzzle fortnightly. Most recently, Brainstorm Test was updated on November 8, 2026 and Thief Puzzle on November 3, 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.*