# Squares* vs Dots and Boxes (Dot Game)

The clearest difference is rating: Squares* at 4.0 against Dots and Boxes (Dot Game)'s 2.0. Squares* also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). Dots and Boxes (Dot Game)'s advantage is review sentiment (67% vs 50%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dots and Boxes (Dot Game) sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Squares* asks for nothing beyond the download.

Squares* holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 2 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of Squares*'s written reviews are positive against 67% of Dots and Boxes (Dot Game)'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Squares* ships an update every 19 months, Dots and Boxes (Dot Game) every 17 months. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Squares* | Dots and Boxes (Dot Game) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/squares/id1637793126/reviews)** | [2.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dots-and-boxes-dot-game/id6474048220/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **4** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 19 months | **Every 17 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1 MB | 68 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alexander Berson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1531453464) | [Roghan Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1427720845) |

## What reviewers say

### Squares*

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/squares/id1637793126)

A classic game of strategy where players aim to complete more squares than their opponent. It's a simple yet engaging experience for quick matches.

**Highlights:** Complete squares, Outscore opponent, Simple strategy, Classic gameplay

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Dots and Boxes (Dot Game)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dots-and-boxes-dot-game/id6474048220)

Connect dots to draw lines and strategically close squares to claim territory. Compete against AI or friends in this classic strategy game with multiple modes and colorful themes. Perfect for brain training and casual fun for all ages.

**Highlights:** Connect dots to draw lines, Close squares to claim territory, Single-player and multiplayer modes, Multiple difficulty levels, Squares and triangles modes, Colorful themes

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Squares* free?

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

### Is Dots and Boxes (Dot Game) free?

Dots and Boxes (Dot Game) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Squares* or Dots and Boxes (Dot Game)?

Squares* is rated higher. Squares* averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Dots and Boxes (Dot Game) averages 2.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Squares* or Dots and Boxes (Dot Game) have ads?

Dots and Boxes (Dot Game) shows ads; Squares* does not.

### Which is updated more often, Squares* or Dots and Boxes (Dot Game)?

Squares* ships an update every 19 months, and Dots and Boxes (Dot Game) every 17 months. Most recently, Squares* was updated on September 12, 2026 and Dots and Boxes (Dot Game) on September 13, 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.*