# Decoder vs Lazors

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Lazors at 95% against Decoder's 0%. Lazors also leads on rating (4.5 vs 1.2) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 7 months). Decoder's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 13.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Lazors sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Decoder asks for nothing beyond the download.

Lazors holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lazors has 568 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Decoder's written reviews are positive against 95% of Lazors's.

Decoder ships an update every 7 months, Lazors every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Decoder | Lazors |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/decoder/id294816947/reviews) | **[4.5 (568 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lazors/id386458926/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **568** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **95.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1 MB | 34 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Edwin Hou](https://appshunter.io/developer/292240393) | [Pyrosphere, Lda](https://appshunter.io/developer/386458929) |

## What reviewers say

### Decoder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/decoder/id294816947)

This app assists players in solving the Mastermind logic game. It helps narrow down possible solutions by analyzing your guesses and their scores. Continue inputting your game progress until only one solution remains.

**Highlights:** Mastermind game solver, Input guesses and scores, Reduces possible solutions, Guides to single solution

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Lazors

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lazors/id386458926)

A captivating puzzle game where players manipulate mirrors and blocks to redirect lasers and hit all targets. It offers over 280 challenging levels, from simple puzzles to complex brain teasers, with an intuitive interface and a helpful hint system.

**Highlights:** Over 280 levels, Intuitive gameplay, Hint system, Move blocks, Reflect lasers, Hit all targets

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 20 Hints | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lazors Deluxe | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great game
- 🧠 Challenging puzzles
- 💎 Unique concept
- 🕰️ Good time killer
- 🔍 Engaging brain teasers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Hint system could be improved
- 🔊 No music/audio support
- 🔁 Repetitive after completing levels
- 🕹️ Accidental button presses (hint, finish)

**Reported bugs**

- Issues with latest OS updates
- Levels not loading properly for some users

**Requested features**

- More levels and level packs
- Ability to create and share custom levels
- Leaderboards and competitive features
- Different laser/block colors and mechanics


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Decoder free?

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

### Is Lazors free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Decoder or Lazors?

Lazors is rated higher. Decoder averages 1.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Lazors averages 4.5 from 568 ratings.

### Do Decoder or Lazors have ads?

Neither Decoder nor Lazors shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Decoder or Lazors?

Decoder ships an update every 7 months, and Lazors every 3 weeks. Most recently, Decoder was updated on September 16, 2026 and Lazors on October 5, 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.*