# Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb vs Mastermine

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Mastermine at 73% against Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb's 27%. Mastermine also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb's advantage is ratings volume (66K vs 117) and rating (4.6 vs 4.3). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.19 per year and Mastermine sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb has 66K ratings behind it against 117, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 27% of Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb's written reviews are positive against 73% of Mastermine's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb ships an update every 3 months, Mastermine every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb | Mastermine |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (66K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minesweeper-puzzle-bomb/id306937222/reviews)** | [4.3 (117 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mastermine/id1529127991/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **66K** | 117 |
| Positive reviews | 27.0% of reviews | **72.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 186 MB | 148 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Maple Media Apps, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1289801633) | [Adam Soutar](https://appshunter.io/developer/1529127993) |

## What reviewers say

### Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minesweeper-puzzle-bomb/id306937222)

A classic logic puzzle game where you use strategy to clear a minefield without detonating any bombs. Features include customizable boards, difficulty settings, and progress tracking.

**Highlights:** Custom board builder, High score leaderboard, Stats tracking, Difficulty levels, Flag mode, Pinch to zoom, Portrait & Landscape mode

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Puzzlebomb Discount 3 | $3.19 | per year |
| Puzzlebomb Discount 2 | $4.79 | per year |
| Puzzle Bomb Discount 1 | $6.39 | per year |
| Minesweeper Subscription | $6.99 | per year |
| Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb Annual | $7.99 | per year |
| Puzzle Bomb Pro | $7.99 | per year |
| Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb Annual | $9.99 | per year |
| Puzzle Bomb Premium | $14.99 | per year |
| Puzzle Bomb Apps Bundle | $14.99 | per month |
| Remove Ads | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Classic gameplay
- 📊 Detailed statistics
- 🎮 Addictive experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Excessive ads
- 🔍 Inconsistent first-click behavior
- 🕰️ Slow game reset after losses
- 🐛 Incorrect number displays
- 🔇 Interrupts background audio

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect mine counts around numbered tiles
- Game freezes and resets progress
- Recycled game boards

**Requested features**

- Option to disable end-game animations
- Ability to view board after losses
- Customizable flag/reveal mechanics
- Separate high score tracking for difficulty levels


### Mastermine

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mastermine/id1529127991)

Experience a 3D twist on a classic logic puzzle. Navigate complex boards across a 3D cube, utilizing unique power-ups and customizable skins. Compete globally on leaderboards and explore various game modes for endless challenges.

**Highlights:** 3D cube board navigation, Power-ups for board manipulation, Customizable skins, Global solve-time leaderboards, Multiple game modes (Time Crisis, Campaign, Sandbox), Ever-increasing cube sizes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mastermine PRO Upgrade | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Innovative 3D twist on classic Minesweeper
- 🎵 High-quality, well-designed music and audio
- 🆓 Free to play with no ads in free version
- 💎 Polished and well-developed game
- 💰 Reasonable pricing for Pro features ($1.99-$2)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🎮 Confusing control scheme (tap vs. hold)
- 🐛 Accidental reveals when trying to flag
- 🔄 Inconsistent touch detection and responsiveness
- 🎨 Limited iPad support (portrait mode only)
- 💳 Significant paywall for higher difficulties (8x8+)

**Reported bugs**

- Leaderboard fails to load
- Flag placement sometimes unresponsive
- Sync error in settings
- Refresh glitch causing progress loss after reinstall
- Time Crisis mode timer starts at random intervals

**Requested features**

- Customizable control scheme (tap to reveal, hold to flag)
- Dedicated flag/reveal toggle button on HUD
- Landscape mode support for iPad
- Better tutorial and how-to-play guide
- Number orientation lock (always facing up)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb free?

Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Mastermine free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb or Mastermine?

Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb is rated higher. Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb averages 4.6 out of 5 from 66K ratings, while Mastermine averages 4.3 from 117 ratings.

### Do Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb or Mastermine have ads?

Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb shows ads; Mastermine does not.

### Which is updated more often, Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb or Mastermine?

Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb ships an update every 3 months, and Mastermine every 3 weeks. Most recently, Minesweeper Puzzle Bomb was updated on November 6, 2026 and Mastermine on November 3, 2026.

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