PathSums vs Patterns
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PathSums
A numeric puzzle game where players navigate a grid of numbers and operations. The goal is to reach a target value by moving from a starting point through the grid.
- Grid-based number puzzles
- Operations included in grid
- Start and goal points
- Target value objective
- Movement-based gameplay
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PathSums is a numeric puzzle game. You are presented with a grid of numbers and operations, a starting point and a goal. The object is to move from square to square trying to reach the target value.
Patterns
Unravel intricate patterns by strategically moving pieces to match the design. This calming puzzle game offers handcrafted levels, a minimalist aesthetic, and the ability to create and share your own challenges.
- 100 handcrafted levels
- Simple yet compelling gameplay
- Minimalist design with soothing sounds
- Create and share custom puzzles
- Hours of puzzling time
- Great replay value
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Patterns is a unique, calming and addictive puzzle game. Can you discover the order of steps to unravel the pieces and match the pattern? A challenging, rewarding and fun way to relax your brain. Features: • 100 handcrafted levels to enjoy • Simple rules, yet compelling gameplay • A colorful minimalist design with soothing sounds • Hours of puzzling time, with a great replay value • Create & share your own puzzles with friends and family How to play: • Drag & drop pieces across the columns • Your pieces stack up in each column • You can only move the top pieces first • Got stuck? Retry the level and lose a life • Match the pattern in as little steps as possible Sounds too simple or too hard? Don't worry! All of these and further interesting gameplay elements are introduced as your progress through the levels. Tip: You can create & design your own puzzles, share them with your friends and family and challenge them to solve your creation. You can also get your own puzzles featured in the app by sending them to support@flyabb.com Download Patterns now and discover a one-of-a-kind free-to-play puzzler that you will enjoy for hours on end.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PathSums at none against Patterns's 4. Patterns's advantage is update cadence (every 10 months vs every 181 months) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 11.0). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. Patterns sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. PathSums asks for nothing beyond the download.
PathSums ships an update every 181 months, Patterns every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PathSums | Patterns |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 181 months | Every 10 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 | 9.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 25 MB | 59 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Fiendsoft | Fly Your Vision B.V. |
Customer experience
PathSums
Patterns
In-app purchases
PathSums
No in-app purchases
Patterns
- Unlock Level$0.99
- 1 Day Infinite Lives$0.99
- 3 Days Infinite Lives$1.99
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- Forever Infinite Lives$3.99
Questions
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