# Boxed In vs Hexa Sort Master

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Boxed In at 75% against Hexa Sort Master's 30%. Boxed In also leads on ads (none vs shown). Hexa Sort Master's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 3.6) and ratings volume (11K vs 610). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Boxed In sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Hexa Sort Master sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Hexa Sort Master holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hexa Sort Master has 11K ratings behind it against 610, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 75% of Boxed In's written reviews are positive against 30% of Hexa Sort Master's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Boxed In ships an update every 2 months, Hexa Sort Master every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Boxed In | Hexa Sort Master |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (610 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boxed-in/id314464100/reviews) | **[4.7 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hexa-sort-master-merge-puzzle/id6499407178/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 610 | **11K** |
| Positive reviews | **74.5% of reviews** | 30.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 235 MB | 331 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Dennis Mengelt](https://appshunter.io/developer/314464103) | [Home Entertainment Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1868355276) |

## What reviewers say

### Boxed In

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boxed-in/id314464100)

Embark on a cosmic puzzle adventure as a robotic explorer. Navigate mind-bending challenges by pushing boxes through mesmerizing space backdrops. Strategize to collect gear and outmaneuver forcefields to reach the exit.

**Highlights:** Hundreds of handcrafted puzzles, Create and share your own puzzles, Play community-created puzzles, Optional player rankings, Collect gear items, Navigate forcefields

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Undos | $0.99 | one-time |
| Level Pack 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Level Pack 3 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Level Pack 1 Unlock | $0.99 | one-time |
| Level Pack 2 Unlock | $0.99 | one-time |
| Level Pack 3 Unlock | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Challenging and engaging puzzles
- 🧠 Exercises the mind
- 🕹️ Simple but addictive gameplay
- 💰 Great value for free app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Game freezes or crashes after completing levels
- 🔇 Lack of sound effects or music
- 🔍 Difficulty seeing the robot character
- 🎨 Dislike for updated 3D graphics

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes on certain levels
- Progress not saved properly
- Controls not responsive at times

**Requested features**

- More levels and content
- Option to revert to original 2D graphics
- Ability to replay completed levels
- Level editor or creator


### Hexa Sort Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hexa-sort-master-merge-puzzle/id6499407178)

Engage your mind with a captivating hexa sorting and merging puzzle game. Arrange hexagon tiles in dynamic 3D environments to create mesmerizing patterns and achieve perfect color matches across hundreds of challenging levels. Enjoy stunning visuals and a relaxing soundtrack.

**Highlights:** Innovative hexa sorting gameplay, Engaging sorting puzzles, Hundreds of levels, Stunning 3D graphics, Social features and leaderboards, Relaxing soundtrack

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Winnner's Wheel | $1.99 | one-time |
| Endless Treasure | $3.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank | $3.99 | one-time |
| Beginner's Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Beginners Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $5.99 | one-time |
| Heartfelt Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Value Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Addictive and fun gameplay
- 🎨 Colorful and visually appealing
- 🧠 Challenging and mentally stimulating
- 🕹️ Smooth controls and intuitive interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Excessive and intrusive ads
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🤥 False advertising about ad-free experience

**Reported bugs**

- Board movement issues when trying to move tiles
- Rewards not always working as expected
- Leaderboard rankings resetting unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- Option to disable ads permanently
- Improved performance on older devices
- More customization options for the game board


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Boxed In free?

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

### Is Hexa Sort Master free?

Hexa Sort Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Boxed In or Hexa Sort Master?

Hexa Sort Master is rated higher. Boxed In averages 3.6 out of 5 from 610 ratings, while Hexa Sort Master averages 4.7 from 11K ratings.

### Do Boxed In or Hexa Sort Master have ads?

Hexa Sort Master shows ads; Boxed In does not.

### Which is updated more often, Boxed In or Hexa Sort Master?

Boxed In ships an update every 2 months, and Hexa Sort Master every 3 weeks. Most recently, Boxed In was updated on November 6, 2026 and Hexa Sort Master on November 6, 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.*