Comparison

Minesweeper Classic 2 vs ™ Minesweeper

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Minesweeper Classic 2

Experience the classic logic puzzle game on your mobile device. Use strategy to reveal numbered tiles and avoid hidden mines. Create custom challenges and track your progress to improve your scores.

Highlights
  • Logic-based minefield clearing
  • Custom board builder
  • Progress and game stats tracking
  • Multiple difficulty levels
  • Flagging mode for suspected mines
  • High score leaderboard
Features
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Minesweeper 2 is the sequel to the classic retro PC game, bringing the nostalgic game you know and love to your mobile phone. The game is simple: use strategy and logic to avoid the bombs to clear the minefield. Challenge yourself and use the custom board builder to create your own puzzles. Track progress and game stats to beat your own times & scores. If you like old classic games like chess, checkers, backgammon, solitaire, freecell, and classic puzzle games like sudoku, tetris, and crossword puzzles then this game is for you. How to Play: Start with a covered mine field of square tiles and clear the field by tapping one square at a time. Beneath each tile is is either a number to indicates how many mines are touching the tile, a blank space, or a mine that will explode when tapped. Use strategy and logic to navigate the mine map and win the game! Features: High Score leaderboard for each difficulty setting Stats tracking to keep monitor your progress Select level of difficulty: Beginner, Medium, Difficult Customize your game for an even greater challenge Flag Mode: Mark tiles you think are bombs Easy to use interface, smooth gaming experience Pinch to zoom Use hints to reveal the location of a single bomb Portrait & Landscape mode available on both iPhone and iPad Thanks for playing Minesweeper Classic 2! Have questions or feedback? Email us at contact@maplemedia.io for fast & friendly support. View our Terms of Service at: https://maplemedia.io/terms-of-service/ View our Privacy Policy at: https://maplemedia.io/privacy/

About

™ Minesweeper

Relive the classic Minesweeper puzzle game with a modern mobile adaptation. Enjoy authentic gameplay, customizable challenges, and helpful features like undo and hints. Compete globally and save your progress.

Highlights
  • Authentic classic gameplay
  • Diverse themes
  • Undo feature
  • Multiple difficulty levels
  • Customizable challenges
  • Zoom functionality
  • Global leaderboards
Features
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Minesweeper: Classic Strategy, Modern Touch Experience the legendary Minesweeper game, now brilliantly adapted for your mobile device. Enjoy this free, classic puzzle anytime, anywhere, with a nostalgic feel and contemporary enhancements. Authentic Gameplay: True to the classic Minesweeper experience. Diverse Themes: Choose from various themes, including a tranquil flower field. Undo Feature: No more worries about accidental clicks. Multiple Difficulties: Levels ranging from Easy to Expert. Custom Challenges: Create your own games with more mines for added excitement. Zoom Functionality: Effortlessly navigate large minefields. Global Leaderboards: Compete with players around the world. Helpful Hints: Assistance when you need it. Advanced Options: Quick Flagging and optional question marks for strategic depth. Tablet Compatibility: Smooth gameplay on both phones and tablets. Game Sharing: Share your Minesweeper journey with friends. Save and Load: Pick up right where you left off with game-saving options. Step into the world of Minesweeper, where strategic minds meet classic fun. Detect the mines and revel in the game!

Screenshots

Minesweeper Classic 24 screens
™ Minesweeper4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: ™ Minesweeper at none against Minesweeper Classic 2's shown. ™ Minesweeper also leads on review sentiment (45% vs 37%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Minesweeper Classic 2's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (7.6K vs 745). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Minesweeper Classic 2 sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and ™ Minesweeper sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Minesweeper Classic 2 against 4.5 for ™ Minesweeper. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Minesweeper Classic 2 has 7.6K ratings behind it against 745, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 37% of Minesweeper Classic 2's written reviews are positive against 45% of ™ Minesweeper's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Minesweeper Classic 2 ships an update every 2 months, ™ Minesweeper every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Minesweeper Classic 2 versus ™ Minesweeper: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMinesweeper Classic 2™ Minesweeper
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (7.6K ratings) — better4.5 (745 ratings)
Positive reviews37.2% of reviews45.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings7.6K — better745
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 5 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size134 MB97 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperMaple Media Apps, LLCVM Mobile Team

Customer experience

Minesweeper Classic 2

All ratings7,580 ratings
Positive90.7%
Neutral5.3%
Negative3.9%
Written reviews904 reviews
Positive37.2%
Neutral12.2%
Negative50.7%

™ Minesweeper

All ratings745 ratings
Positive89.1%
Neutral5.1%
Negative5.8%
Written reviews106 reviews
Positive45.3%
Neutral12.3%
Negative42.5%

User reviews

Minesweeper Classic 2

From 7.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Classic gameplay
  • 👍 Reminds users of the original Windows version
  • 😊 Enjoyable and addictive

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate/inconsistent numbers around mines
  • 🔍 Difficulty in starting a game due to blind luck
  • 🕰️ Slow game progression and transitions
  • 💰 Expensive subscription to remove ads
  • 🔧 Bugs and glitches in recent updates

™ Minesweeper

From 745 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Faithful recreation of classic Windows Minesweeper
  • 🎮 Engaging gameplay that appeals to nostalgic players
  • 💾 Lightweight app (only 11MB)
  • 🎨 Clean, simple design with appropriate theme and colors
  • ⚙️ Multiple difficulty levels available

Room to improve

  • 📢 Excessive and intrusive advertisements
  • 🚫 Ads blocking game buttons and score display
  • 💰 Paid version still contains ads
  • 🎮 Forced promotional pop-ups for other games
  • 📏 Small default square size requiring manual zoom each game

Bugs and requests

Minesweeper Classic 2

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Incorrect mine counts around numbered tiles
  • Flags randomly appearing without user interaction
  • Game freezes and crashes
  • Inconsistent high score tracking
  • Zoom and UI issues on larger screens

Requested features

5 requests
  • Undo/continue feature
  • Ability to view mistakes after losing
  • Customizable colors and themes
  • Diagonal scrolling
  • Improved flag functionality

™ Minesweeper

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App pastes clipboard contents and sends to server
  • Game orientation displays upside down
  • Game becomes unresponsive after promotional pop-up appears
  • Automatic switching to different games during gameplay

Requested features

5 requests
  • Persistent zoom level settings between games
  • Modern UI/design upgrade from Windows 3.1 aesthetic
  • Ad-free experience for paid users
  • Larger default square sizes
  • Option to disable promotional pop-ups

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Minesweeper Classic 2

Subscriptions5
  • Premium Monthly2 variants$1.991 Month
  • Premium Annual$6.991 Year
  • Minesweeper Classic 2 Pro$9.991 Year
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  • Minesweeper Classic 2 Pro3 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • Premium Annual$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • Unlock AllFree
  • Ad Free$14.99
1 purchases

™ Minesweeper

One-time1
  • Premium$3.99

Questions

Is Minesweeper Classic 2 free?
Minesweeper Classic 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ™ Minesweeper free?
™ Minesweeper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Minesweeper Classic 2 or ™ Minesweeper?
Minesweeper Classic 2 is rated higher. Minesweeper Classic 2 averages 4.6 out of 5 from 7.6K ratings, while ™ Minesweeper averages 4.5 from 745 ratings.
Do Minesweeper Classic 2 or ™ Minesweeper have ads?
Minesweeper Classic 2 shows ads; ™ Minesweeper does not.
Which is updated more often, Minesweeper Classic 2 or ™ Minesweeper?
Minesweeper Classic 2 ships an update every 2 months, and ™ Minesweeper every 5 months. Most recently, Minesweeper Classic 2 was updated on September 24, 2026 and ™ Minesweeper on September 21, 2026.

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