Comparison

Minesweeper Classic 2 vs Basic

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

Basic

Features
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Basic: Mine Sweeper is a modern, lightweight take on the classic puzzle game. Tap to reveal cells, flag suspicious tiles, and clear the board without hitting a mine. Built for focus and speed: • Clean, responsive controls • Easy / Medium / Hard + Custom board size • Offline gameplay • Local stats and best times • Sound on/off and simple theme settings • Resume where you left off Whether you play for a quick round or a long session, Basic: Mine Sweeper delivers the classic challenge in a minimal, smooth interface.

Screenshots

Minesweeper Classic 24 screens
Basic3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Minesweeper Classic 2 at Free against Basic's $0.99. Basic's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). On device support and iOS requirement 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

Minesweeper Classic 2 is free to download; Basic costs $0.99 up front. Minesweeper Classic 2 sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Basic asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Minesweeper Classic 2 ships an update every 2 months, Basic every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Minesweeper Classic 2 versus Basic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMinesweeper Classic 2Basic
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.6 (7.6K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews37.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings7.6K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size134 MB3 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperMaple Media Apps, LLCERCUMENT BERKE ARASTAMAN

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

Basic

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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
None

Basic

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Minesweeper Classic 2 free?
Minesweeper Classic 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Basic free?
Basic costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Minesweeper Classic 2 or Basic have ads?
Minesweeper Classic 2 shows ads; Basic does not.
Which is updated more often, Minesweeper Classic 2 or Basic?
Minesweeper Classic 2 ships an update every 2 months, and Basic every 5 days. Most recently, Minesweeper Classic 2 was updated on October 12, 2026 and Basic on September 22, 2026.

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