Comparison

Kerplinkus vs Jello Blocks

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

Head to head
About

Kerplinkus

This challenging puzzle game offers a unique take on block removal, requiring players to manage eight columns simultaneously. Swap any two blocks to clear them, avoiding an out-of-control cascade. Enjoy retro audio and graphics, with the option to play your own music.

Highlights
  • Unique block removal mechanics
  • Manage 8 columns simultaneously
  • Swap any two blocks
  • Retro audio and graphics
  • Play with your own music
  • Game Center integration
Features
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“[Kerplinkus] delivers a fresh take on the formula that's simple and highly challenging — in fact, it can be downright panic inspiring. It's a pretty frantic affair.” -Blake of Touch Arcade “Kerplinkus promises retro take on match-based puzzle play... mixing the old with the new... [in] a distinctly old skool flavour.” -Keith Andrews of Pocket Gamer “Is very, very addictive. Prying yourself away from the game proves very difficult. It has high replay potential and will offer many hours of entertainment.... This is a must-buy for casual puzzle game players.” -Linda Ta of AppSafari “If you love playing casual puzzle games on your iPhone or iPod touch such as Bejewelled or Trism then [this] is definitely worth taking a look at.... If games like Pac Man, Space Invaders and Tetris still have a place in your heart then Kerplinkus could definitely find its way on to your homescreen.” -Phil Wheeler of AppAdvice “This tile-matching game sets itself well apart from competing products, due to its hectic gameplay, muted art style, and classic SID-chip soundtrack.... It is actually very different from the normal mode of thinking.... A really nice effort by the crew at [Kranky Robot].” -AppGamers.com "Refreshing! - Just like it says, not another match 3!" - Zztfox "Nice! - Great to see this classic brought into the new era!" - Lord Gek "A great original puzzler! - Excellent game, fun, different, challenging, and simple to understand! A new favorite - I look forward to seeing what else this developer releases. Recommended :)" - ralp99 Kerplinkus is a completely new take on the casual puzzle game. It's like spinning plates. You must focus on ALL 8 columns or 1 will grow out-of-control. No match 3. No movement restrictions. No special-blocks. Swap ANY 2 blocks anywhere, anytime. Just focus on removing blocks, not creating them. Features: - Retro Audio: Old school music and sound effects. - Retro Graphics: Color cycling and simple graphics to achieve that retro vibe. - iPod Music: Play your own music in the background. - Mute Audio: Kerplinkus(tm) respects the iPhone’s ring/silent switch. - Volume Control: Conveniently adjust the volume from the option menu or the pause screen. - Game Center.

About

Jello Blocks

Features
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Welcome to Jello Blocks – the squishy puzzle game where every move stretches your brain! Slide and squish colorful jello blocks through tight spaces, around corners, and into their matching doors. Each block wobbles, jiggles, and reshapes as you guide it through a grid full of obstacles. Think ahead, squeeze through, and master each level! Whether you're into relaxing puzzles or brain-bending challenges, Jello Blocks is packed with fun mechanics, playful physics, and vibrant visuals that keep you coming back for more. Features: • Unique squishy block mechanics • Dozens of colorful, handcrafted levels • Satisfying drag-and-stretch gameplay • Smooth animations and playful sound design Ready to get squishy? Download now and start sliding!

Screenshots

Kerplinkus4 screens
Jello Blocks4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Jello Blocks at Free against Kerplinkus's $0.99. Jello Blocks also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 months). Kerplinkus's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On in-app purchases, 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

Jello Blocks is free to download; Kerplinkus costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Kerplinkus ships an update every 2 months, Jello Blocks every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Kerplinkus versus Jello Blocks: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKerplinkusJello Blocks
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews87.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.612.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB169 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperDanny BlissAli Said Yuksel

In-app purchases

None

Kerplinkus

No in-app purchases

None

Jello Blocks

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Kerplinkus free?
Kerplinkus costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Jello Blocks free?
Jello Blocks is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Kerplinkus or Jello Blocks have ads?
Jello Blocks shows ads; Kerplinkus does not.
Which is updated more often, Kerplinkus or Jello Blocks?
Kerplinkus ships an update every 2 months, and Jello Blocks every 2 days. Most recently, Kerplinkus was updated on September 26, 2026 and Jello Blocks on October 7, 2026.

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