Comparison

CageMath vs Sticky Struggles

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

Head to head
About

CageMath

This game blends Sudoku-style number placement with mathematical challenges. Solve puzzles by arranging numbers in grids, ensuring each row and column has unique digits, while also meeting specific arithmetic requirements within designated "cages."

Highlights
  • Sudoku-style number placement
  • Math symbol puzzles
  • Unlimited unique games
  • Lifeline/hint button
  • Highlighter/note feature
  • Game clock and highscore tracker
Features
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CageMath combines a Sudoku-style puzzle game with math symbols. Just like Sudoku, place numbers into the grid, where each number can only appear once in a column or a row. A CageMath grid is also sectioned into heavy-outlined "cages" that each have a smaller "cage-answer" and "cage-operator" in the corner. The numbers within that cage have to equal the cage-answer using the cage-operator. Some examples: √ 49 (What's the square root of 49?) 6- (Which two numbers can you subtract to give you 6?) 896x (Which 4 numbers can you multiply to result in 896?) CageMath is the only math-infused Sudoku game that tests your addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and square root skills! Features include: - UNLIMITED, UNIQUE games at various different grid sizes - Lifeline/hint button to reveal answers when you're stuck - Highlighter/note feature to support noting multiple numbers in one square - Game clock - Highscore tracker Note: Optimized for iPhone 5, 5s, 6s, 6 Plus, 6s Plus, iPad, iPad Retina, iPad Pro, iPad Air, iPad Air 2, iPad Retina, iPad 2 and all newer devices.

About

Sticky Struggles

This puzzle game challenges players to strategically move blocks that stick to them until placed correctly. With over 50 levels, achievements, and both 2D and 3D views, it offers a relaxing yet engaging experience. Play offline and enjoy a minimalist design with calming music.

Highlights
  • Sticky block mechanics
  • 50+ challenging levels
  • Unlockable bonus levels
  • Achievements to earn
  • Minimalist design with relaxing music
  • 2D and 3D view toggle
  • Offline play
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Enter the world of Sticky Struggles, a uniquely challenging puzzle game that will test your problem-solving skills and strategic thinking. With 50+ levels of increasing difficulty and new obstacles to overcome, Sticky Struggles will keep you entertained for hours. Inspired by the classic Sokoban games, Sticky Struggles adds its own unique gameplay mechanics. When you're located next to a block, it sticks to you, and the only way to let go of it is by placing it in the correct location! Are you ready for the challenge? Download Sticky Struggles now and see if you can master this addictive and fun game! --FEATURES-- ACHIEVEMENTS — There are plenty of achievements to earn, can you collect them all? RELAX AND FOCUS — Enjoy a minimalist game world with relaxing music. No flashy visuals and loud sound effects. LOTS OF LEVELS — Play through 50 challenging levels! You can unlock bonus levels for a small fee. CHALLENGING — There are multiple ways to solve each level. Can you figure out how to solve it in the lowest amount of moves possible? 2D & 3D — You can easily toggle between 2D and 3D view. PLAY OFFLINE — Take your game anywhere, no internet connection required! FREE! — Sticky Struggles is completely free to play! ********** Sticky Struggles is free to play, though some in-game items can also be purchased for real money. In addition, Sticky Struggles is supported by ads, some of which may be targeted towards your interests. You can opt out of interest-based advertising within the app or by resetting your device’s advertising identifier. Advertising can be turned off completely by purchasing a 'No Ads' in-app purchase within Sticky Struggles. Got feedback? We’re always happy to hear it so we can keep making Sticky Struggles better for everyone. Leave a review on the store and/or reach out to us at support@pactiongames.com To access and play the game, you must accept our: Privacy Policy: https://pactiongames.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Service: https://pactiongames.com/terms-of-service/

Screenshots

CageMath2 screens
Sticky Struggles4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Sticky Struggles at 100% against CageMath's 20%. Sticky Struggles also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 7 months) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). CageMath's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. CageMath sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Sticky Struggles sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CageMath ships an update every 7 months, Sticky Struggles every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and June 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
CageMath versus Sticky Struggles: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCageMathSticky Struggles
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB173 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNeural Ventures LLCPaction Games ApS

Customer experience

CageMath

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative70.0%

Sticky Struggles

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

CageMath

One-time7
  • Hints - 10 pack$0.99
  • Hints: 10 pack$0.99
  • 8x8 games$0.99
Show 4 more
  • 9x9 games$0.99
  • Advanced Game Features$0.99
  • Hint-20pack$1.99
  • Hint-40pack$2.99
6 purchases

Sticky Struggles

One-time6
  • Premium Bundle 1$0.99
  • Premium Bundle 2$2.99
  • Premium Bundle 3$5.99
Show 3 more
  • Premium Bundle 4$12.99
  • Premium Bundle 5$19.99
  • Premium Bundle 6$39.99

Questions

Is CageMath free?
CageMath is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sticky Struggles free?
Sticky Struggles is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CageMath or Sticky Struggles have ads?
Sticky Struggles shows ads; CageMath does not.
Which is updated more often, CageMath or Sticky Struggles?
CageMath ships an update every 7 months, and Sticky Struggles every 3 weeks. Most recently, CageMath was updated on September 9, 2026 and Sticky Struggles on June 11, 2026.

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