Comparison

Fingle vs Swim Out

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

Head to head
About

Fingle

Engage in a unique two-player puzzle game that encourages physical closeness through intertwined fingers. Navigate levels by dragging buttons to targets, creating intimate moments and shared laughter. Perfect for breaking the ice or sparking romance.

Highlights
  • Two-player puzzle gameplay
  • Intimate touch mechanics
  • Over 130 levels
  • 70's inspired visuals and music
  • Icebreaker and romantic game
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Explore the intimate touch of each others fingers with Fingle's two-player puzzles. Break the ice or engage friends to get awkwardly close. Two players drag up to five buttons of one color onto their matching targets; their movement makes it impossible to avoid contact, creating intimate moments with intertwined hands. SWEAT IT - More than 130+ levels in total, designed to bend both your fingers and brain. GROOVE IT - Music and visuals straight from the 70's to get you in the mood. FEEL IT - The perfect game for breaking the ice, bringing friends closely together, having moments of roaring laughter or kick-starting a romantic evening. USE IT - Use the full potential of the iPad and play with ten fingers! Note: To use more than 2 fingers in all your Apps, turn off Multitasking Gestures in your General Settings.

About

Swim Out

A strategic, turn-based puzzle game set in a relaxing poolside or seaside environment. Plan your moves carefully to avoid other swimmers and enjoy the view. Features over 100 levels with diverse swimmers and interactive objects.

Highlights
  • Turn-based puzzle gameplay
  • Over 100 levels
  • Diverse swimmer types
  • Interactive objects
  • Environmental hazards
  • Controller support
Features
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Dive into the relaxing and refreshing atmosphere of Swim Out, a strategic, turn-based puzzle game, that will transport you into a sunny day by the swimming pool, the river or the sea. Plan each of your strokes wisely and be sure to never cross any other swimmer's path if you want to peacefully enjoy the sea view on a cosy chaise-longue. • "If you're a fan of puzzle games Swim Out is very likely for you. It's attractive, intuitive, and fun." - Touch Arcade • "Swim Out looks like the perfect tactical escape into a lush digital paradise" - Touch Arcade • "Swim Out is a perfect summertime game" - MacStories • "I am delighted by how unfamiliar a swimming experience this is to me" - Rock, Paper, Shotgun • "There are precious few things I appreciate more than a straightforward puzzle game with a strong commitment to its aesthetic, and Swim Out is exactly that" - Waypoint • Over 100 levels nestled in carefully crafted landscapes, soothed by the sound of seagulls, frogs or water splashes. • 7 chapters combining : - 12 different types of swimmers : each with their own way of moving around, ranging from the simple breaststroke swimmers to the more complex divers or cheeky water-bombing kids - 12 different objects to interact with : buoys, fins, water guns, you can even ride a kayak! - 6 disruptive environmental elements like waves, crabs or jellyfish that will give your brain a work out until you swim out! • iCloud sync • 15 GameCenter achievements • 28 iMessage Stickers • Support for all iPhones and iPads • Play with your Xbox One, PS4 or MFi controller Awards and recognition: • "GDC Summer 2020" Artwork selected at GDC Artists gallery • "TIGA Games Industry Awards 2018" Finalist, Creativity Award, Strategy Game • "Indie Prize 2018" Finalist • "Ping Awards 2017" Finalist, Mobile Game • "TIGA Games Industry Awards 2017" Finalist, Puzzle Game

Screenshots

Swim Out4 screens

Verdict

The call

Fingle and Swim Out both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 88% of Fingle's written reviews are positive against 59% of Swim Out's. Fingle also leads on price ($1.99 vs $2.99). Swim Out's advantage is ratings volume (253 vs 15) and device support (4 vs 1). On rating, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

Fingle costs $1.99 and Swim Out $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Fingle against 4.7 for Swim Out. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Swim Out has 253 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 88% of Fingle's written reviews are positive against 59% of Swim Out's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fingle ships an update every 3 months, Swim Out every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Fingle versus Swim Out: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFingleSwim Out
Price$1.99 — better$2.99
Rating4.7 (15 ratings)4.7 (253 ratings) — better
Positive reviews88.2% of reviews — better58.5% of reviews
Number of ratings15253 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB125 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperAdriaan de JonghLozange Lab

Customer experience

Fingle

All ratings14 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral14.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews152 reviews
Positive88.2%
Neutral3.3%
Negative8.6%

Swim Out

All ratings253 ratings
Positive94.9%
Neutral2.4%
Negative2.8%
Written reviews41 reviews
Positive58.5%
Neutral12.2%
Negative29.3%

User reviews

Fingle

From 15 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Awesome game
  • 👍 Fun and challenging
  • 👍 Great for couples/friends
  • 👍 Innovative concept
  • 👍 Smooth and responsive

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and bugs
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues on certain devices
  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly
  • 🤔 Some moves feel too suggestive

Swim Out

From 253 App Store ratings

What we love

  • ✨ Beautiful graphics and aesthetics
  • 🧘 Relaxing and zen atmosphere
  • 🧠 Challenging and engaging puzzles
  • 👍 Intuitive and simple gameplay
  • 🎶 Great sound design and ambient sounds

Room to improve

  • 💰 Overpriced for the content
  • 🐢 Slow animations and movement
  • 🔄 Repetitive gameplay over time
  • 🤔 Lack of clear instructions/explanations
  • 😩 Frustrating to restart levels

Bugs and requests

Fingle

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes on startup
  • Gestures not working properly
  • Levels become unplayable

Requested features

4 requests
  • More levels and content
  • Online/multiplayer mode
  • Level editor or creator
  • Customization options

Swim Out

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Crashes immediately on opening
  • Screen orientation locked
  • Money deducted without purchase/notification
  • Specific level bug (2-13)
  • Game crashes after opening

Requested features

7 requests
  • Option to see finished levels
  • Faster mode or quicker animations
  • More varied puzzle design
  • Ability to undo moves
  • More level variety or new levels
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  • Explanations for collectibles ('flippers', 'beach ball')
  • Customization options (swimsuit variations)

In-app purchases

None

Fingle

No in-app purchases

None

Swim Out

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Fingle free?
Fingle costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Swim Out free?
Swim Out costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Fingle or Swim Out?
Swim Out is rated higher. Fingle averages 4.7 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Swim Out averages 4.7 from 253 ratings.
Do Fingle or Swim Out have ads?
Neither Fingle nor Swim Out shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Fingle or Swim Out?
Fingle ships an update every 3 months, and Swim Out every 4 months. Most recently, Fingle was updated on October 29, 2026 and Swim Out on November 2, 2026.

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