Comparison

CloseTheBox vs Krazy Krownz

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

Head to head
About

CloseTheBox

A classic dice game where players roll dice to cover numbered tiles. The goal is to close all nine tiles to "shut the box." Offers realistic 3D dice, satisfying animations, and offline play.

Highlights
  • Realistic 3D dice physics
  • 9 numbered tiles with animations
  • Hall of Fame and leaderboards
  • Help mode for possible moves
  • Offline play
  • Universal app support
Features
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Will YOU close the box? #1 in Top Free, Game, Board, and Dice Categories! (Denmark) #2 in Top Free, Game, Board, and Dice Categories! (Austria) Top 10 in the Board Category in Italy, Canada, & UK. Roll the dice, close the tiles, and try to shut all 9 — it sounds simple, but only a handful of players ever make it. Over 10 million games have been played. Think you can beat the odds? 100% free. No ads during gameplay. Just you, the dice, and the box. HOW TO PLAY Swipe to roll two dice, then tap tiles that add up to your total. Close all 9 tiles to shut the box and earn your spot in the Hall of Fame! When tiles 7, 8, and 9 are closed, switch to a single die for better odds. FEATURES - Beautiful 3D dice with realistic physics - 9 numbered tiles with satisfying animations - Hall of Fame — sign your name and join thousands of winners worldwide - Game Center leaderboards and achievements - Help mode shows you all possible moves - Works offline — play anytime, anywhere - Universal app for iPhone and iPad - Free to play with no ads during gameplay LANGUAGES Available in English, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese. A CLASSIC PUB GAME Shut the Box has been played in pubs and homes for centuries. Our digital version captures the charm of the original wooden box game, complete with the thrill of watching those dice tumble across the felt. Download now and see if YOU can close the box! -Séraphin

About

Krazy Krownz

A multiplayer card game inspired by Rummy, offering strategic gameplay with changing wild cards and hand sizes. Enjoy hours of fun with friends and family, whether online or offline, with beautiful visuals and an intuitive interface.

Highlights
  • Multiplayer online play
  • Family-friendly (2-7 players)
  • Stunning visuals and animations
  • Intuitive interface
  • Customizable game options
  • Offline solo play
Features
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Krazy Krownz: The Ultimate Family Card Game Get ready for hours of fun with Krazy Krownz, the exciting and easy-to-learn multiplayer card game that’s perfect for game nights, friends, and players of all ages! Based on the beloved card game Rummy, this digital adaptation brings all the thrilling action to your fingertips. Whether you're at home, on the go, or connecting with loved ones from afar, Krazy Krownz offers endless entertainment in a beautifully designed app. In Krazy Krownz, players aim to create sets and runs of cards to score points, but with a twist: every hand uses a different number of cards, and the wild card changes each round. It's simple, strategic, and perfect for anyone who loves classic card games with a fresh twist. Features: * Multiplayer Mode: Play with friends anywhere around the world. * Family-Friendly Gameplay: Designed for 2-7 players, ages 8 and up—ideal for family gatherings or group play. * Stunning Visuals: Enjoy beautiful, colorful graphics and smooth animations. * Intuitive Interface: Easy to pick up, with clear rules and simple controls for both beginners and seasoned players. * Customizable Options: Choose game speed, colors, hints and more to personalize your experience. * Offline Play: Practice or play solo games when you’re without an internet connection. * Challenge your friends, make strategic decisions, and outwit your opponents to become the ultimate Krazy Krownz champion. Download now and start playing today!

Screenshots

CloseTheBox3 screens
Krazy Krownz4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CloseTheBox at none against Krazy Krownz's 1. CloseTheBox also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (3.8K vs 553). Krazy Krownz's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 8 months). On price, rating, review sentiment 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. Krazy Krownz sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. CloseTheBox asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for CloseTheBox against 4.7 for Krazy Krownz. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CloseTheBox has 3.8K ratings behind it against 553, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 56% of CloseTheBox's written reviews are positive against 58% of Krazy Krownz's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CloseTheBox ships an update every 8 months, Krazy Krownz fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
CloseTheBox versus Krazy Krownz: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCloseTheBoxKrazy Krownz
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (3.8K ratings) — better4.7 (553 ratings)
Positive reviews55.6% of reviews57.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3.8K — better553
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSeraphin HochartDock Otter LLC

Customer experience

CloseTheBox

All ratings3,659 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral4.2%
Negative2.1%
Written reviews117 reviews
Positive55.6%
Neutral12.0%
Negative32.5%

Krazy Krownz

All ratings519 ratings
Positive93.4%
Neutral2.5%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews45 reviews
Positive57.8%
Neutral20.0%
Negative22.2%

User reviews

CloseTheBox

From 3.8K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎮 Fun game
  • 🧠 Helps with math skills
  • 🕰️ Quick to play
  • 🎨 Nice graphics

Room to improve

  • 🚧 Frequent ads
  • 🔇 Unable to disable sound
  • 🐛 Crashes and bugs
  • 🔒 Inappropriate ads
  • 🔍 Difficult to win

Krazy Krownz

From 553 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great game, like 5 Crowns
  • 👍 Fun and engaging gameplay
  • 👍 Excellent developer support
  • 👍 Smooth gameplay
  • 👍 Intuitive interface

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Multiplayer connection issues
  • 🐛 Game seems rigged against player
  • 🐛 Freezing/crashing issues
  • 🐛 Calculations/scoring errors
  • 🐛 UI layout issues

Bugs and requests

CloseTheBox

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Game not registering valid moves
  • App crashes after winning
  • Upside-down orientation on some devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Multiplayer mode
  • Option to pay for ad-free version
  • Ability to change moves
  • Rotate screen orientation
  • Show scores instead of just win/lose

Krazy Krownz

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Cannot connect to multiplayer
  • Multiplayer button is grayed out/unclickable
  • Game freezes in the last round
  • Game doesn't let player go out when they have a book/run
  • Incorrect card calculations and scoring
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  • UI elements overlapping or not spaced correctly
  • Card animation not working or turning off
  • App goes to settings instead of continuing game after update
  • Other players have different number of cards
  • Remaining cards calculation is wrong

Requested features

10 requests
  • Allow playing consecutive games without restarting
  • Remove need for bots in multiplayer
  • Make level visible during play
  • Play with up to 6 people
  • Ad-free option
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  • Auto-deal function
  • Computer players draw from discard pile
  • Show wild card throughout the game
  • Smaller cards for better sorting
  • Option to pay to remove ads

In-app purchases

None

CloseTheBox

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Krazy Krownz

One-time1
  • Go Ad-Free$3.99

Questions

Is CloseTheBox free?
CloseTheBox is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Krazy Krownz free?
Krazy Krownz is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, CloseTheBox or Krazy Krownz?
CloseTheBox is rated higher. CloseTheBox averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3.8K ratings, while Krazy Krownz averages 4.7 from 553 ratings.
Do CloseTheBox or Krazy Krownz have ads?
Krazy Krownz shows ads; CloseTheBox does not.
Which is updated more often, CloseTheBox or Krazy Krownz?
CloseTheBox ships an update every 8 months, and Krazy Krownz fortnightly. Most recently, CloseTheBox was updated on November 1, 2026 and Krazy Krownz on October 30, 2026.

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