CloseTheBox vs HighFive Dice
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Realistic 3D dice physics
- 9 numbered tiles with animations
- Hall of Fame and leaderboards
- Help mode for possible moves
- Offline play
- Universal app support
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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
HighFive Dice
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HighFive is a fast, fun dice game where every roll gives you a chance to make a bigger play. Roll your dice, lock in your favorites, chase the perfect combo, and fill your scorecard with smart choices. Go for safe points, take a risky swing, or hold out for that magical HighFive moment. Every turn is quick, satisfying, and just dangerous enough to make you say, "Okay, one more game." HighFive is easy to learn, but each game gives you new chances to improve your strategy. Do you grab the points in front of you, save a category for later, or risk another roll for something bigger? The best scores come from a mix of luck, timing, and clever choices. Play quick solo games whenever you have a few minutes, whether you are relaxing at home, waiting in line, or sneaking in one more round before your next task. HighFive keeps the pace light and lively, with simple rules, satisfying turns, and plenty of reasons to come back. Features: - Fast dice games built for quick play sessions - Strategic scorecard choices on every turn - Offline play for games on the go - Guest play or sign in to save your progress - Leaderboards to chase higher scores - Achievements and milestones to unlock - A fresh, friendly dice game for casual players and score chasers alike - More game modes in the works! Whether you are chasing a personal best, climbing the leaderboard, or just enjoying a quick roll, HighFive brings classic dice-scoring fun with a bright, modern feel. Roll big. Score smart. Chase the HighFive.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: CloseTheBox at none against HighFive Dice's shown. HighFive Dice's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 8 months) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
CloseTheBox ships an update every 8 months, HighFive Dice every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CloseTheBox | HighFive Dice |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (3.7K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 55.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3.7K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Seraphin Hochart | HighPine Media LLC |
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
HighFive Dice
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
CloseTheBox
No in-app purchases
HighFive Dice
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is CloseTheBox free?
Is HighFive Dice free?
Do CloseTheBox or HighFive Dice have ads?
Which is updated more often, CloseTheBox or HighFive Dice?
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