Comparison

CloseTheBox vs HighFive Dice

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

HighFive Dice

Features
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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.

Screenshots

CloseTheBox3 screens
HighFive Dice4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CloseTheBox versus HighFive Dice: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCloseTheBoxHighFive Dice
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (3.7K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews55.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings3.7K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSeraphin HochartHighPine 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

None

CloseTheBox

No in-app purchases

None

HighFive Dice

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CloseTheBox free?
CloseTheBox is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HighFive Dice free?
HighFive Dice is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CloseTheBox or HighFive Dice have ads?
HighFive Dice shows ads; CloseTheBox does not.
Which is updated more often, CloseTheBox or HighFive Dice?
CloseTheBox ships an update every 8 months, and HighFive Dice every 3 weeks. Most recently, CloseTheBox was updated on October 14, 2026 and HighFive Dice on September 30, 2026.

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