# Block vs Block vs CrystalLink

The clearest difference is price: Block vs Block at Free against CrystalLink's $2.99. Block vs Block also leads on review sentiment (56% vs 47%). CrystalLink's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On device support there is nothing between them.

Block vs Block is free to download; CrystalLink costs $2.99 up front. Block vs Block sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. CrystalLink asks for nothing beyond the download.

Block vs Block ships an update every 5 months, CrystalLink every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Block vs Block | CrystalLink |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | **[4.1 (398 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-vs-block/id500909640/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **398** | — |
| Positive reviews | **55.6% of reviews** | 47.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 22 MB | 359 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Oscar Tsang](https://appshunter.io/developer/416987065) | [峻 杨](https://appshunter.io/developer/1259658398) |

## What reviewers say

### Block vs Block

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-vs-block/id500909640)

Experience a classic block-falling puzzle game reimagined as a real-time battle. Challenge an adaptive AI or compete head-to-head with a friend on a single iPad screen. Perfect for quick matches and intense competition.

**Highlights:** Real-time block falling battles, Adaptive AI opponent, 2-player local multiplayer on iPad, Classic puzzle gameplay, Intense speed challenges

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove advertisement | $1.99 | one-time |
| Extend Pack | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 😊 Addictive and fun gameplay
- 👍 Simple, easy-to-learn mechanics
- 🎮 Good free Tetris alternative
- ⏱️ Perfect for quick gaming sessions
- 🎨 Relaxing and engaging experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent button sticking issues
- 🐛 Game crashes and freezes
- ❌ Poor control button placement
- ❌ Transparent/unclear control buttons
- 🔊 Unpleasant sound effects

**Reported bugs**

- Control buttons get stuck during gameplay
- Blocks fall rapidly without user input
- Game freezes on certain devices (iPad 3, iPhone 5)
- Blocks overlap with placed pieces when rotating
- Game crashes when accessing options menu

**Requested features**

- Pause button that preserves game state
- Full screen display option
- Improved control button placement and visibility
- Ability to adjust control opacity
- Faster block drop speed control


### CrystalLink

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crystallink-infinity/id1259658408)

This game offers a classic tile-matching experience with a unique twist. Create custom game maps and avatars, and enjoy a vast array of game modes and background music for endless entertainment.

**Highlights:** Customizable game cards and maps, Classic Link Up gameplay, Built-in map editor, Over 40 background music tracks, 72 unique crystal icons, Multiple game modes and difficulty levels, Game Center integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Block vs Block free?

Block vs Block is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is CrystalLink free?

CrystalLink costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Block vs Block or CrystalLink have ads?

Block vs Block shows ads; CrystalLink does not.

### Which is updated more often, Block vs Block or CrystalLink?

Block vs Block ships an update every 5 months, and CrystalLink every 6 weeks. Most recently, Block vs Block was updated on September 23, 2026 and CrystalLink on September 9, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*