# Powder Game vs Gravity Sandbox 2

The clearest difference is rating: Powder Game at 4.5 against Gravity Sandbox 2's 3.0. Powder Game also leads on review sentiment (85% vs 50%) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Gravity Sandbox 2's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 13.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Gravity Sandbox 2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Powder Game asks for nothing beyond the download.

Powder Game holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Powder Game has 2.2K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of Powder Game's written reviews are positive against 50% of Gravity Sandbox 2's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Powder Game | Gravity Sandbox 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/powder-game/id521519384/reviews)** | [3.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gravity-sandbox-2/id1090341569/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.2K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | **85.0% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | — |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 48 MB | 55 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **6.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [DAN-BALL](https://appshunter.io/developer/348592290) | [Vladyslav Vikulov](https://appshunter.io/developer/959913126) |

## What reviewers say

### Powder Game

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/powder-game/id521519384)

Explore a physics sandbox where you can simulate the interactions of various elements like water, fire, and gunpowder. Witness unique reactions and emergent phenomena as different 'dots' collide and influence each other.

**Highlights:** Physics simulation with powder elements, Over 30 different dot variations, Simulate element reactions, Explosion effects, Plant growth simulation

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎉 Fun sandbox game
- 👍 Satisfying gameplay
- 🎨 Lots of creative possibilities
- 🔍 Interesting element interactions
- 🕹️ Engaging player/fighter mechanics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs
- 📺 Intrusive ads
- 🔒 Limited customization options
- 🚫 Pixel/dot limit frustrating
- 🔍 Unclear how to use some features

**Reported bugs**

- View feature not working as expected
- Occasional freezing or crashing
- Inconsistent player/fighter behavior
- Saved creations sometimes disappearing

**Requested features**

- Add more elements and materials
- Increase pixel/dot limit or make it unlimited
- Implement a save/load system for creations
- Add more player/fighter customization options
- Introduce new gameplay modes or challenges


### Gravity Sandbox 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gravity-sandbox-2/id1090341569)

Design and play unique levels by controlling gravity and using a variety of elements. Explore over 90 pre-made challenges in Labyrinth mode, with increasing difficulty and diverse gameplay.

**Highlights:** Create custom levels, Control gravity, Over 90 pre-made levels, Labyrinth mode, 20+ construction elements, Level import/export

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Pack | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Powder Game free?

Powder Game is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Gravity Sandbox 2 free?

Gravity Sandbox 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Powder Game or Gravity Sandbox 2?

Powder Game is rated higher. Powder Game averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2.2K ratings, while Gravity Sandbox 2 averages 3.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Powder Game or Gravity Sandbox 2 have ads?

Powder Game shows ads; Gravity Sandbox 2 does not.

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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.*