# Montezuma Puzzle vs Line Puzzle

The clearest difference is ads: Montezuma Puzzle at none against Line Puzzle's shown. Montezuma Puzzle also leads on review sentiment (90% vs 71%) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). Line Puzzle's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (12K vs 1.3K). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Montezuma Puzzle sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Line Puzzle sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Montezuma Puzzle against 4.4 for Line Puzzle. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Line Puzzle has 12K ratings behind it against 1.3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 90% of Montezuma Puzzle's written reviews are positive against 71% of Line Puzzle's.

Montezuma Puzzle ships an update every 2 months, Line Puzzle fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Montezuma Puzzle | Line Puzzle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/montezuma-puzzle/id555647420/reviews)** | [4.4 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/line-puzzle-string-art/id1433103489/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1.3K | **12K** |
| Positive reviews | **89.6% of reviews** | 71.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 262 MB | 191 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ECO Pawel Jarosz](https://appshunter.io/developer/347635958) | [BitMango, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/465882936) |

## What reviewers say

### Montezuma Puzzle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/montezuma-puzzle/id555647420)

A relaxing logic puzzle game set in an Ancient Aztec Empire theme. Arrange various shapes into correct patterns to solve hundreds of unique challenges. Enjoy intuitive controls, delightful graphics, and chill music.

**Highlights:** 400 unique patterns, Easy and intuitive gameplay, One-touch control system, Delightful graphics, Chill music, Unlimited hints

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ads | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Relaxing and calming
- 🧠 Challenges the mind
- 🎨 Colorful and visually appealing
- 🔍 Helpful hints and clues
- 🕰️ Good time-passer

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Too many ads
- 🔊 Loud ads
- 🤔 Could be more advanced for older users
- 🤯 Can be frustrating at times

**Reported bugs**

- Pieces don't always register touches accurately
- App crashes or freezes occasionally

**Requested features**

- More challenging levels
- Additional game modes or variations
- Option to remove ads


### Line Puzzle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/line-puzzle-string-art/id1433103489)

Connect and weave lines to create intricate string art designs. This relaxing puzzle game offers hundreds of unique levels with stunning visuals and soothing sounds. Play at your own pace with no time limits or penalties.

**Highlights:** Drag and connect lines, Create string art shapes, Hundreds of unique levels, No Wi-Fi needed, No time limits or penalties, Stunning graphics and sounds

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Hints | $0.99 | one-time |
| Adfree | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Package | $1.99 | one-time |
| Christmas Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| Oak Art | $3.99 | one-time |
| Acacia Art | $3.99 | one-time |
| Spruce Art | $3.99 | one-time |
| 55 Hints | $4.99 | one-time |
| Birch Package | $4.99 | one-time |
| 110 Hints | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Engaging and relaxing gameplay
- 👍 Fun and challenging puzzles
- 👍 Helpful hint system
- 👍 Visually appealing string art

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Too many ads interrupting gameplay
- 🔍 Ads too frequent, even in paid version
- 🔍 Difficulty progression too slow
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Hint button too close to reset button
- Puzzle progress not saved after app crashes
- Ads sometimes cover UI, preventing interaction

**Requested features**

- More challenging and varied puzzles
- Option to start at higher difficulty levels
- Ability to replay completed puzzles
- Improved ad-free experience


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Montezuma Puzzle free?

Montezuma Puzzle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Line Puzzle free?

Line Puzzle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Montezuma Puzzle or Line Puzzle?

Montezuma Puzzle is rated higher. Montezuma Puzzle averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while Line Puzzle averages 4.4 from 12K ratings.

### Do Montezuma Puzzle or Line Puzzle have ads?

Line Puzzle shows ads; Montezuma Puzzle does not.

### Which is updated more often, Montezuma Puzzle or Line Puzzle?

Montezuma Puzzle ships an update every 2 months, and Line Puzzle fortnightly. Most recently, Montezuma Puzzle was updated on November 1, 2026 and Line Puzzle on November 6, 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.*