Broken Brush vs Art Heist Puzzle
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Broken Brush
Discover subtle differences within famous classical paintings. Explore over a thousand variations across 75 high-definition masterpieces, with an option to unlock more. Use intuitive controls and a hint system to find all the mismatches.
- Spot differences in classical paintings
- Explore 75 masterpieces
- Unlockable extra paintings
- Over a thousand differences
- HD images with zoom and pan
- Intuitive gameplay
- Hint system
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Spot the differences in classical paintings with Broken Brush! Explore classical masterpieces such as Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa and Vermeer's Girl with a Pearl Earring. * 75 paintings * 25 extra paintings obtainable with ‘Unlock All’ * Over a thousand differences * HD images * Intuitive gameplay * Hint system Find the mismatching elements between two images: the one on the left is the original painting while the one on the right has minor variations. The interface is easy to use and lets you explore high definition images of classical paintings: pinch to zoom, drag to pan the image, and tap to mark the differences. You can use hints to help you narrow down and find the harder differences. Solve paintings to earn more hints. Find all the differences in Broken Brush!
Art Heist Puzzle
Embark on an artistic adventure combining heist thrills with classic sliding puzzles. Piece together famous artworks by legendary artists, unlocking new canvases and learning intriguing facts about art history. A relaxing and educational experience for puzzle enthusiasts.
- Sliding puzzle gameplay
- Famous artworks by renowned artists
- Unlock new canvases
- Learn art history facts
- Relaxing atmosphere
- Challenge memory and strategy
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Welcome to Art Heist Puzzle, where your artistic adventure begins! Our game combines the thrill of a heist with the challenge of a sliding puzzle, making it feel like you're piecing together famous artworks like a jigsaw puzzle game. Immerse yourself in the world of legendary artists such as Van Gogh, Monet, Da Vinci, Klimt, and Hiroshige as you embark on a journey through classic art paintings and modern masterpieces. With each level, you'll unlock a new canvas, featuring breathtaking landscapes, delicate flowers, and a burst of vibrant colors. The excitement never ends as you attempt to restore each painting, enhancing your art history knowledge. As you delve deeper into the world of Art Heist Puzzle, you'll uncover intriguing facts about the famous artists and the stories behind their iconic works. Imagine the serenity of Monet's water lilies, the enigmatic charm of Da Vinci's Mona Lisa, or the iridescent gold leaf of Klimt's "The Kiss." These details bring an educational twist to your gaming experience, making it both entertaining and informative Whether you're a casual player or a puzzle enthusiast, Art Heist Puzzle offers a calming and relaxing atmosphere, perfect for unwinding after a long day. Challenge your memory and strategy skills while you rediscover familiar paintings, find little hidden details, and uncover new favorites. The satisfaction of completing each level is akin to finishing a masterpiece, leaving you with that delightful sense of accomplishment. So, step into the captivating world of art, colors, and history, all within the soothing embrace of Art Heist Puzzle. Explore the creative genius of famous artists and sharpen your puzzle-solving abilities as you restore the most renowned pieces of art. Let the adventure begin, and may your journey through the realms of art history be as enjoyable as it is enlightening.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Broken Brush at none against Art Heist Puzzle's shown. Broken Brush also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and review sentiment (95% vs 76%). Art Heist Puzzle's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 14). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Broken Brush sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Art Heist Puzzle sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Broken Brush holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Art Heist Puzzle has 1.2K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 95% of Broken Brush's written reviews are positive against 76% of Art Heist Puzzle's.
Broken Brush ships an update every 2 months, Art Heist Puzzle every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Broken Brush | Art Heist Puzzle |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (14 ratings) — better | 4.7 (1.2K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 95.2% of reviews — better | 76.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 14 | 1.2K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 94 MB | 263 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Pyrosphere, Lda | Magnetic Games AB |
Customer experience
Broken Brush
Art Heist Puzzle
Bugs and requests
Broken Brush
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Art Heist Puzzle
Reported bugs
3 issues- Puzzle pieces not rotating properly
- Game crashes or freezes
- Paid ad-free option not working as expected
Requested features
4 requests- More paintings and collections
- Ability to save favorite paintings
- Improved scoring and progression system
- More detailed information about the art and artists
In-app purchases
Broken Brush
- 40 Hints$0.99
- Unlock All$1.99
Art Heist Puzzle
- Art Heist XXS Pack$0.99
- Art Heist XS Pack$1.99
- Art Heist XS2 Pack$2.99
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- No Ads for 1 Year$5.99
- Art Heist S Pack$6.99
- Art Heist S2 Pack$7.99
- Art Heist M Pack$12.99
- Art Heist M2 Pack$17.99
- Art Heist L Pack$24.99
- Art Heist XL Pack$49.99
Questions
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