Comparison

HexToHex vs Chain of Elements

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

HexToHex

Features
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HexToHex is a puzzle game where you can move hexagons around the board to create a pattern. You can earn three types of bonuses to improve your tactics! Use the various trophies that appear on the board to defeat the interfering hexes. Try to place big figures on the field to get a super-trophy! Try to collect all the stars in each level to get more points and coins! Good luck!

About

Chain of Elements

Engage in a vibrant match-3 puzzle adventure with satisfying combos and powerful boosters. Explore challenging levels, compete on global leaderboards, and enjoy a relaxing yet engaging puzzle experience designed for all players.

Highlights
  • Addictive match-3 gameplay
  • Create powerful combos
  • Unlock exciting boosters
  • Compete on global leaderboards
  • Challenging puzzle levels
  • Participate in special events
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Dive into Chain of Elements, a colorful match-3 puzzle adventure filled with satisfying combos, powerful boosters, and exciting challenges! Match colorful tiles, create massive cascades, and clear challenging levels as you explore a fun and relaxing puzzle experience designed for everyone. FEATURES • Addictive and satisfying match-3 gameplay • Create powerful combos and chain reactions • Unlock and use exciting boosters • Compete with players on global leaderboards • Complete fun and challenging puzzle levels • Participate in special events and earn rewards • Smooth gameplay with vibrant visuals and effects • Play anytime, anywhere Whether you want to relax for a few minutes or challenge yourself to reach the top of the rankings, there’s always something fun waiting for you. Start matching and blasting today! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

HexToHex4 screens
Chain of Elements4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HexToHex at none against Chain of Elements's 4. Chain of Elements's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 23 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Chain of Elements sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. HexToHex asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HexToHex ships an update every 23 months, Chain of Elements every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
HexToHex versus Chain of Elements: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHexToHexChain of Elements
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 23 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size292 MB421 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNataliia Mantrova玉海 靳

In-app purchases

None

HexToHex

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Chain of Elements

Subscriptions1
  • VIP Membership$9.991 Month
One-time3
  • 30 Gems$0.99
  • 100 Gems$4.99
  • 2000 Gems$59.99

Questions

Is HexToHex free?
HexToHex is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Chain of Elements free?
Chain of Elements is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do HexToHex or Chain of Elements have ads?
Neither HexToHex nor Chain of Elements shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HexToHex or Chain of Elements?
HexToHex ships an update every 23 months, and Chain of Elements every 6 days. Most recently, HexToHex was updated on October 7, 2026 and Chain of Elements on October 16, 2026.

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