Comparison

Fidget Cube by Antsy Labs vs Tic!

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

Head to head
About

Fidget Cube by Antsy Labs

Experience the iconic fidget toy virtually on your phone and Apple Watch. Engage in satisfying fidgeting actions to earn energy, climb leaderboards, and unlock stylish new designs. It's the original fidget craze, now in a digital format.

Highlights
  • Virtual Fidget Cube simulation
  • Fidget Energy scoring system
  • Global leaderboard
  • Unlockable colorways and designs
  • Apple Watch compatibility
  • Referral system for exclusive unlocks
Features
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Hey there, fidget fanatics! You already know the global sensation that’s been sending your fingers into a frenzy since 2016. Well, the McLachlan brothers - the original fidget maestros from Antsy Labs - are back with a twist! Say hello to your very own virtual Fidget Cube - bringing the fidget icon right to your screens. Click it, spin it, flip it - all on your iPhone or - drumroll, please - your Apple Watch! Whether you’re in line for coffee or waiting for that ever-late friend (you know who you are…), give your fingers the fidgety outlet they crave and earn some sweet Fidget Energy while you're at it! Features? We got 'em! * Fidget to Fame: Every tap, roll, and click takes your Fidget Energy score higher. Watch it climb and flex those digits on our global leaderboard. Who knew being antsy could make you numero uno? * Style Points: Fidget in fashion! Choose a Fidget Cube colorway that screams you. And for the high-rollers? Unlock EVEN MORE chic designs with that glorious Fidget Energy (or unlock exclusive, never released colorways when friends download the app using your unique referral link). * Original Overload: We’re the real deal! Crafted by the brains behind the original Fidget Cube which kickstarted (literally, thanks Kickstarter) the global fidget toy craze. You know spinners? Yep, you can thank the Fidget Cube fixation for sparking that, too. So, why twiddle your thumbs aimlessly when they could be having the time of their life with Fidget Cube? Dive into the world of virtual fidgeting, and download Fidget Cube by Antsy Labs!

About

Tic!

A unique game that uses only haptic feedback for immersive gameplay, allowing you to play discreetly anytime, anywhere. Recreate rhythmic vibrations by tapping your screen.

Highlights
  • Haptic feedback gameplay
  • Screen-free gaming
  • Playable anywhere discreetly
  • Accessible for all
  • Eye strain relief
  • iPhone and Apple Watch support
Features
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Feeling bored but can't use your phone? Need a screen-free way to pass the time? Tic! has you covered! WHAT IS TIC? Tic! is a unique game with no sounds or visuals. Tic! uses haptic feedback (the vibrations your phone makes when you make a purchase, or long press an app on your home screen) in order to provide interactive, immersive gameplay! Just hold your phone in your hand, and tap away! HOW DOES TIC WORK? When you start, you'll feel a rhythm of 5 to 8 “Tics” (haptic vibrations). Your goal is to recreate the rhythm by tapping it anywhere on the screen. If your timing of your taps is close enough to the original, you win! If not, Tic! will replay the rhythm for you to try again. It sounds simple, but getting the timing just right is a fun challenge! Tic's Best Features: ANYTIME: Unlike fidget toys and stress balls, Tic! is with you all the time, ready to help out whenever you're bored! ANYWHERE: You can play Tic! anywhere without zoning out of your surroundings! (ex: in a movie theater, during a meeting, etc.) ANYONE: Almost anyone can play Tic!, even those who are sick or have certain disabilities. Tic includes accessibility support to make sure it's game fun for everyone! EYE STRAIN: Tic! offers a less stimulating alternative to social media and other games, perfect for when you want to give your eyes a break! WATCH: Your purchase includes Tic! for both iPhone and Apple Watch. The game is optimized for both versions, taking into account their differences in size and hardware. HAVE A QUESTION? We would love to hear it! Please reach out to us at freestyle.feedback@gmail.com (One more thing. We have added accessibility support within Tic!, but if there is anything else we can do to make the app even more accessible please let us know by reaching out at freestyle.feedback@gmail.com or by telling us in a review. Thank you!)

Screenshots

Fidget Cube by Antsy Labs4 screens
Tic!4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Fidget Cube by Antsy Labs at Free against Tic!'s $1.95. Fidget Cube by Antsy Labs also leads on ratings volume (180 vs 40). Tic!'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, 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

Fidget Cube by Antsy Labs is free to download; Tic! costs $1.95 up front. Fidget Cube by Antsy Labs sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Tic! asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Tic! holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 180 and 40 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of Fidget Cube by Antsy Labs's written reviews are positive against 88% of Tic!'s.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Fidget Cube by Antsy Labs versus Tic!: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFidget Cube by Antsy LabsTic!
PriceFree — better$1.95
Rating4.5 (180 ratings)4.7 (40 ratings) — better
Positive reviews55.6% of reviews87.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings180 — better40
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS14.014.0
Further details — not scored
Size197 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAntsy Labs LLCRohan Sachdeva

Customer experience

Fidget Cube by Antsy Labs

All ratings167 ratings
Positive88.0%
Neutral5.4%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive55.6%
Neutral13.9%
Negative30.6%

Tic!

All ratings40 ratings
Positive95.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.0%
Written reviews48 reviews
Positive87.5%
Neutral6.3%
Negative6.3%

User reviews

Fidget Cube by Antsy Labs

From 180 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Good virtual fidget cube alternative
  • 💡 Haptic feedback is appreciated
  • 📱 Works on phone and watch
  • 💖 Captures sides well
  • 😌 Helps clear mind

Room to improve

  • 🤔 Cannot get cube on watch (some users)
  • 🔒 Compulsory email login is disliked
  • ❌ Paid extras inaccessible without email/password
  • 🔄 Frequent sign-in required
  • 📉 Apple Watch and iPhone apps don't sync

Tic!

From 40 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Simple and fun
  • 🚀 Amazing graphics and story
  • 🔒 Accessible for all users
  • 💡 Unique concept and gameplay
  • 👍 Great for when bored or fidgeting

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Confusing tutorial, especially for new modes
  • 💰 Paid app with vibration-based gameplay
  • 🐛 Inconsistent rhythm patterns
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues on some devices

Bugs and requests

Fidget Cube by Antsy Labs

Reported bugs

11 issues
  • Fidget cube not on Apple Watch 2nd gen
  • Cannot get actual cube on watch
  • Apple Watch and iPhone app don't sync
  • Referral links won't open to App Store
  • Cannot rotate the fidget cube
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  • Cube gets stuck on the side with the silver ball
  • Leaderboards do not update properly
  • Frequent freezing when changing cube sides
  • Points freeze and take a long time to update
  • Fingerprint side of the cube is really bad in the app version
  • Cube tries to rotate instead of tweak the analog stick or roll the spindle

Requested features

9 requests
  • Make it easier to switch sides
  • Make the 'breath' surface vibrations more calming
  • Add a haptics slider
  • Allow guest usage without sign-up
  • Improve leaderboard updates
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  • Fix freezing issues when changing cube sides
  • Make the worry stone side more relaxing with haptics
  • Allow users to try the app before creating an account
  • Make the switch toggle more like the physical cube's rubbing motion

Tic!

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Grey blob instead of black screen
  • Installation error on older devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • More game modes and settings
  • Ability to disable bottom screen bar
  • Customizable haptic feedback
  • Category change to Entertainment

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Fidget Cube by Antsy Labs

One-time2
  • G4MER Fidget Cube Color$1.99
  • Unlock Aqua to G4MER colors$3.99
None

Tic!

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Fidget Cube by Antsy Labs free?
Fidget Cube by Antsy Labs is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tic! free?
Tic! costs $1.95, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Fidget Cube by Antsy Labs or Tic!?
Tic! is rated higher. Fidget Cube by Antsy Labs averages 4.5 out of 5 from 180 ratings, while Tic! averages 4.7 from 40 ratings.
Do Fidget Cube by Antsy Labs or Tic! have ads?
Fidget Cube by Antsy Labs shows ads; Tic! does not.

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