# Dots and Boxes vs Alien Sort

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Dots and Boxes at 100% against Alien Sort's 50%. Dots and Boxes also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.5) and ratings volume (19 vs 2). Alien Sort's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 21) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dots and Boxes sells 20 one-off in-app purchases. Alien Sort asks for nothing beyond the download.

Dots and Boxes holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dots and Boxes has 19 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Dots and Boxes's written reviews are positive against 50% of Alien Sort's.

Dots and Boxes ships an update every 3 weeks, Alien Sort every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dots and Boxes | Alien Sort |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dots-and-boxes-a-new-era/id6448725788/reviews)** | [3.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alien-sort/id6749637560/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **19** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 422 MB | 117 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [300 MIND](https://appshunter.io/developer/1620348914) | [Fiedosieiev Nikita](https://appshunter.io/developer/1744576878) |

## What reviewers say

### Dots and Boxes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dots-and-boxes-a-new-era/id6448725788)

A classic strategy game reimagined for real-time global competition. Connect dots to form lines, claim squares, and strategically use power-ups to outmaneuver opponents in diverse arenas. Experience fast-paced PvP battles with unique gameplay variations in each location.

**Highlights:** Real-time PvP multiplayer battles, 10 unique global arenas, 15+ unlockable power-ups, Master rank progression, Unique gameplay variations per arena, Fast-paced strategic gameplay

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

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Treasure Deal | $0.99 | one-time |
| Megical Choice | $0.99 | one-time |
| Banner Deal | $0.99 | one-time |
| Daily Deals | $0.99 | one-time |
| Top Deals | $0.99 | one-time |
| Flash Deal | $0.99 | one-time |
| Golden Pass | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Daily Deals | $1.99 | one-time |
| Golden spin wheel | $1.99 | one-time |
| Top Deals | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gem pack - 2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack - 3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $9.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 4 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack - 4 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack - 5 | $13.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack - 5 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Coin pack - 6 | $24.99 | one-time |
| Gem pack 6 | $24.99 | one-time |


### Alien Sort

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alien-sort/id6749637560)

Guide UFOs to sort aliens into their correct destinations. Avoid overfilling the central dock to prevent losing. Enjoy diverse levels and engaging gameplay with numerous features.

**Highlights:** UFO-based alien sorting, Avoid overfilling dock mechanic, Variety of levels, Numerous features, Interesting gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dots and Boxes free?

Dots and Boxes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Alien Sort free?

Alien Sort is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Dots and Boxes or Alien Sort?

Dots and Boxes is rated higher. Dots and Boxes averages 4.5 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while Alien Sort averages 3.5 from 2 ratings.

### Do Dots and Boxes or Alien Sort have ads?

Both Dots and Boxes and Alien Sort show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Dots and Boxes or Alien Sort?

Dots and Boxes ships an update every 3 weeks, and Alien Sort every 9 days. Most recently, Dots and Boxes was updated on October 24, 2026 and Alien Sort on October 24, 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.*