Comparison

Shapez vs Loop

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

Head to head
About

Shapez

Build automated factories to produce increasingly complex geometric shapes. Experiment with tools to design your factory, extract and mix colors, and scale production on an infinite map. Enjoy a relaxed, minimalist experience with a soothing soundtrack.

Highlights
  • Automated shape production
  • Complex shape creation
  • Color extraction and mixing
  • Infinite map exploration
  • Factory optimization
  • Minimalist art style
Features
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*Try Shapez up to level 7 for free or unlock the full game for more tools, more shapes and more challenges!* Do you like automation games? Then you are in the right place! shapez is a relaxed game in which you have to build factories for the automated production of geometric shapes. As the level increases, the shapes become more and more complex, and you have to spread out on the infinite map. And as if that wasn't enough, you also have to produce exponentially more to satisfy the demands - the only thing that helps is scaling! While you only have to process shapes at the beginning, you will later have to color them - by extracting and mixing colors! FEATURES - Create a unique and complex abstract shapes factory in a satisfying way. - Unlock new devices, upgrade them, and optimize your factory by experimenting with diverse tools. - Develop your system the way you want: each problem can have many solutions. - Enjoy an elegant, minimalist and readable art direction. - Go at your own pace with an approachable gameplay and a soothing soundtrack. CAREFULLY REDESIGNED FOR MOBILE - Revamped interface - Game Center achievements - iCloud - Share your progress between iOS devices If you run into a problem, please contact us at https://playdigious.helpshift.com/hc/en/12-playdigious/ with as much information as possible on the issue.

About

Loop

A strategy puzzle game that challenges your logical thinking and problem-solving skills. Navigate grid-based levels, use queue boxes with action items, and master looping logic to collect all points and avoid infinite loops. Enjoy a mental workout with progressive difficulty and creative solutions.

Highlights
  • Grid-based puzzles
  • Queue box mechanic
  • Looping logic action
  • Varied levels with increasing complexity
  • Points collection challenges
  • Ad-free gameplay
  • Offline play
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Embark on a brain-teasing journey with Loop, a unique puzzle game that blends strategy and a twist of programming logic. Perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and strategic thinkers, this game will test your ability to think several steps ahead. Innovative Gameplay: Grid-Based Puzzles: Navigate a player through a dynamic grid environment, where every move counts. Queue Box Mechanic: Strategically populate queue boxes with a variety of action items. Choose from primary actions like moving forward, rotating, or changing cell colors, and conditional actions that respond to specific grid colors. Looping Logic: Utilize the 'Loop' action to create looping sequences, essential for solving complex puzzles and advancing through levels. Engaging Challenges: Varied Levels: Each level presents a new layout with increasing complexity, challenging you to adapt your strategies. Points Collection: Aim to collect all the points on the grid. Be wary - one wrong step could mean starting over! Infinite Loop Risk: Avoid getting trapped in infinite loops. Use the 'Loop' action wisely to keep progressing. Why Play Loop? Mental Workout: Sharpen your logical thinking and problem-solving skills. Creative Solutions: No single approach. Experiment with different strategies to find the best solution. Progressive Difficulty: From simple beginnings to mind-bending layouts, enjoy a satisfying difficulty curve. Ad-Free: Enjoy seamless gameplay with no ad interruptions. Offline: Play anywhere & anytime, with no internet required. Whether you're a puzzle novice or a seasoned strategist, Loop offers a compelling experience for all.

Screenshots

Shapez4 screens
Loop3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Loop at every 3 days against Shapez's every 5 weeks. Loop also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 54%). Shapez's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.1) and ratings volume (1.5K vs 8). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Shapez sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Loop sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Shapez holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shapez has 1.5K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 54% of Shapez's written reviews are positive against 67% of Loop's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shapez ships an update every 5 weeks, Loop every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Shapez versus Loop: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShapezLoop
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (1.5K ratings) — better4.1 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews54.2% of reviews66.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.5K — better8
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size240 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPlaydigiousChain1 OU

Customer experience

Shapez

All ratings1,451 ratings
Positive88.0%
Neutral4.1%
Negative7.9%
Written reviews609 reviews
Positive54.2%
Neutral14.3%
Negative31.5%

Loop

All ratings8 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

Shapez

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Save data corruption and loss of progress
  • Conveyor belt orientation issues
  • Inconsistent performance and frame rate drops
  • Placement and selection bugs

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to sync progress across devices
  • More game modes and customization options
  • Improved blueprint management
  • Faster time acceleration

Loop

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Shapez

One-time1
  • Unlock Full Game$6.99
4 purchases

Loop

One-time4
  • 15 Gold Nuggets$0.99
  • Unlock All Levels$2.99
  • 75 Gold Nuggets$3.99
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  • 300 Gold Nuggets$9.99

Questions

Is Shapez free?
Shapez is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Loop free?
Loop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Shapez or Loop?
Shapez is rated higher. Shapez averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Loop averages 4.1 from 8 ratings.
Do Shapez or Loop have ads?
Neither Shapez nor Loop shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Shapez or Loop?
Shapez ships an update every 5 weeks, and Loop every 3 days. Most recently, Shapez was updated on September 24, 2026 and Loop on September 9, 2026.

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