Point vs Equate 8
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Point
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Embark on a journey through a simple black and white world in Point. Strange events threaten its existence, but you hold the key to salvation. Use arrow-like creatures to locate invisible enemies and protect the world from destruction. With 50 levels and 4 infinite game modes, challenge your prediction skills to the fullest. Enjoy the minimalist aesthetics, relaxing gameplay, and simple controls that make Point a captivating puzzle experience.
Equate 8
This math puzzle game challenges players to rearrange numbers in a 3x3 grid to solve eight equations simultaneously. It offers escalating difficulty, medals for efficiency, and a daily puzzle for free play. The game also serves as an educational tool, with features for educators to design custom levels.
- Magic square reimagining
- Balance eight equations
- Multiple operators
- Escalating difficulty levels
- Medals for efficiency
- Daily puzzle
- Snap Mode for assistance
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Equate 8 is a bold reimagining of the classic magic square—an innovative, addictive math puzzle featured at New York City’s Museum of Mathematics. Players rearrange numbers in a 3×3 grid to balance eight equations at once (three rows, three columns, two diagonals), racing to solve the puzzle in the fewest moves. With multiple operators, escalating difficulty levels, and medals awarded for efficiency, Equate 8 is as rewarding as it is challenging. Equate 8 is the sequel to our Webby-nominated game The Devil’s Calculator, named one of PAX’s 10 Best Indie Games of 2019. Disguised as a casual mobile game, Equate 8 is a powerful interactive learning tool. Our talk will explore the sophisticated math behind the project and debut a new feature allowing educators to design levels aligned with their curricula. With its blend of pedagogical depth, intuitive design, and playful challenge, Equate 8 shows how games can transform math education. It empowers students, supports teachers, and makes math feel like play. Solving the grid in fewer moves will gain a silver or gold medal, but a bronze is awarded regardless, so don't stress. The daily puzzle gives players a free way to play and unlock content. Acquire “streaks” tokens by playing regularly. Exchange medals and streaks for Challenges, packs of themed puzzles. If the squares seem too complicated, open the menu to try Snap Mode. A number will automatically be locked (circled) when in the correct place. This mode can be played in a limited number of sequences before it reverts to the default. Donate to our nonprofit for access to unlimited difficulty levels.Equate 8 is a fun casual game for all ages, whether practicing math skills or engaging brainpower. Donations support the mission of Cinq-Mars Media, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit to develop educational games, always provided free to teachers and students.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Equate 8 at Free against Point's $1.99. Point's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On 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
Equate 8 is free to download; Point costs $1.99 up front. Equate 8 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Point asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Point | Equate 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | — | 4.6 (14 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 80.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 14 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 | 11.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 42 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Carlos Saoud | Cinq-Mars Media |
In-app purchases
Point
No in-app purchases
Equate 8
- Endless Levels!$2.99









