# PiKuBo vs Primrows+

The clearest difference is rating: Primrows+ at 4.8 against PiKuBo's 4.6. Primrows+ also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 88%). PiKuBo's advantage is ratings volume (90 vs 18). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PiKuBo sells 13 one-off in-app purchases and Primrows+ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Primrows+ holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PiKuBo has 90 ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of PiKuBo's written reviews are positive against 100% of Primrows+'s.

PiKuBo ships an update monthly, Primrows+ every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PiKuBo | Primrows+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (90 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pikubo-3d-nonogram-puzzles/id6467725326/reviews) | **[4.8 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/primrows-plus/id6477324016/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **90** | 18 |
| Positive reviews | 87.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 119 MB | 394 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Daniel Benito](https://appshunter.io/developer/1566105796) | [Tursiops Truncatus Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/372916085) |

## What reviewers say

### PiKuBo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pikubo-3d-nonogram-puzzles/id6467725326)

This app offers a unique 3D twist on classic nonogram puzzles. Players reveal hidden shapes by strategically removing blocks from a cube. It features over 400 puzzles, adaptive controls, and a logic-based gameplay experience.

**Highlights:** Over 400 3D puzzles, Logic-based gameplay, Adaptive one-handed controls, Save progress, Customizable markers, Portrait and landscape modes

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Puzzle Pack 02 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 03 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 14 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 13 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 12 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 11 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 10 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 09 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 08 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 07 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 06 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 05 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Puzzle Pack 04 | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Innovative 3D nonogram puzzle concept
- 🎮 Engaging and addictive gameplay
- 👍 Intuitive and well-designed user interface
- 🎨 Beautiful graphics and visual presentation
- 💰 Affordable pricing for puzzle packs ($0.99 each)

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⏱️ Timer system feels rushed and stressful
- ❤️ Heart/lives system frustrating for some players
- 🐛 Occasional accidental block touches
- 🔧 Controls reset when rotating puzzle
- 💸 Pricing model requires multiple purchases for full content

**Reported bugs**

- In-app purchase error preventing pack purchases
- Purchase not received after payment
- Support email bouncing back
- Color contrast issue in Pack 12 (blue on blue)
- Inability to expose enough blocks at certain angles for decision-making

**Requested features**

- More puzzle packs released more frequently
- Undo button for accidental moves
- Save progress mid-puzzle
- Ability to move puzzle around (pan feature)
- Full 360-degree rotation capability


### Primrows+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/primrows-plus/id6477324016)

A logic puzzle game where you grow and prune flowers in a whimsical garden. It combines sudoku-like rules with elements of chance and pattern recognition. Enjoy weekly challenges, seasonal artwork, and an ambient soundscape.

**Highlights:** Sudoku-inspired logic puzzles, Whimsical garden theme, Weekly challenges with special mechanics, Ambient nature soundscape, Seasonal artwork, Quick Play and Journal Play modes, Color blindness and low vision accessibility

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PiKuBo free?

PiKuBo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Primrows+ free?

Primrows+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PiKuBo or Primrows+?

Primrows+ is rated higher. PiKuBo averages 4.6 out of 5 from 90 ratings, while Primrows+ averages 4.8 from 18 ratings.

### Do PiKuBo or Primrows+ have ads?

Neither PiKuBo nor Primrows+ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PiKuBo or Primrows+?

PiKuBo ships an update monthly, and Primrows+ every 2 months. Most recently, PiKuBo was updated on September 23, 2026 and Primrows+ on September 16, 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.*