Comparison

Planetoid vs Grid Patch

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

Head to head
About

Planetoid

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Welcome to Planetoid, the ultimate minimalist RTS (real-time strategy) game, a gem in the world of strategy gaming. Lovingly crafted by indie developers Mike and Krzysztof, Planetoid offers a distinct and immersive experience, appealing to both dedicated strategy fans and newcomers. In this game, your mission is to capture every planet by sending payloads to your opponents. Challenged by an advanced AI (artificial intelligence), your strategy must evolve as both your and your enemies’ planets grow over time. Every decision counts, demanding careful planning and tactical finesse. Unique to Planetoid is its offline mode, ensuring that your strategic conquests aren’t limited by connectivity. Whether you’re flying high or relaxing at home, your quest for domination continues uninterrupted. Planetoid stands out with its minimalist design, complemented by an ambient soundtrack, creating a serene yet engaging gameplay environment. Free from ads and in-app purchases, it offers a pure, uninterrupted strategic experience. For the tech-savvy, Planetoid is a showcase of indie development prowess: * Crafted in Objective-C for a seamless experience. * Leveraging SpriteKit for dynamic visuals. * Proudly independent, without reliance on third-party game engines. * All assets and music are original and self-created. Join us in Planetoid, where strategy meets simplicity, and every move shapes your path to victory.

About

Grid Patch

Fill a grid by placing rectangular and square patches of specific sizes. Each numbered tile indicates the exact dimensions of the patch that must cover it, requiring logical deduction and spatial reasoning to complete the board without gaps or overlaps.

Highlights
  • Grid-based logic puzzles
  • Patch placement mechanics
  • Progressive difficulty
  • Clean interface
  • Intuitive controls
Features
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Grid Patch is a grid-based logic puzzle where you fill the entire board using patches — rectangular and square shapes. Each numbered tile on the grid tells you the exact size of the shape that must cover it. Your goal is to place every shape so the board is complete, with no gaps and no overlaps. Inspired by Shikaku and classic tiling puzzles, GridPatch brings a clean and modern patches-based approach to grid-based logic challenges. It sounds simple, but each puzzle demands careful observation, spatial reasoning, and logical deduction. Start from the numbers, work out which shapes fit, and piece together the solution step by step. HOW TO PLAY • Each puzzle presents a grid with numbered tiles • A number indicates the exact size of the patch that must cover it • Shapes are rectangles or squares • Every cell must be covered by exactly one patch • No overlaps and no gaps are allowed • Use logic and available space to determine correct placement FEATURES • Clean and minimal interface for focused gameplay • Patches-based mechanics inspired by Shikaku puzzles • Progressive difficulty across multiple grid sizes • Smooth and intuitive controls WHO IS IT FOR GridPatch is designed for players who enjoy logic puzzles, spatial reasoning, and structured problem-solving. If you like Shikaku, rectangle puzzles, or number-based grid challenges, this game offers a refined and satisfying experience. Suitable for both quick sessions and longer, focused gameplay. Challenge your mind. Fill the grid. Solve with logic.

Screenshots

Planetoid4 screens
Grid Patch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Grid Patch at Free against Planetoid's $3.99. Planetoid's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On device support 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

Grid Patch is free to download; Planetoid costs $3.99 up front. Grid Patch sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Planetoid asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Planetoid versus Grid Patch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlanetoidGrid Patch
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating—4.6 (25 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—75.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—25 — better
Update frequency—Every 10 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKrzysztof WerysYudiz Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

Planetoid

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Grid Patch

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$9.99

Questions

Is Planetoid free?
Planetoid costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Grid Patch free?
Grid Patch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Planetoid or Grid Patch have ads?
Grid Patch shows ads; Planetoid does not.

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