Comparison

Pigmenta vs Shells

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

Head to head
About

Pigmenta

Features
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Pigmenta is an ambient logic puzzle game, where you mix different colored lines to solve puzzles. The game includes: - 48 handcrafted campaign puzzles - Time trial mode for those seeking extra challenges - Infinite puzzle generator to keep on playing

About

Shells

A geometry puzzle game where you slide blocks into larger shells to rearrange the board and solve challenges. It offers over 360 levels across 8 worlds with a focus on spatial reasoning and problem-solving. Enjoy a relaxing experience with a soothing soundtrack.

Highlights
  • Nested block sliding mechanics
  • Over 360 original levels
  • 8 distinct game worlds
  • Optional hint system
  • Soothing piano soundtrack
  • Compact 4x4 grid gameplay
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Shells is a geometry puzzle game about the elegance of nested pieces on a tiny board. Slide your block into larger shells to rearrange the board and find your way out! Features: - Simple core mechanics and deep emergent complexity packed into a compact 4x4 grid. Train your brain by challenging your problem solving and spatial reasoning skills! - Gradual difficulty curve featuring over 360 original levels spread across 8 distinct worlds. - Flexible progression structure with multiple levels to choose from at any given point. - Adjust the difficulty to your liking with the optional hint system! - Soothing piano soundtrack accompanied by relaxing sound effects and backgrounds.

Screenshots

Pigmenta4 screens
Shells4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Shells at Free against Pigmenta's $2.99. Pigmenta's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Shells is free to download; Pigmenta costs $2.99 up front. Shells sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Pigmenta asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Pigmenta versus Shells: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPigmentaShells
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating—5.0 (22 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—22 — better
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB102 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBouke W Stamarlybird games LLC

In-app purchases

None

Pigmenta

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Shells

One-time4
  • Small Bundle$0.99
  • Medium Bundle$1.99
  • Large Bundle$3.99
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  • Unlimited Bundle$8.99

Questions

Is Pigmenta free?
Pigmenta costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Shells free?
Shells is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pigmenta or Shells have ads?
Shells shows ads; Pigmenta does not.

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