# Pigmenta vs Shells

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pigmenta | Shells |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shells-nested-block-puzzle/id6661020395/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **22** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 26 MB | 102 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bouke W Stam](https://appshunter.io/developer/1728047599) | [arlybird games LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1764665157) |

## What reviewers say

### Pigmenta

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pigmenta/id6476877780)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Shells

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shells-nested-block-puzzle/id6661020395)

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Bundle | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Large Bundle | $3.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Bundle | $8.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked 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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