Comparison

Brick Stacks vs What the Hex! Color Sort

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

Head to head
About

Brick Stacks

Merge blocks of the same type to evolve them into higher values. Achieve specific block combinations within limited moves to win. Strategize your matches and merges before time runs out.

Highlights
  • Merge blocks of the same type
  • Evolve blocks to higher values
  • Achieve specific block combinations
  • Limited moves per level
  • Time-sensitive gameplay
  • Strategic matching and merging
Features
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Dive into "Brick Stacks," where your goal is to master the art of merging! Each level challenges you with a simple yet engaging task: merge blocks of the same type to evolve them into higher values. Achieve the specific block combinations displayed at the top to claim victory! The game intensifies as blocks fall and stack up. You can only merge blocks that are separate. Time is of the essence! With limited moves at your disposal, failing to meet the level’s objectives means starting over. Each move is crucial in your strategy to match and merge, hitting your targets before time runs out. Download "Brick Stacks" for free now and test your strategic thinking with every match and merge!

About

What the Hex! Color Sort

Engage in a hexagonal puzzle game where you stack and merge hexagons of the same color. Strategize your moves to clear the board, hit targets, and unlock new areas. Enjoy a visually delightful and addictive experience.

Highlights
  • Match and merge same-colored hexagons
  • Strategic move planning
  • Clear the board to hit targets
  • Build to unlock new areas
  • Satisfying stacking mechanics
Features
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Get ready to stack, match, and merge in "What the Hex!" - the ultimate hexagonal puzzle game that’s as fun as it is addictive! How to Play: Match & Merge: Stack hexagons of the same color to merge them into bigger stacks! Strategize: Plan your moves carefully to clear the board and hit the target. Progress & Unlock: Build places to unlock exciting new areas! Why You'll Love "What the Hex!": Simple, yet deeply strategic gameplay Relaxing and visually delightful design Satisfying stacking mechanics that keep you coming back for more IGRS Rating 3+ Do you have what it takes to hex your way to victory? Download "What the Hex!" now and start stacking!

Screenshots

Brick Stacks4 screens
What the Hex! Color Sort4 screens

Verdict

The call

Brick Stacks and What the Hex! Color Sort both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 96% of Brick Stacks's written reviews are positive against 63% of What the Hex! Color Sort's. What the Hex! Color Sort's advantage is ratings volume (5.8K vs 309). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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

Both are free to download. Brick Stacks sells 16 one-off in-app purchases and What the Hex! Color Sort sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

What the Hex! Color Sort holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: What the Hex! Color Sort has 5.8K ratings behind it against 309, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 96% of Brick Stacks's written reviews are positive against 63% of What the Hex! Color Sort's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Brick Stacks ships an update every 2 weeks, What the Hex! Color Sort every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Brick Stacks versus What the Hex! Color Sort: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBrick StacksWhat the Hex! Color Sort
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (309 ratings)4.9 (5.8K ratings) — better
Positive reviews95.7% of reviews — better62.9% of reviews
Number of ratings3095.8K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size466 MB321 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBackpack GamesAgave Games

Customer experience

Brick Stacks

All ratings309 ratings
Positive94.2%
Neutral2.9%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews23 reviews
Positive95.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative4.3%

What the Hex! Color Sort

All ratings5,812 ratings
Positive99.0%
Neutral0.4%
Negative0.6%
Written reviews70 reviews
Positive62.9%
Neutral10.0%
Negative27.1%

User reviews

Brick Stacks

From 309 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 💡 Unique and engaging gameplay
  • 👍 Smooth and seamless controls
  • 🚀 Quick and satisfying matches
  • 💡 Refreshing blend of strategy and fun
  • 👍 Beautifully designed levels

What the Hex! Color Sort

From 5.8K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎨 Fun and relaxing game
  • 👍 Enjoyable gameplay
  • 🎨 Interesting color sorting mechanics

Room to improve

  • 💰 Pay-to-retry model
  • 📺 Excessive ads
  • 🐛 Progression issues on certain levels

Bugs and requests

Brick Stacks

No bugs or feature requests surfaced in reviews.

What the Hex! Color Sort

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Levels getting stuck and unable to progress
  • Compatibility issues on older devices

Requested features

2 requests
  • Ability to continue from last level
  • More level variety

In-app purchases

16 purchases

Brick Stacks

One-time16
  • Brick Stacks - Special Offer$0.99
  • 250 Coins$1.99
  • Beginner Pack$3.99
Show 13 more
  • Coin Pack$4.99
  • Master Pack$4.99
  • 1250 Coins$7.99
  • No Ads$7.99
  • Mega Pack$9.99
  • No Ads Bundle$11.99
  • 2500 Coins$14.99
  • Master Pack$19.99
  • Ultra Pack$19.99
  • 6250 Coins$29.99
  • Ultimate Pack$29.99
  • Legendary Pack$29.99
  • 25000 Coins$99.99
13 purchases

What the Hex! Color Sort

One-time13
  • Starter Pack$0.99
  • Coin Pack 1$1.99
  • Explorer Pack$5.99
Show 10 more
  • Builders Toolbox$5.99
  • Coin Pack 2$7.99
  • No Ads$9.99
  • Adventurer Pack$11.99
  • Ultimate Pack$11.99
  • Coin Pack 3$14.99
  • Challenger Pack$24.99
  • Coin Pack 4$29.99
  • Coin Pack 5$54.99
  • Coin Pack 6$99.99

Questions

Is Brick Stacks free?
Brick Stacks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is What the Hex! Color Sort free?
What the Hex! Color Sort is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Brick Stacks or What the Hex! Color Sort?
What the Hex! Color Sort is rated higher. Brick Stacks averages 4.8 out of 5 from 309 ratings, while What the Hex! Color Sort averages 4.9 from 5.8K ratings.
Do Brick Stacks or What the Hex! Color Sort have ads?
Both Brick Stacks and What the Hex! Color Sort show ads.
Which is updated more often, Brick Stacks or What the Hex! Color Sort?
Brick Stacks ships an update every 2 weeks, and What the Hex! Color Sort every 10 days. Most recently, Brick Stacks was updated on October 23, 2026 and What the Hex! Color Sort on October 30, 2026.

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