# Code Busters vs Stack Sort

Code Busters and Stack Sort both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 31% of Stack Sort's written reviews are positive against 15% of Code Busters's. Stack Sort also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). Code Busters's advantage is chart position (#13 vs unranked). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Code Busters sells 18 one-off in-app purchases and Stack Sort sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Code Busters against 4.7 for Stack Sort. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9.2K and 6.9K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 15% of Code Busters's written reviews are positive against 31% of Stack Sort's.

Code Busters ships an update every 3 weeks, Stack Sort weekly. Both last shipped on September 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Code Busters | Stack Sort |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (9.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-busters-word-puzzle-game/id6499306754/reviews) | **[4.7 (6.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stack-sort-color-puzzle/id6756001949/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9.2K** | 6.9K |
| Positive reviews | 14.6% of reviews | **30.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#13** | — |
| Size | 206 MB | 289 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Smartronic](https://appshunter.io/developer/1743139022) | [Panteon Yazilim Oyun Egitim Teknolojileri ve Hizmetleri Sanayi Ticaret Anonim Sirketi](https://appshunter.io/developer/545605917) |

## What reviewers say

### Code Busters

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-busters-word-puzzle-game/id6499306754)

**Currently charting:** #13 Top Grossing · Word, #40 Top Free · Word, #145 Top Grossing · Puzzle (US App Store)

Engage your mind with a variety of puzzles including cryptograms, anagrams, crosswords, and Sudoku. This game offers over 500 levels and 10,000 quotes for an enriching intellectual adventure.

**Highlights:** Cryptogram puzzles, Anagrams, Crossword puzzles, Sudoku, Over 500 levels, Famous quotes, Code deciphering

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

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Hints Offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| 100 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5 Magic Wand Mascot Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| 100 Coins1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 20 Hints Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| 50 Hints Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Beginners Bundle | $3.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Discounted Offer | $3.99 | one-time |
| 5 Magic Wand | $4.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| 500 Coins | $6.99 | one-time |
| Crypto Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |
| Crypto Bundle1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Coins | $12.99 | one-time |
| Choose One All In One Bundle | $13.99 | one-time |
| Super Bundle | $29.99 | one-time |
| Legendary Bundle | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun to play
- 👍 Joyfully entertaining

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't load
- 🐛 Crashes during tutorial
- 🐛 Force closes after update
- 🐛 Incredibly slow
- 🔍 Text too small

**Reported bugs**

- Freezes before starting
- Unable to play levels
- Daily challenge calendar incorrect

**Requested features**

- Improve gameplay mechanics
- Enlarge keyboard letters


### Stack Sort

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stack-sort-color-puzzle/id6756001949)

A relaxing puzzle game where players sort colorful cards into matching stacks. Strategize to complete levels before running out of moves, navigating blockers and new card types. Enjoy a smooth and satisfying experience as you clear each board.

**Highlights:** Sort colorful cards, Complete levels with limited moves, Navigate blockers, Discover new card types, Satisfying puzzle clearing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Package 01 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Package 02 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Package 03 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Package 05 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Package 06 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Package 08 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Package 10 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Package 12 | $11.99 | one-time |
| Package 15 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Package 20 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Package 30 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Package 35 | $34.99 | one-time |
| Package 55 | $54.99 | one-time |
| Package 100 | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Code Busters free?

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

### Is Stack Sort free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Code Busters or Stack Sort?

Stack Sort is rated higher. Code Busters averages 4.6 out of 5 from 9.2K ratings, while Stack Sort averages 4.7 from 6.9K ratings.

### Do Code Busters or Stack Sort have ads?

Both Code Busters and Stack Sort show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Code Busters or Stack Sort?

Code Busters ships an update every 3 weeks, and Stack Sort weekly. Most recently, Code Busters was updated on September 26, 2026 and Stack Sort on September 26, 2026.

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