Comparison

Akari vs Puzzlr Pro

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

Head to head
About

Akari

Place light bulbs on a grid to illuminate every square without bulbs shining on each other. Master hundreds of addictive logic puzzles with daily and weekly challenges.

Highlights
  • Daily puzzle challenges
  • Weekly challenges
  • Multiple difficulty levels
  • Logic puzzle packs
  • Solving strategy guide
  • Player statistics and progress tracking
  • Offline play
Features
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Puzzle Your Way to Enlightenment! Ready for a mental workout that’s both challenging and fun? Akari, also known as Light Up, is here to brighten your day! Put on your thinking cap and illuminate your way through hundreds of addictive puzzles. This isn’t just a game; it’s a light-bulb moment waiting to happen. How to Play: Place light bulbs on the grid to illuminate every square. But watch out! Bulbs can't shine on each other, and you’ll need to use your wits to avoid lighting up the same area twice. Can you master the art of illumination and solve them all? Features: - Everyday I release a new number game (daily puzzle challenge) - Achievements & Leaderboards: Show off your brilliance and climb to the top of the global leaderboard. - There is also a weekly challenge for geniuses - There are 5 different difficulties (easy to diabolical) - Packs with hand-selected logic puzzle (e.g. for beginners) - Guide with solving strategies - Profile with stats about your skill level & progress Why You’ll Love Akari: - Perfect blend of strategy and logic. - No time limits, just pure puzzling pleasure. - Suitable for all ages. - Play offline anytime, anywhere. Whether you’re a seasoned puzzle master or a curious newcomer, Akari is the perfect way to light up your free time. Download now and start your journey to becoming the ultimate puzzle luminary! Privacy policy: https://guriddo.app/akari/legal/privacy Terms of use: https://guriddo.app/akari/legal/tos

About

Puzzlr Pro

Features
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Daily brain puzzles with a streak. Sliding tiles, words, sudoku — one fresh challenge every day, three stages, one streak. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Akari4 screens
Puzzlr Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Puzzlr Pro at none against Akari's shown. Puzzlr Pro also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, 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

Both are free to download. Akari sells 29 in-app purchases, starting at $0.79 per 7 days and Puzzlr Pro sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Akari ships an update every 3 weeks, Puzzlr Pro every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Akari versus Puzzlr Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAkariPuzzlr Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (30 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings30 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.6
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSimon SchusterMohamed Khairy

In-app purchases

29 purchases

Akari

Subscriptions3
  • Supporter (Weekly)$0.797 Days
  • Supporter (Monthly)$2.491 Month
  • Supporter (Annual)$14.991 Year
One-time26
  • Beginner Pack 2 (14x14)$0.99
  • Beginner Pack 2 (10x10)$0.99
  • Beginner Pack 2 (5x5)$0.99
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  • Beginner Pack 2 (7x7)$0.99
  • Beginner Pack 1 (5x5)$0.99
  • Beginner Pack 1 (10x10)$0.99
  • Beginner Pack 1 (7x7)$0.99
  • Beginner Pack 1 (14x14)$0.99
  • Advanced Pack 2 (10x10)$1.99
  • Advanced Pack 2 (14x14)$1.99
  • Advanced Pack 2 (5x5)$1.99
  • Expert Pack 2 (10x10)$1.99
  • Expert Pack 2 (14x14)$1.99
  • Advanced Pack 1 (14x14)$1.99
  • Advanced Pack 1 (10x10)$1.99
  • Advanced Pack 1 (7x7)$1.99
  • Expert Pack 1 (10x10)$1.99
  • Expert Pack 1 (14x14)$1.99
  • Advanced Pack 1 (5x5)$1.99
  • Expert Pack 1 (7x7)$1.99
  • Genius Pack 2 (25x25)$3.49
  • Genius Pack 1 (25x25)$3.49
  • Wizard Pack 1 (30x30)$3.49
  • Wizard Pack 1 (30x40)$3.49
  • Wizard Pack 1 (40x50)$3.49
  • Wizard Pack 3 (40x40)$3.99
3 purchases

Puzzlr Pro

Subscriptions2
  • Puzzlr Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Puzzlr Pro Yearly$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Puzzlr Pro Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is Akari free?
Akari is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Puzzlr Pro free?
Puzzlr Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Akari or Puzzlr Pro have ads?
Akari shows ads; Puzzlr Pro does not.
Which is updated more often, Akari or Puzzlr Pro?
Akari ships an update every 3 weeks, and Puzzlr Pro every 5 days. Most recently, Akari was updated on October 24, 2026 and Puzzlr Pro on October 17, 2026.

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