# Tool Evolution vs Block Codex

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Block Codex at none against Tool Evolution's 10. Block Codex also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Tool Evolution's advantage is ratings volume (12K vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tool Evolution sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Block Codex asks for nothing beyond the download.

Block Codex holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tool Evolution has 12K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tool Evolution | Block Codex |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tool-evolution-mine-and-evolve/id6517355244/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-codex/id6757725479/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 20.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 288 MB | 88 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HOMA GAMES](https://appshunter.io/developer/1508492426) | [Vivian Bailey](https://appshunter.io/developer/1699131679) |

## What reviewers say

### Tool Evolution

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tool-evolution-mine-and-evolve/id6517355244)

Embark on a time-traveling adventure where you control an evolving tool. Harvest resources, craft items, and build worlds across different historical eras and futuristic landscapes. Adapt your tool to new challenges and expand your creations through time.

**Highlights:** Time travel through eras, Evolving tool mechanics, Idle resource harvesting, Crafting and world expansion, Historical and futuristic gameplay

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gem Offer 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Chest Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Starting Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 4 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Resource Pack 6 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 5 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 6 | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun and satisfying gameplay
- 👍 Enjoyable time-killer
- 💡 Interesting concept and progression

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent bugs and glitches
- 🔍 Unclear game mechanics
- 📢 Excessive ads and monetization
- 🔒 Lack of progress saving and restoration

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes or gets stuck at certain stages
- Tools/characters becoming invisible or disappearing
- Inability to progress past certain levels
- Progress reset or lost after updates

**Requested features**

- More content and levels
- Better balance and progression
- Improved stability and bug fixes
- Clearer in-game instructions


### Block Codex

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-codex/id6757725479)

Explore New York City by walking every block. Track your progress on a map, aiming to turn all city blocks blue. Build a daily walking streak for rewards and achieve legendary status by conquering neighborhoods.

**Highlights:** Walk and map every NYC block, Track progress with color-coded map, Build and maintain daily walking streaks, Complete neighborhoods and boroughs, Simple, intuitive interface, Solo play, no social features

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tool Evolution free?

Tool Evolution is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Block Codex free?

Block Codex is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Tool Evolution or Block Codex?

Block Codex is rated higher. Tool Evolution averages 4.7 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while Block Codex averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Tool Evolution or Block Codex have ads?

Tool Evolution shows ads; Block Codex does not.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*