Comparison

Plug the Shape vs Block Merge

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

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About

Plug the Shape

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Test your spatial awareness with this addictive 3D puzzle game. Drag-and-drop the shapes into the holders that fit them before time runs out.

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Block Merge

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Welcome to Block Merge: 3D Cube Jam, a relaxing yet brain-teasing block puzzle game where you rotate the 3D cube, place colorful blocks, and merge them to clear layers and master every level. Step into a vibrant cube world filled with dynamic blocks, colorful visuals, and endless merging fun. Your goal is simple but addictive: rotate the entire 3D structure 360ยฐ to view every side, find the perfect gaps, and drop blocks to complete full layers. Clear layers, score points, and keep the stack under control before time runs out or blocks rise too high! Every move matters. Watch the next block carefully, plan your placement, and think ahead as the cube fills with colorful shapes. Easy to play, but mastering the perfect drop takes skill, speed, and smart strategy. How to Play - Hold & rotate the entire 3D block structure 360ยฐ to view every angle - Drop blocks into empty spaces to place and merge them into the cube - Complete full layers to clear colorful blocks and earn points - Watch the next block to plan and master your strategy - Use magic boosters when stuck - Donโ€™t let stacked blocks cross the danger line Key Features - Addictive 3D block puzzle and block merge gameplay - Full 360ยฐ rotation of the 3D cube for strategic placement - Satisfying block merge, layer-clearing, and combo drops - Next block preview for smarter puzzle planning - Bright, colorful 3D cube visuals and smooth controls - Magical boosters to help you solve tough puzzles Whether you love colorful block puzzles, satisfying 3D cube games, brain-teasing challenges, or just want a calming way to relax, Block Merge: 3D Cube Jam delivers a fun and engaging experience anytime. Rotate fast, drop smart, match, merge, and master the most colorful 3D block puzzle!

Screenshots

Plug the Shape3 screens
Block Merge4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Plug the Shape at none against Block Merge's shown. Plug the Shape also leads on update cadence (daily vs fortnightly). Block Merge's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.5). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Plug the Shape sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Block Merge sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Plug the Shape ships an update daily, Block Merge fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences ยท 3 level
Plug the Shape versus Block Merge: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlug the ShapeBlock Merge
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyDaily โ€” betterFortnightly
AdsNo โ€” betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” better
Requires iOS17.515.0 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size23 MB232 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJoseph WiemerSonat Technology Limited

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Plug the Shape

One-time3
  • 30 Coins$0.99
  • 70 Coins$1.99
  • 120 Coins$2.99
1 purchases

Block Merge

One-time1
  • No Ads$5.99

Questions

Is Plug the Shape free?
Plug the Shape is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Block Merge free?
Block Merge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Plug the Shape or Block Merge have ads?
Block Merge shows ads; Plug the Shape does not.
Which is updated more often, Plug the Shape or Block Merge?
Plug the Shape ships an update daily, and Block Merge fortnightly. Most recently, Plug the Shape was updated on October 25, 2026 and Block Merge on October 25, 2026.

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