Comparison

MineSweepAR vs Pattern Rush

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

Head to head
About

MineSweepAR

Experience classic Minesweeper in a new dimension with augmented reality. Play solo or challenge friends in real-world environments, utilizing special mines and social features to climb leaderboards.

Highlights
  • Augmented Reality gameplay
  • Single player mode
  • Multiplayer challenges
  • Special mines (Magnetic, Reset)
  • User accounts and progress sync
  • Leaderboards and rewards
  • In-game chat and emojis
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Experience Minesweeper like never before in Augmented Reality. MinesweepAR brings the classic Minesweeper game into the real world. Play solo or against friends on real-world maps. Place special mines, explore, and test your deduction skills. Game modes: - Single Player: Classic Minesweeper logic in an AR experience. - Multiplayer: Challenge friends or match with random players. - Guest Login: Play instantly without creating an account. Special mines: - Magnetic Mine: Chase and defuse it before the timer runs out. - Reset Mine: Triggers a complete grid reset. User accounts and progress: - Sign in with Email, Google, or Apple to sync progress. - Guest login available for quick access. Leaderboards and rewards: - Earn coins for successful games. - Unlock items and climb global and friends leaderboards. Social play: - See when friends are online. - Communicate during gameplay using chat and emojis. Explore your surroundings, defuse virtual mines, and dominate the leaderboard. Download MinesweepAR now and become the ultimate minesweeper in your world. Subscription Information: - MinesweepAR Premium (Monthly): 1 month auto-renewing subscription - MinesweepAR Premium (Yearly): 1 year auto-renewing subscription Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Apple ID Account Settings at any time after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://ubi-d07ff4-dd4b0b2991a87771163ef564d0ac.webflow.io/privacypolicy Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Pattern Rush

Features
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Can you spot the pattern before anyone else? Pattern Rush is a fast, satisfying logic puzzle inspired by the classic card game SET. Find sets of three cards by matching shapes, colors, numbers, and shading — race the clock or settle into deep focus. Now with multiplayer: compete on the same board with friends or anyone worldwide. How it works Each card has 4 features. Your goal: find sets of 3 cards where each feature is either all the same or all different across the three. Simple to learn, tricky to master. Multiplayer - Play with friends or anyone — share a link or join an open match - Same rules, shared board — see who finds the most sets - Ad-free — no banners, no interruptions - Note: multiplayer requires an internet connection Features - Multiple difficulty levels — from beginner to brainiac - Solo mode works fully offline — no account, no sign-in - Hints — stuck? Get help without penalty - Pattern Rush Pro — unlock custom themes and detailed stats to track your progress - Fast rounds or slow focus — play how you like Whether you love logic puzzles, brain training, or a quick mental challenge, Pattern Rush is made for you. No ads. No sign-in to play. No interruptions. Just patterns, progress, and pure puzzle satisfaction.

Screenshots

MineSweepAR4 screens
Pattern Rush4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Pattern Rush at none against MineSweepAR's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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. MineSweepAR sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Pattern Rush sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MineSweepAR ships an update every 9 months, Pattern Rush every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on June 3, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
MineSweepAR versus Pattern Rush: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMineSweepARPattern Rush
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 5 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size470 MB67 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDinah RedhouseBLISS LABS OU

In-app purchases

2 purchases

MineSweepAR

Subscriptions2
  • Full Access – 1 Month$1.991 Month
  • Full Access – 1 Year$14.991 Year
1 purchases

Pattern Rush

One-time1
  • Pattern Rush Unlimited$6.99

Questions

Is MineSweepAR free?
MineSweepAR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pattern Rush free?
Pattern Rush is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MineSweepAR or Pattern Rush have ads?
MineSweepAR shows ads; Pattern Rush does not.
Which is updated more often, MineSweepAR or Pattern Rush?
MineSweepAR ships an update every 9 months, and Pattern Rush every 5 months. Most recently, MineSweepAR was updated on June 3, 2026 and Pattern Rush on September 17, 2026.

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