# Hex Place vs HackLab

The clearest difference is rating: HackLab at 4.8 against Hex Place's 4.0. HackLab also leads on ratings volume (16 vs 1). Hex Place's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HackLab sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Hex Place asks for nothing beyond the download.

HackLab holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HackLab has 16 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hex Place | HackLab |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hex-place/id6676080673/reviews) | **[4.8 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hacklab-hacker-simulator/id6761661931/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **16** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 37 MB | 56 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Zwaar Dev](https://appshunter.io/developer/1750464600) | [MEHMET CANKER (TR)](https://appshunter.io/developer/1565350155) |

## What reviewers say

### Hex Place

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hex-place/id6676080673)

Collaborate or compete on a massive, ever-changing digital canvas made of hexagons. Millions of users contribute one colored hexagon at a time, creating a dynamic mosaic of internet culture and creativity. Witness a real-time evolution of art and chaos.

**Highlights:** Massive digital canvas, Hexagonal pixel art, Real-time collaboration, User-generated content, Constantly evolving artwork, Internet culture representation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### HackLab

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hacklab-hacker-simulator/id6761661931)

Master ethical hacking in a realistic terminal environment. Learn cybersecurity techniques through hands-on missions, from scanning to exploitation, with an AI-powered hint system and global leaderboards.

**Highlights:** Authentic terminal gameplay, Mission-based progression, AI-powered hint system, Rank progression and leaderboards, Daily missions and streaks, Real cybersecurity skills practice, Simulated safe environment

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HackLab Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| HackLab Pro Annual | $24.99 | per year |
| 10 Hint Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5 Mission Unlocks | $1.99 | one-time |
| 7-Day XP Boost | $2.99 | one-time |
| HackLab Pro Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hex Place free?

Hex Place is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is HackLab free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Hex Place or HackLab?

HackLab is rated higher. Hex Place averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while HackLab averages 4.8 from 16 ratings.

### Do Hex Place or HackLab have ads?

Neither Hex Place nor HackLab shows ads.

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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.*