TBPS Lite vs Square Race
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TBPS Lite
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TBPS is a versatile three-body problem simulator that allows you to explore the fascinating and mysterious dynamics of three-body phenomena. Whether you're an observer marveling at the unpredictable motions of celestial objects or a creator designing unique universes by tweaking various parameters, TBPS offers a compelling experience. Learn more about the three-body problem in mathematics and physics by visiting https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three-body_problem or explore its depiction in literature through the acclaimed novel *The Three-Body Problem* by Liu Cixin at [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Three-Body_Problem_(novel)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Three-Body_Problem_(novel)).
Square Race
Design and build custom arenas with interactive elements for physics-driven races. Set up competitions with AI racers and watch unpredictable battles unfold. Record and share your unique creations.
- Customizable arena builder
- Physics-driven competitions
- AI-powered racers
- Maze design editor
- Record and share creations
- Endless customization options
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Create, Compete, and Watch the Chaos Unfold! Unleash your creativity in Square Races: Arena Simulator, where physics-driven competitions come to life! Build fully customizable arenas, design intricate mazes, and set up thrilling challenges using a variety of interactive elements—corridors, walls, teleports, breakable barriers, and more. Design Your Own Race Tracks: Craft pixel-art-style mazes in a grid-based editor, tweak layouts to perfection, and customize colors to match your vision. Set the Rules & Watch the Action: Create unique competitions with AI-powered square racers. Set them loose and watch unpredictable, fast-paced physics battles unfold! Record & Share Your Creations: Capture satisfying races, intense clashes, or mesmerizing patterns and share them with friends or on social media. Endless Customization: Modify player attributes, adjust physics settings, and experiment with different race styles to make every simulation unique. Ready to build, race, and watch the chaos? Download now and start creating your ultimate racing arenas! Icons by Icons8. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TBPS Lite at none against Square Race's 4. TBPS Lite also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence 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
Both are free to download. Square Race sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. TBPS Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.
TBPS Lite ships an update weekly, Square Race every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TBPS Lite | Square Race |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.7 (287 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 57.1% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 287 — better |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Wu Bin | Michal Manak |
In-app purchases
TBPS Lite
No in-app purchases
Square Race
- Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$7.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$14.991 Year
- Lifetime Access$12.99
