Comparison

Molecule Maker vs GridCrack

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

Head to head
About

Molecule Maker

A relaxing puzzle game where you combine elements on a honeycomb grid to form real molecules. Discover new molecules, collect cards, and enjoy 200 brain-challenging levels. Perfect for quick breaks or extended play.

Highlights
  • Combine elements to form molecules
  • 200 challenging levels
  • Discover and collect molecule cards
  • Relaxing gameplay
  • Honeycomb grid interface
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Molecule Maker is a relaxing puzzle game that lets you play with chemistry—no lab coat required. Swipe your way through a honeycomb grid, combining elements like Hydrogen, Oxygen, and Nitrogen (H, O, N…) to form real molecules such as water and ammonia. Tackle 200 cleverly designed levels that challenge your brain without raising your blood pressure. Each level asks you to discover four target molecules by dragging through adjacent cells to select elements. Get it right, and you’re rewarded with a card describing what you’ve just created. New discoveries are added to your growing card collection. Molecule Maker is perfect for quick breaks, longer sessions, or that “just one more level” feeling. Relax, experiment, and enjoy a smart little puzzle game that’s as calming as it is curious.

About

GridCrack

Features
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GRIDCRACK is a code-cracking puzzle game wrapped in a neon-lit cyberpunk interface. Select codes from a grid, manage your buffer, and complete target sequences — all while alternating between rows and columns. TWO GAME MODES CRACK THE GRID — Pick a difficulty and solve the puzzle. Complete all sequences within your buffer limit to earn up to three stars. Plan your path carefully — every move counts. GRID RUSH — Race against the clock. Clear grids to earn bonus time and keep your run alive. Chase high scores and compete on weekly leaderboards. FOUR DIFFICULTY TIERS Start on Easy and work your way up. Each tier demands sharper strategy — tighter buffers, more sequences, and less room for error. Earn stars to unlock the next challenge. • Easy — Starter grid. Room to learn. • Medium — Tighter buffer. Sharper choices. • Hard — Complex sequences. Minimal slack. • Expert — 6×6 grid. No margin for error. GAME CENTER Compete on leaderboards for Grid Rush high scores, weekly runs, best streaks, and total stars. Unlock achievements as you progress. FEATURES • Procedurally generated puzzles — every game is different • Special cell types — blockers, wildcards, and decay cells • Animated Metal shader backgrounds and CRT overlay effects • Help mode highlights optimal moves while you learn • Full statistics tracking across both modes • Haptic feedback and custom sound design • Reduce Motion support for accessibility • Localized in English, Spanish, French, Russian, Arabic, and Chinese

Screenshots

Molecule Maker4 screens
GridCrack3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: GridCrack at every 2 days against Molecule Maker's every 2 months. Molecule Maker's advantage is iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.0). On price, ads, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Molecule Maker ships an update every 2 months, GridCrack every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Molecule Maker versus GridCrack: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMolecule MakerGridCrack
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.6 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size172 MB23 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperMark BarclayArtur Shinkevich

In-app purchases

None

Molecule Maker

No in-app purchases

None

GridCrack

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Molecule Maker free?
Molecule Maker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GridCrack free?
GridCrack is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Molecule Maker or GridCrack have ads?
Neither Molecule Maker nor GridCrack shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Molecule Maker or GridCrack?
Molecule Maker ships an update every 2 months, and GridCrack every 2 days. Most recently, Molecule Maker was updated on October 24, 2026 and GridCrack on October 12, 2026.

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