MineSweeper DX vs MinesweeperNow
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MineSweeper DX
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Classic puzzle game Minesweeper. Enjoy the traditional mode offline for a relaxing gameplay experience or aim for high rankings in the online ranking mode. â–¼About the App ## Custom Mode - Standard mode that allows for repeated play with customizable levels - Supports random level generation ## Ranking Mode - Challenge yourself to achieve the highest score in 3 minutes - Register your best score on the world rankings ## Switchable Board Themes - Unlock unique board themes with theme tickets (more themes will be added in updates) - Theme tickets can be obtained by playing repeatedly ## Hint Display Function - Use the hint display function when you don't know which square to open ## Display Language Setting - Switch between English and Japanese ## Account Linking Function - Data transfer is possible when linking accounts for device changes, etc.
MinesweeperNow
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MinesweeperNow – The classic puzzle game reimagined! Test your skills, flag mines, and clear the grid. Download now and enjoy endless strategic fun! • Classic Gameplay: Experience the beloved Minesweeper mechanics you know and love. Flag mines, clear the grid, and conquer the game! • Flag Mode: Quickly mark those mines with intuitive flagging to help you navigate the board like a pro. • Personalised Themes: Personalize your Minesweeper adventure with vibrant themes to suit your style. • Smooth Animations & Sounds: Enjoy a polished experience with animations that bring the game to life and satisfying sounds for every action. • Spin the fidget: Spin the fidget Icon on homescreen & distract the chaos of life. Download MinesweeperNow today and test your puzzle-solving mastery in this nostalgic yet fresh take on the classic! #MinesweeperNow #ShivamPatelIOS #ClassicGames #PuzzleChallenge #IndieGames #FlagAndWin #BrainTeaser
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: MinesweeperNow at none against MineSweeper DX's shown. MinesweeperNow also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 18 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
MineSweeper DX ships an update every 18 months, MinesweeperNow every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MineSweeper DX | MinesweeperNow |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 18 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 73 MB | 52 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Takashi Kanamori | Shivam Patel |
In-app purchases
MineSweeper DX
No in-app purchases
MinesweeperNow
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is MineSweeper DX free?
Is MinesweeperNow free?
Do MineSweeper DX or MinesweeperNow have ads?
Which is updated more often, MineSweeper DX or MinesweeperNow?
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