Comparison

Cube Explosion vs Circle Pop!

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

Head to head
About

Cube Explosion

Features
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Cube Explosion: A game that combines blocks with puzzle solving, combining originality and classic elements! Easy and simple operation, exquisite sound effects, and thrilling rhythm! After playing 'Block Explosion', you will definitely be unable to stop! In addition to traditional puzzle gameplay, you will also experience a brand new original "combo" gameplay. To complete elimination, drag and drop blocks onto the chessboard, fill one row or column, and clear multiple rows or columns at once. This not only triggers cool elimination animations but also earns extra points. The more combos you complete, the higher your score. If you want to achieve high scores, you must use logical thinking and layout strategies. The Cube Explosion "can not only test your intelligence, but also exercise your brain power.

About

Circle Pop!

Strategically place blocks on an 8x8 grid to clear rows and columns. Master combos, aim for high scores, and enjoy a visually clean and responsive puzzle experience. Play offline and customize themes to your preference.

Highlights
  • Strategic block placement
  • Clear rows and columns
  • Combo scoring and multipliers
  • Offline play
  • Customizable themes
  • Clean, readable design
Features
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Circle Pop - The Ultimate Block Puzzle Experience Circle Pop is an addictive puzzle game where you place blocks strategically to clear rows and columns. Master combos, beat your personal best, and challenge yourself! Place blocks strategically, clear lines, and master the art of combos in Circle Pop! - the most addictive block puzzle game! GAMEPLAY - Place pieces on an 8×8 grid - Clear rows and columns to score - Chain clears for combos and multipliers - Think ahead — one bad placement can end the run - Game over when no piece fits FEATURES - Many piece shapes — from simple lines to tricky patterns - Combo scoring — reward clever setups - Clean, colorful look with a focus on readability - Smooth motion and clear feedback when you clear lines - Sound and music you can toggle - Haptics for a more tactile feel (where supported) - Play offline — no connection required Perfect for: Puzzle fans, strategy-minded players, and anyone who wants one more game on the bus or before bed. Download Circle Pop! and see how high you can score.

Screenshots

Cube Explosion4 screens
Circle Pop!3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Cube Explosion at daily against Circle Pop!'s every 2 weeks. Cube Explosion also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). 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

Cube Explosion ships an update daily, Circle Pop! every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Cube Explosion versus Circle Pop!: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCube ExplosionCircle Pop!
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—6 — better
Update frequencyDaily — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size80 MB81 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerkai zhangBoating Suite, LLC

In-app purchases

None

Cube Explosion

No in-app purchases

None

Circle Pop!

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cube Explosion free?
Cube Explosion is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Circle Pop! free?
Circle Pop! is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Cube Explosion or Circle Pop! have ads?
Both Cube Explosion and Circle Pop! show ads.
Which is updated more often, Cube Explosion or Circle Pop!?
Cube Explosion ships an update daily, and Circle Pop! every 2 weeks. Most recently, Cube Explosion was updated on October 6, 2026 and Circle Pop! on October 1, 2026.

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