# Circle Sort vs Pixel Holes

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Pixel Holes at 100% against Circle Sort's 33%. Pixel Holes also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.9) and update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Circle Sort sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Pixel Holes sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pixel Holes holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pixel Holes has 472 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Circle Sort's written reviews are positive against 100% of Pixel Holes's.

Circle Sort ships an update monthly, Pixel Holes every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Circle Sort | Pixel Holes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/circle-sort-ring-puzzle/id6743114220/reviews) | **[4.9 (472 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-holes/id6760458384/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **472** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 256 MB | 183 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Game5mobile](https://appshunter.io/developer/1281867139) | [Pickcel Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1824379038) |

## What reviewers say

### Circle Sort

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/circle-sort-ring-puzzle/id6743114220)

A physics-based puzzle game where players match ring colors to clear the board. Strategically drop circles to complete objectives, but avoid hitting the line to prevent a game over.

**Highlights:** Physics-based gameplay, Color matching mechanics, Strategic circle placement, Level-based objectives, Risk/reward gameplay

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 500 Coins | $6.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Coins | $14.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Coins | $24.99 | one-time |
| 10000 Coins | $49.99 | one-time |
| 15000 Coins | $99.99 | one-time |


### Pixel Holes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-holes/id6760458384)

Engage in a colorful puzzle game where you collect pixels by strategically activating holes. Plan your moves carefully to avoid filling slots too early and complete beautiful pixel art levels. Enjoy quick gameplay with a steady challenge, playable offline.

**Highlights:** Collect pixels with colorful holes, Fill pixel art levels, Strategic move planning, Avoid filling slots early, Quick levels with steady challenge, Offline play

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mini Coin Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Fail Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Power Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Small Coin Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $7.99 | one-time |
| Super Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coin Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| Mega Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Circle Sort free?

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

### Is Pixel Holes free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Circle Sort or Pixel Holes?

Pixel Holes is rated higher. Circle Sort averages 3.9 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Pixel Holes averages 4.9 from 472 ratings.

### Do Circle Sort or Pixel Holes have ads?

Both Circle Sort and Pixel Holes show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Circle Sort or Pixel Holes?

Circle Sort ships an update monthly, and Pixel Holes every 5 days. Most recently, Circle Sort was updated on October 11, 2026 and Pixel Holes on October 14, 2026.

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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.*
