# Circle Sort vs Sand Drop

The clearest difference is rating: Sand Drop at 4.8 against Circle Sort's 4.0. Sand Drop also leads on ratings volume (514 vs 10) and update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly). Circle Sort's advantage is review sentiment (60% vs 45%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Circle Sort sells 12 one-off in-app purchases and Sand Drop sells 15 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Sand Drop holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sand Drop has 514 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 60% of Circle Sort's written reviews are positive against 45% of Sand Drop's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Circle Sort ships an update monthly, Sand Drop every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Circle Sort | Sand Drop |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/circle-sort-ring-puzzle/id6743114220/reviews) | **[4.8 (514 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sand-drop-color-sort-puzzle/id6786642612/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 10 | **514** |
| Positive reviews | **60.0% of reviews** | 45.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#108** |
| Size | 268 MB | 462 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Game5mobile](https://appshunter.io/developer/1281867139) | [Lion Studios Plus](https://appshunter.io/developer/1610194568) |

## 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 (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Revive Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| 500 Coins | $6.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Coins | $14.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Coins | $24.99 | one-time |
| Circle Plus | $39.99 | one-time |
| 10000 Coins | $49.99 | one-time |
| Circle Deluxe | $79.99 | one-time |
| Circle Master | $99.99 | one-time |
| 15000 Coins | $99.99 | one-time |


### Sand Drop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sand-drop-color-sort-puzzle/id6786642612)

**Currently charting:** #108 Top Free · Casual, #113 Top Free · Puzzle (US App Store)

Engage in a relaxing puzzle experience by swiping colorful sand to complete tasks. This game offers satisfying controls and bright visuals, with levels that gradually increase in challenge. It's perfect for quick, engaging play sessions.

**Highlights:** Swipe colorful sand, Complete puzzle tasks, Simple and relaxing gameplay, Bright, satisfying visuals, Challenging levels, Quick play sessions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Oasis Treat | $0.99 | one-time |
| Mirage Return | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Piggy bank | $2.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $7.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Coins | $7.99 | one-time |
| Battle Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| 10000 Coins | $14.99 | one-time |
| 25000 Coins | $29.99 | one-time |
| 50000 Coins | $54.99 | one-time |
| 100000 Coins | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Circle Sort free?

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

### Is Sand Drop free?

Sand Drop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Circle Sort or Sand Drop?

Sand Drop is rated higher. Circle Sort averages 4.0 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Sand Drop averages 4.8 from 514 ratings.

### Do Circle Sort or Sand Drop have ads?

Both Circle Sort and Sand Drop show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Circle Sort or Sand Drop?

Circle Sort ships an update monthly, and Sand Drop every 10 days. Most recently, Circle Sort was updated on October 30, 2026 and Sand Drop on October 29, 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.*