# GemCode vs next

The clearest difference is ads: GemCode at none against next's shown. GemCode also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported). next's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (6 vs 2). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

next holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 6 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | GemCode | next |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gemcode/id6743473321/reviews) | **[4.8 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/next-the-sequence-game/id6753976095/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **6** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 6 MB | 128 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Leonardo Ivan Quintero Vega](https://appshunter.io/developer/1698485068) | [Raul Davrishev](https://appshunter.io/developer/1731060019) |

## What reviewers say

### GemCode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gemcode/id6743473321)

Deduce a hidden sequence of colorful gems using logic and analysis of feedback. This game offers classic code-breaking gameplay with tools to refine your strategy and perfect your deductive reasoning skills.

**Highlights:** Deduce hidden color sequences, Analyze feedback on guesses, Classic code-breaking gameplay, Option for duplicate colors, Strategy refinement tools

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### next

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/next-the-sequence-game/id6753976095)

Engage your mind with unique logic and math puzzles. Discover hidden patterns and find the missing element in an ever-evolving challenge. This game offers a minimalist design and a relaxing soundscape to enhance your reasoning and observation skills.

**Highlights:** Unique sequences, Evolving difficulty, Minimalist design, Mathematical and logical puzzles, Adaptive progression, Relaxing soundscape, Multilingual support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GemCode free?

GemCode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is next free?

next is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, GemCode or next?

next is rated higher. GemCode averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while next averages 4.8 from 6 ratings.

### Do GemCode or next have ads?

next shows ads; GemCode does not.

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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.*