Comparison

Swipe vs MazeTracer

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

Head to head
About

Swipe

Connect color lines in a minimalist puzzle game designed for relaxation and focus. Enjoy over 300 levels with soothing sounds and haptics for an ASMR-inspired experience. Unlock new challenges and customize your gameplay.

Highlights
  • Connect color lines
  • 300+ addictive levels
  • Unlock additional challenges
  • Soothing sound effects
  • Customizable backgrounds
  • ASMR-inspired experience
Features
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Swipe your way into a world of calm, color, and satisfying puzzle-solving—all wrapped in a clean, minimalist design. Your goal is to connect color lines without any breaks while earning stars to unlock additional challenges. With over 300 easy-to-learn and addictive levels, every move offers simplicity and relaxation. Soft sound effects, gentle haptics, and smooth animations come together to create an ASMR-inspired sensation that feels both immersive and rewarding. For the full effect, put on your headphones and let every swipe, sound, and subtle vibration pull you deeper into the flow. Whether you're unwinding after a long day or zoning into a moment of mindful focus, this is your space to slow down, clear your head, and light up the board. FEATURES: - Connect color lines to complete minimalist puzzles. - Swipe through 300+ addictive levels. - Collect stars to unlock additional challenges. - Use handy hints in times of need. - Customize your experience with different backgrounds. - Enjoy soothing sounds for an immersive, stress-free experience. NEW! Find your perfect way to play with the gamehouse+ app! Enjoy 100+ games for free with ads as a GH+ Free member or upgrade to GH+ VIP for ad-free play, offline access, exclusive in-game perks, and more. gamehouse+ isn't just another gaming app—it's your playtime destination for every mood and every 'me-time' moment. Subscribe today! More about GH+ Free Subscriptions: - Subscribe to play this game and other games for free with ads - Enjoy no in-app purchases in tons of games - Play select Instant Play Games directly in the app - No subscription payment required—just sign up and start playing! More about GH+ VIP Subscriptions: - Subscribe to unlock ad-free access to this and all other gamehouse+ games - gamehouse+ offers a choice of two subscriptions: monthly and yearly - Monthly subscriptions will be charged at $9.99/month* - Yearly subscriptions will be charged at $89.99/year* - You will be able to access all gamehouse+ games and GH+ VIP perks for the duration of your subscription - Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at purchase confirmation - Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period - Account will be charged for renewal up to 24 hours prior to the end of the current period - Subscriptions may be managed by the user, and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable * Prices are equal to the value that 'Apple's App Store Matrix' determines is the equivalent subscription price in $USD By using gamehouse+, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Terms of Service: https://www.gamehouseoriginalstories.com/static/terms-of-service.html Privacy Policy: https://www.gamehouseoriginalstories.com/static/privacy-policy.html

About

MazeTracer

Race against the clock in a neon-styled maze runner. Use power-ups to phase through walls and dodge hazards. Unlock customizations and enjoy short, intense gameplay sessions perfect for quick breaks.

Highlights
  • Fast, tactile movement
  • TRACER Power-Up to phase through walls
  • Dodge laser lanes and mines
  • Race against a ticking timer
  • Unlock glow trail themes and player colors
  • Satisfying haptic feedback
Features
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Get ready to trace your way out! MazeTracer Escape is a fast-paced, neon-styled maze runner where every second counts. Glide across the grid, dodge shifting laser lanes, and use your TRACER power-up to phase through walls at just the right moment. Each level ramps up the challenge with new hazards, tighter time limits, and tactical decisions. Features: • Fast, tactile movement: Tap your way through tight corridors with responsive controls. • TRACER Power-Up: Phase through walls for a limited time to find bold shortcuts. • Laser Lanes: Watch the grid — pulsing horizontal and vertical lasers force you to rethink your route. • Mines & Fuses: Triggered proximity mines add tension and timing. • Beat the Clock: Race against a ticking timer with a satisfying countdown finish. • Earn & Spend Stars: Unlock glow trail themes, player colors, and upgrades. • Glow Trail Pack: Elevate your style with animated neon trails. • Optional Remove Ads: Keep the action clean and focused. • Satisfying Feedback: Haptics, effects, and subtle animations make every move feel great. Why you’ll love it: • Short, intense runs that are perfect for quick sessions. • Clean visuals with a glowing, high-contrast look that’s easy to read and fun to watch. • Smart difficulty ramp with new twists as you climb levels. • Optional customization to make the game feel uniquely yours. Play your path. Find the fastest route. Beat the clock. Escape the maze!

Screenshots

Swipe4 screens
MazeTracer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: MazeTracer at none against Swipe's shown. MazeTracer also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 4 months). Swipe's advantage is ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Swipe sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and MazeTracer sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Swipe against 5.0 for MazeTracer. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Swipe ships an update every 4 months, MazeTracer daily. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Swipe versus MazeTracer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSwipeMazeTracer
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings3 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size174 MB16 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperGamehouse LLCOne Life Studios LLC

Customer experience

Swipe

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

MazeTracer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Swipe

Subscriptions4
  • GameHouse Subscription Monthly$9.991 Month
  • GameHouse Subscription Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • GameHouse Subscription Yearly$89.991 Year
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  • GameHouse Subscription Yearly7 Days trial$89.991 Year
3 purchases

MazeTracer

One-time3
  • Stars Pack(100)$0.99
  • Glow Trail Pack$0.99
  • Remove Ads Lifetime$4.99

Questions

Is Swipe free?
Swipe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MazeTracer free?
MazeTracer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Swipe or MazeTracer?
Swipe and MazeTracer are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Swipe or MazeTracer have ads?
Swipe shows ads; MazeTracer does not.
Which is updated more often, Swipe or MazeTracer?
Swipe ships an update every 4 months, and MazeTracer daily. Most recently, Swipe was updated on September 17, 2026 and MazeTracer on September 7, 2026.

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