# Coffee Run Puzzle vs Sand Loop

The clearest difference is chart position: Sand Loop at #96 against Coffee Run Puzzle's unranked. Sand Loop also leads on ratings volume (22K vs 3.4K). Coffee Run Puzzle's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Coffee Run Puzzle sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Sand Loop sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Coffee Run Puzzle holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sand Loop has 22K ratings behind it against 3.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 18% and 17% positive.

Coffee Run Puzzle ships an update every 10 days, Sand Loop fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Coffee Run Puzzle | Sand Loop |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (3.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coffee-run-puzzle/id6743677319/reviews)** | [4.5 (22K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sand-loop-color-sort-puzzle/id6754363534/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3.4K | **22K** |
| Positive reviews | **17.7% of reviews** | 17.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#96** |
| Size | 325 MB | 393 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | +4 |
| Developer | [IEC Holding L.L.C-FZ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1763596914) | [Voodoo](https://appshunter.io/developer/714804730) |

## What reviewers say

### Coffee Run Puzzle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coffee-run-puzzle/id6743677319)

A relaxing block puzzle game where you slide colorful blocks to match colors and open doors, collecting virtual coffee. It combines logic, strategy, and a cozy coffee theme for a brain-teasing experience.

**Highlights:** Block sliding and color matching mechanics, Collect virtual coffee by completing levels, Sharpen thinking with satisfying puzzles, Relaxing animations and colorful moments, Unlock new challenges, Brain-teasing block jam 3D style

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gold 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Gold 2 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Small Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Emergency Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| Gold 3 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Medium Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| Gold 4 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Large Bundle | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Relaxing and refreshing gameplay
- 🧠 Challenging brain-teasing puzzles

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Progression blocked without purchasing coins
- ⏱️ Levels become too difficult with strict time limits
- 🐛 Potential malware/virus issues
- 🔇 Lack of sound/audio features

**Reported bugs**

- Unwinnable positions in certain levels
- Popup ads/malware during gameplay

**Requested features**

- Daily challenges or rewards to aid progression
- Hint system or ability to continue without completing level
- Removal of strict time limits


### Sand Loop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sand-loop-color-sort-puzzle/id6754363534)

**Currently charting:** #96 Top Grossing · Puzzle, #104 Top Grossing · Casual (US App Store)

Engage in a relaxing puzzle game where you guide buckets to collect colored sand. Watch as the sand flows with realistic physics to reveal beautiful artwork. Enjoy a calming escape with intuitive controls and hundreds of handcrafted levels.

**Highlights:** Sand collection puzzle gameplay, Realistic sand physics, Hundreds of handcrafted levels, Intuitive tap controls, Visually satisfying sand flow, Hidden artwork reveals

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coin Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Happy Hour | $3.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Sand Loop Offer | $5.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 2 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Sand Loop Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| Sandy Essentials | $9.99 | one-time |
| Sandy Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 3 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Sandy Gift | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Coffee Run Puzzle free?

Coffee Run Puzzle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Sand Loop free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Coffee Run Puzzle or Sand Loop?

Coffee Run Puzzle is rated higher. Coffee Run Puzzle averages 4.6 out of 5 from 3.4K ratings, while Sand Loop averages 4.5 from 22K ratings.

### Do Coffee Run Puzzle or Sand Loop have ads?

Both Coffee Run Puzzle and Sand Loop show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Coffee Run Puzzle or Sand Loop?

Coffee Run Puzzle ships an update every 10 days, and Sand Loop fortnightly. Most recently, Coffee Run Puzzle was updated on October 30, 2026 and Sand Loop on November 4, 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.*