# Loop Stack vs Sand Away 3D

The clearest difference is rating: Sand Away 3D at 5.0 against Loop Stack's 4.6. Loop Stack's advantage is ratings volume (15 vs 1) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Loop Stack sells 14 one-off in-app purchases and Sand Away 3D sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Sand Away 3D holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Loop Stack has 15 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Loop Stack ships an update every 9 days, Sand Away 3D every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 17, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Loop Stack | Sand Away 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loop-stack/id6743708033/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sand-away-3d/id6754680538/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **15** | 1 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 260 MB | 408 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [UNICO STUDIO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1467451326) | [Can Tekin Kuruuzum](https://appshunter.io/developer/1854107069) |

## What reviewers say

### Loop Stack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loop-stack/id6743708033)

A visually engaging puzzle game where players strategically stack and match colored threads. The objective is to complete stacks by connecting matching colors, offering a relaxing yet mentally stimulating experience as puzzles increase in difficulty.

**Highlights:** Drag and drop spools, Connect matching thread colors, Complete stacks to clear, Challenging puzzles, Relaxing gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Thanksgiving Treat | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Fail-Proof Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $6.99 | one-time |
| Essential Bundle 2 | $6.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Coins | $7.99 | one-time |
| No-Ads Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| 10000 Coins | $14.99 | one-time |
| Deluxe Bundle 2 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Premium Bundle 2 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 25000 Coins | $29.99 | one-time |
| 50000 Coins | $54.99 | one-time |
| 100000 Coins | $99.99 | one-time |


### Sand Away 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sand-away-3d/id6754680538)

Tap cubes in the correct sequence to launch rockets. This game offers numerous challenging levels designed for puzzle enthusiasts.

**Highlights:** Cube tapping puzzles, Rocket launching mechanics, Mind-blowing levels, Puzzle-focused gameplay, Order-based challenges

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coin 5000 | $7.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $7.99 | one-time |
| Beginner Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $11.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Bundle | $11.99 | one-time |
| Master Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Coin 25000 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| Coin 50000 | $54.99 | one-time |
| Coin 100000 | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Loop Stack free?

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

### Is Sand Away 3D free?

Sand Away 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Loop Stack or Sand Away 3D?

Sand Away 3D is rated higher. Loop Stack averages 4.6 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Sand Away 3D averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Loop Stack or Sand Away 3D have ads?

Both Loop Stack and Sand Away 3D show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Loop Stack or Sand Away 3D?

Loop Stack ships an update every 9 days, and Sand Away 3D every 3 weeks. Most recently, Loop Stack was updated on September 17, 2026 and Sand Away 3D on September 17, 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.*