Comparison

MineSweeperFMX vs MineShift

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

Head to head
About

MineSweeperFMX

Features
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A classic logic game that tests your attentiveness and strategic thinking. Your goal is to open all the safe cells on the field without being blown up by mines!

About

MineShift

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Welcome to MineShift, the next evolution of the classic puzzle game. We’ve rebuilt the timeless mine-finding challenge from the ground up with a clean design, stunning themes, and powerful tools to help you sharpen your strategic thinking. How to Play: - Tap squares to reveal what’s underneath. - Numbers indicate how many mines are adjacent to that square. - Use flags to mark suspected mines and secure the board. - Clear all the safe squares to achieve victory! What Makes MineShift Unique: - Stunning Visual Themes: Ditch the grey and switch to a vibrant Neon grid or a deep Space challenge. Your game, your style. - Multiple Difficulty Levels: Perfect for beginners and seasoned experts with Easy, Medium, and Hard modes. - Play Anywhere with Dark Mode: Designed for comfortable gaming in any lighting condition. - Become a Pro: Our built-in tips teach you advanced patterns like chording and flagging, transforming you from a beginner to a master. - Track Your Victory: Detailed stats and a timer help you measure your progress and beat your personal bests. - Flawless Design: A clean, modern interface optimized for all screen sizes and orientations. Ready to challenge your mind in a whole new way? Download MineShift and experience the puzzle you love, completely reimagined. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

MineSweeperFMX4 screens
MineShift4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: MineSweeperFMX at every 3 months against MineShift's every 5 months. MineSweeperFMX also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MineSweeperFMX ships an update every 3 months, MineShift every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
MineSweeperFMX versus MineShift: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMineSweeperFMXMineShift
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperВиталий ЦветовUmay Eras

In-app purchases

None

MineSweeperFMX

No in-app purchases

None

MineShift

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MineSweeperFMX free?
MineSweeperFMX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MineShift free?
MineShift is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MineSweeperFMX or MineShift have ads?
Neither MineSweeperFMX nor MineShift shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MineSweeperFMX or MineShift?
MineSweeperFMX ships an update every 3 months, and MineShift every 5 months. Most recently, MineSweeperFMX was updated on October 4, 2026 and MineShift on September 27, 2026.

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