Comparison

Monster Lab vs Star Logic

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

Head to head
About

Monster Lab

Features
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Customiza o teu monstro em três partes, cabeça, tronco e pernas e resolve puzzles desafiantes que te vão puxar pela cabeça! Enfrenta 10 níveis de diferentes tipos de puzzle e tenta chegar ao fim, ao teu ritmo.

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Star Logic

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Star Logic: The Ultimate Universe of Pure Deduction Elevate your mental game with the most comprehensive logic puzzle experience on iOS. Star Logic combines the classic square-grid challenge with the sophisticated tri-axial "Hive" geometry, creating a playground for fans of Sudoku, Suguru, and Futoshiki who are ready to ditch the numbers for pure spatial reasoning. If you’re looking for a cleaner, sleeker, and more satisfying brain teaser, you’ve just found your new obsession. Two Worlds, One Logic Choose your challenge or master them both: -The Classic Square: Perfect for fans of "Star Battle." Navigate rows, columns, and bolded regions. -The Hexagonal Hive: A sophisticated twist where you must master three axes instead of two. In the Hive, logic flows in three directions, demanding deeper spatial focus. The Rules: Simple, Elegant, Devious Whether in the square or the hive, the goal is pure: -Unique Placement: Place exactly one Star (or Bee) in every row, column/axis, and bolded region. -The Social Distancing Rule: Stars can never touch each other—not even diagonally. -Zero Luck: No guessing required. Every puzzle has one unique, logically provable solution. Game-Changing Feature: Simulation Mode -Stuck on a massive, complex grid? Our Simulation Mode (Blueprint) allows you to: -Test Your Theories: Map out potential moves without committing to them. -Validate Logic: Advance your game by verifying complex chains before making your final move. Master the "Unsolvable": Perfect for those "How is this possible?!" moments. Massive Content & Global Reach -18,000+ Unique Puzzles: From 5x5 starters to massive Grandmaster honeycomb grids. -Always Fresh: Every grid is unique and hand-checked. New puzzles are added regularly. -Go Global: Fully localized in 28 languages, making it the most accessible logic game on the planet. Why Players Choose Star Logic -Minimalist Aesthetics: A sleek interface where haptic satisfaction meets mental flow. -Inclusive Design: Featuring the Okato–Ibe color system, ensuring a beautiful experience for all players, including those with color-blindness. -Premium Experience: No math, no fluff, no "number pad" clutter. Just you and the geometry of the grid. From "easy wins" to mind-bending expert marathons, Star Logic is the definitive logic challenge of 2026. Download now, find your first star, and outsmart the hive!

Screenshots

Monster Lab4 screens
Star Logic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Monster Lab at none against Star Logic's 2. Monster Lab also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). Star Logic's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 4 months). On price 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. Star Logic sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Monster Lab asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Monster Lab ships an update every 4 months, Star Logic weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 2 level
Monster Lab versus Star Logic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMonster LabStar Logic
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size233 MB44 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperCOFACTomas Cimprich

In-app purchases

None

Monster Lab

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Star Logic

One-time2
  • 4800 additional puzzles with ads$7.99
  • Premium Unlock 18'000+ grids$12.99

Questions

Is Monster Lab free?
Monster Lab is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Star Logic free?
Star Logic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Monster Lab or Star Logic have ads?
Star Logic shows ads; Monster Lab does not.
Which is updated more often, Monster Lab or Star Logic?
Monster Lab ships an update every 4 months, and Star Logic weekly. Most recently, Monster Lab was updated on October 14, 2026 and Star Logic on October 18, 2026.

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