# Differences vs MazeMage

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Differences at none against MazeMage's 10. Differences also leads on ratings volume (22K vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MazeMage sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Differences asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Differences against 5.0 for MazeMage. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Differences has 22K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Differences ships an update fortnightly, MazeMage every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Differences | MazeMage |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (22K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/differences-find-differences/id6747417112/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mazemage-labyrinth-puzzle/id6814596604/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **22K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 92.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 177 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Doodle Mobile Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1139648773) | [Jared Smythe](https://appshunter.io/developer/1821778763) |

## What reviewers say

### Differences

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/differences-find-differences/id6747417112)

Engage in a classic puzzle experience by comparing two images to find subtle distinctions. This game sharpens observation skills and offers thousands of levels with no time limits. Enjoy a relaxing yet challenging way to improve focus and attention to detail.

**Highlights:** Thousands of levels, Beautifully designed pictures, No time limits, Zoom functionality, Hint system, Enhances observation skills

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Challenging fun
- 👍 Keeps you alert
- 👍 Helps with concentration
- 👍 Great for keeping sharp
- 👍 Enjoyable experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or issues

**Reported bugs**

- Voiding games unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option


### MazeMage

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mazemage-labyrinth-puzzle/id6814596604)

Guide a mage through fantasy mazes, collecting gold and reaching the portal before time runs out. Draw your path, dash, and overcome hazards like spiders and orcs. Spend collected coins on permanent upgrades or one-use tricks.

**Highlights:** Draw path to guide mage, Collect gold and treasure, Dash and upgrade abilities, Navigate hazards and keys, Multiple maze types, Weekly challenges with leaderboards

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ad-Free Week | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Ad-Free Month | $2.99 | per month |
| Ad-Free Year | $14.99 | per year |
| Sorceress Skin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Witch Skin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Knight Skin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Barbarian Skin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Sack of Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Chest of Coins | $5.99 | one-time |
| Dragon's Hoard | $12.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Differences free?

Differences is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is MazeMage free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Differences or MazeMage?

MazeMage is rated higher. Differences averages 4.9 out of 5 from 22K ratings, while MazeMage averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Differences or MazeMage have ads?

Both Differences and MazeMage show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Differences or MazeMage?

Differences ships an update fortnightly, and MazeMage every 10 days. Most recently, Differences was updated on October 30, 2026 and MazeMage on October 26, 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.*