Comparison

Block Cycle vs Add 'Em

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

Head to head
About

Block Cycle

Features
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Block puzzles don’t need to be stressful to be deep. Block Cycle is a modern, low-pressure evolution of classic block-stacking gameplay — inspired by Tetris, but redesigned for players who prefer strategy, calm pacing, and meaningful decisions over speed and panic. There are no twitch timers forcing mistakes. No frantic inputs. Just clean design, smart mechanics, and space to think. What makes Block Cycle unique is its seasonal system. Each season gently reshapes how the game plays — introducing new mechanics, perks, and optional challenges that reward planning and experimentation without breaking the relaxing flow. Play a few moves. Explore a season. Come back when you’re ready. *** Why Block Cycle Feels Different *** • Strategic block placement over reflex-based speed • Calm, low-stress gameplay with no forced time pressure • Seasonal gameplay that introduces new mechanics and perks • Optional challenges that reward planning, not anxiety • Clean visuals designed to reduce cognitive fatigue • Easy to learn, deeply satisfying to master • Suitable for all ages ***Seasonal Play, Your Way*** Each season offers: • New functional twists on familiar mechanics • Unique perks that encourage different strategies • Fresh challenges that stay thoughtful, not overwhelming Engage as much — or as lightly — as you want. Block Cycle respects your pace. ***Play at Your Own Pace*** Block Cycle is free to play with optional ads and in-app purchases. Enjoy it casually, or dive deeper into seasonal strategies as the puzzles evolve. If you love classic block games but want a calmer, more intentional experience, Block Cycle is designed for you. Download now and enjoy block puzzles — without the stress.

About

Add 'Em

Features
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Add 'Em is a relaxing daily number puzzle that challenges your mind in just minutes a day. HOW TO PLAY Drag across adjacent hexagons to select groups that sum to the target number. Clear the entire board to win! Each puzzle has a unique solution waiting to be discovered. DAILY PUZZLES A fresh puzzle awaits you every day at midnight. Each day's puzzle is the same for everyone, so you can compare times and compete with friends. FEATURES - Daily Puzzles: A new brain teaser every day - Archive: Missed a day? Play any past puzzle from the archive - Streaks: Build your streak by playing every day - Challenge Friends: Share your time and challenge friends to beat it - Statistics: Track your progress, best times, and total puzzles solved - Achievements: Unlock achievements as you master the game - Hints: Stuck? Use hints to find your next move - No Ads: Enjoy a clean, distraction-free experience - No Internet Required: Play anywhere, anytime - Daily Reminders: Optional notifications to keep your streak alive PERFECT FOR - Quick brain breaks during your day - Fans of Wordle, Sudoku, and number puzzles - Anyone looking for a relaxing yet challenging game - Puzzle lovers who enjoy daily challenges Start your daily puzzle habit today!

Screenshots

Block Cycle4 screens
Add 'Em4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Add 'Em at none against Block Cycle's 7. Add 'Em also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Block Cycle sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Add 'Em asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Block Cycle versus Add 'Em: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlock CycleAdd 'Em
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size265 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCraig EislerSteven Zweier

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Block Cycle

One-time7
  • Pouch of Gems$1.99
  • Bag of Gems$7.99
  • Remove Ads$8.99
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  • Box of Gems$14.99
  • Crate of Gems$29.99
  • Warehouse of Gems$59.99
  • Mountain of Gems$99.99
None

Add 'Em

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Block Cycle free?
Block Cycle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Add 'Em free?
Add 'Em is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Block Cycle or Add 'Em have ads?
Block Cycle shows ads; Add 'Em does not.

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