Comparison

Hole Pool vs Elevator Drop!

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

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About

Hole Pool

Guide colorful stickman swimmers through a pool by matching their colors and dropping them into the correct holes to reach the ocean. Avoid mistakes to prevent them from being stranded on the shore in this relaxing, logic-based puzzle adventure.

Highlights
  • Swimming-themed puzzle design
  • Engaging color-matching mechanics
  • Thoughtful, non-repetitive levels
  • Soothing visuals and sound
  • Stress-free gameplay
  • Offline friendly
Features
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Relax your mind and dive into the peaceful challenge of Hole Pool, the ultimate swimming-themed color-matching puzzle adventure! Welcome to a vibrant world where logic meets leisure, and stickman swimmers race to reach the open sea. In Hole Pool, you're not just solving puzzles, you're guiding playful swimmers across a lively pool, helping them find the correct paths to freedom. Your goal? Group each swimmer by color and drop them into the matching hole so they can finally reach the ocean. But be careful, if they enter the wrong hole, they'll be stranded on the shore, left behind while others make the splash! A Puzzle Game That Feels Like a Day at the Beach Each level in Hole Pool is like organizing a mini swim meet, except with strategy, color logic, and plenty of poolside charm. With every move, you'll guide adorable stickman swimmers through dynamic layouts, avoiding mistakes that might leave them waiting helplessly on the beach. It's lighthearted, yet deeply satisfying to master. As the water sparkles and swimmers dive, you’ll feel the calming rhythm of the gameplay, just like floating peacefully in a sunlit pool. How It Works: Swim, Sort, Splash! Swimmers in the Pool Colorful stickman characters begin in a bustling pool, waiting to be sorted. Match by Color Group them with others of the same color: blue with blue, red with red, and so on. Drop into the Right Hole Send each group into the matching hole that leads straight to the ocean. Reach the Sea or Stay Ashore If your logic is sound, your swimmers will escape to the sea. But a single wrong drop, and they’ll be stuck on the shore. What Makes Hole Pool Special Swimming-Themed Puzzle Design Every element is infused with aquatic fun, from the stickmen to the final splash into the ocean. Engaging Color-Matching Mechanics Sharpen your thinking with puzzles that require strategic grouping and sequencing. Thoughtful, Non-Repetitive Levels Each stage introduces a new twist or challenge to keep you on your toes. Soothing Visuals and Sound Soft waves, clean visuals, and relaxing sounds combine for a meditative experience. Stress-Free Gameplay No countdowns, no scoreboards, just logic, water, and flow. Offline Friendly Play anytime, anywhere, even when you're far from the beach. A Unique Experience for Every Type of Player Whether you're a casual gamer who enjoys sorting puzzles or a logic master looking for a new twist, Hole Pool brings something new to the table. It is a relaxing yet mentally stimulating game with a playful twist on swimming and color theory. Perfect for fans of: Brain teasers and spatial puzzles Sorting games like Color Sort or Water Sort Minimalist games with calm vibes Beach-themed and relaxing casual games Offline gaming on the go More Than Just a Puzzle, It Is a Poolside Story In Hole Pool, every level tells a simple story of escape. Little swimmers wait in the pool, eager to reach the vast ocean beyond. Only you can guide them there. Plan their route, organize their journey, and watch them dive into the sea with joy. But beware, missteps will leave them waiting sadly on the sandy shore. It is puzzle-solving with purpose. Every drop counts. So, are you ready to make waves? Download Hole Pool now and guide your swimmers to their seaside escape, one splash at a time!" Privacy Policy and Terms of Use Privacy Policy: https://unicostudio.co/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://unicostudio.co/terms.html

About

Elevator Drop!

Tap and match stickmen to their correct elevators in this colorful puzzle game. Guide them down to clear the level with simple, strategic one-tap gameplay. Enjoy satisfying visuals and clever challenges anytime, anywhere.

Highlights
  • One-tap gameplay
  • Color-matching puzzles
  • Strategic level clearing
  • Playable offline
  • Satisfying visuals and animations
  • Quick sessions or long play
Features
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Tap, send, and drop stickmen into their matching elevators! Watch as the right colors hop inside and ride down—clear them all to beat the level. Simple, snappy, and endlessly fun. Whether you’ve got a minute or an hour, Elevator Drop is easy to pick up but full of clever challenges that keep you coming back for more. Why you’ll love Elevator Drop: • One-tap gameplay: Just tap to send groups of stickmen into elevators. • Color-matching fun: Only the right colors can enter the right elevator! • Smart puzzles: Think ahead—every move matters. • Quick bursts or long sessions: Perfect for playing anytime, anywhere. • Satisfying visuals: Vibrant stickmen, smooth animations, and playful chaos. How to play – Drop like a pro! • Spot the colors—know which stickmen go where. • Tap to send them into the matching elevator. • Watch them ride down as you clear the floor. • Beat the level by guiding all stickmen to their place. • Plan your taps carefully—strategy wins the day! No Wi-Fi? No problem! Play Elevator Drop wherever you are and turn every spare moment into puzzle fun. Ready to send stickmen on the ride of their lives? Download Elevator Drop today!

Screenshots

Hole Pool4 screens
Elevator Drop!4 screens

Verdict

The call

Hole Pool and Elevator Drop! both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Elevator Drop!'s written reviews are positive against 45% of Hole Pool's. Hole Pool's advantage is ratings volume (1.8K vs 43). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. Hole Pool sells 18 one-off in-app purchases and Elevator Drop! sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Hole Pool against 4.9 for Elevator Drop!. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hole Pool has 1.8K ratings behind it against 43, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 45% of Hole Pool's written reviews are positive against 100% of Elevator Drop!'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hole Pool ships an update every 2 weeks, Elevator Drop! fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Hole Pool versus Elevator Drop!: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHole PoolElevator Drop!
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.8K ratings)4.9 (43 ratings) — better
Positive reviews45.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.8K — better43
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterFortnightly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size267 MB196 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUNICO STUDIOMIGMIG DIJITAL PLATFORM ANONIM SIRKETI

Customer experience

Hole Pool

All ratings1,813 ratings
Positive96.1%
Neutral2.0%
Negative1.9%
Written reviews44 reviews
Positive45.5%
Neutral6.8%
Negative47.7%

Elevator Drop!

All ratings43 ratings
Positive95.3%
Neutral4.7%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

18 purchases

Hole Pool

One-time18
  • Starter Pack$0.99
  • First Purchase Offer$1.99
  • 1000 Coin$1.99
Show 15 more
  • Coin Offer$2.49
  • Piggy Bank$2.99
  • Not Enough Life$3.99
  • 5000 Coin$4.49
  • Endless Sale$4.99
  • Fail Offer$4.99
  • Infinite Life Pack 1$5.99
  • 1Plus2$6.49
  • No ADs$9.99
  • Season Pass$9.99
  • Season Pass Fail Offer$10.99
  • No ADs Pack$12.99
  • TripleAll$12.99
  • Infinite Life Pack 2$14.99
  • Infinite Life Pack 3$23.99
10 purchases

Elevator Drop!

One-time10
  • Remove Ads$5.99
  • GetSpace$5.99
  • 5000 Gold$7.99
Show 7 more
  • Elevator Beginner Pack$9.99
  • No Ads Pack$11.99
  • 10000 Gold$14.99
  • 25000 Gold$29.99
  • 50000 Gold$54.99
  • Elevator Champion Pack$99.99
  • 100000 Gold$99.99

Questions

Is Hole Pool free?
Hole Pool is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Elevator Drop! free?
Elevator Drop! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Hole Pool or Elevator Drop!?
Elevator Drop! is rated higher. Hole Pool averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.8K ratings, while Elevator Drop! averages 4.9 from 43 ratings.
Do Hole Pool or Elevator Drop! have ads?
Both Hole Pool and Elevator Drop! show ads.
Which is updated more often, Hole Pool or Elevator Drop!?
Hole Pool ships an update every 2 weeks, and Elevator Drop! fortnightly. Most recently, Hole Pool was updated on September 24, 2026 and Elevator Drop! on September 9, 2026.

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