Comparison

Marupeke vs Equalize

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

Head to head
About

Marupeke

Features
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Marupeke is a pure logic and brain-training puzzle that challenges your ability to think ahead, spot patterns, and make strategic choices. The goal is simple to learn but endlessly intriguing: fill a grid with X, O, and blank spaces - but never allow three of the same symbol to appear in a row, whether that row is horizontal, vertical, or diagonal. Key Features • Pure Logic Gameplay - No guessing, no luck, just clear and fair puzzles. • Brain-Boosting Fun - Improve pattern recognition, logical deduction, and problem-solving. • Simple Rules, Deep Challenge - Easy to learn, endlessly challenging to master. • Multiple Grid Sizes - From quick 6×6 boards to epic 12×12 brain workouts. • Infinite Replay Value - Every puzzle is unique, ensuring fresh challenges each time. Why You’ll Love Marupeke Marupeke combines the simplicity of classic pen-and-paper puzzles with the depth of abstract strategy games. There’s no random chance and no hidden information — every puzzle can be solved using pure logic. The satisfaction of completing a board is 100% earned. Whether you want a relaxing mental workout or a daily brain challenge, Marupeke delivers. It’s perfect for fans of Sudoku, Nonograms, Trios, Symbic, Mahjong, and other logic-based puzzles — yet offers its own distinct rules and patterns to explore. Sharpen your mind, master the grid, and see how long you can keep those Xs and Os in perfect harmony.

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Equalize

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Every tile on the board holds a number. A single target appears at the top. Your goal is simple: make every tile match it. Use operation cards such as +1, −2, ×2, and ÷3. Each card affects an entire row or column—never just one tile. Swipe a card across the board and every number in that line changes at once. That simple rule creates the challenge. Fix one tile and you may throw another off. The order of your moves determines whether the board falls into place—or falls apart. SOLVED, NOT SHUFFLED Every board is verified by an exact solver before release. The move count shown is not an estimate; it is the true shortest solution. No impossible levels. No filler. EVERY MOVE MATTERS You receive exactly the operation cards required by the shortest solution, with no extras. Waste a move and the game tells you immediately. Undo is free and unlimited. Stars reflect mistakes made while solving. Using hints does not reduce your stars. A REAL DIFFICULTY CURVE Take on 486 levels across five chapters, from Basics to Master. Boards expand up to 6×6. Later, ×3 and ÷3 introduce competing divisibility rules, while locked tiles add another layer of strategy. The final chapter is called Master for a reason. A NEW PUZZLE EVERY DAY Play one new daily board—the same puzzle for every player, available even when you are offline. DESIGNED TO RESPECT YOUR TIME • No account or sign-up • Full offline play • No timers, lives, or energy bars • Available in six languages • Optional hints that are never required to finish a level An optional one-time EQUALIZE PRO upgrade removes automatic ads and grants 60 bonus hints. Optional rewarded ads remain available. Additional hint packs are sold separately. Everything else is complete and playable without spending anything.

Screenshots

Marupeke4 screens
Equalize4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Marupeke at every 3 days against Equalize's weekly. 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. Marupeke sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Equalize sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Marupeke ships an update every 3 days, Equalize weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Marupeke versus Equalize: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMarupekeEqualize
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterWeekly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size139 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDave ShworanMUSTAFA NURI PEKDEMIR

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Marupeke

One-time2
  • Remove Ads$2.99
  • Unlimited Hints$2.99
4 purchases

Equalize

One-time4
  • 10 Hints$0.99
  • 50 Hints$2.99
  • Equalize Pro$3.99
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  • 200 Hints$7.99

Questions

Is Marupeke free?
Marupeke is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Equalize free?
Equalize is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Marupeke or Equalize have ads?
Both Marupeke and Equalize show ads.
Which is updated more often, Marupeke or Equalize?
Marupeke ships an update every 3 days, and Equalize weekly. Most recently, Marupeke was updated on October 11, 2026 and Equalize on October 16, 2026.

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