Head Tiler vs MindGrid
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Head Tiler
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Play offline. No Wi-Fi. 500+ puzzles: sort colors, shapes, and numbers. Tap. Match. Clear. HOW TO PLAY • Tap a tile and match it to the target • Sort by color, shape, or number • Clear the board at your pace — or race the clock WHY DOWNLOAD • 500+ handcrafted puzzles • Easy first levels, real challenge later • Endless and timed modes • Works offline — plane, train, or no signal • Quick rounds or long sessions Free to play. Optional in-app purchases and ads. Privacy Policy: https://headtiler.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://headtiler.com/terms-of-service/
MindGrid
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In a world where we rely on smartphones for basic math, MindGrid brings your mental calculation skills back to life. Whether you are an adult looking to keep your mind sharp or a student mastering arithmetic, MindGrid turns math into an addictive, rewarding daily habit. No math degree required—just pure logic, strategy, and fun! HOW TO PLAY It sounds simple, but it gets tricky fast: 1. Look at the target number at the end of the row. 2. Fill the empty grid cells with numbers and operators (+, −, ×, ÷). 3. Make the row calculate exactly to the target number to clear it! WHY YOU’LL LOVE MINDGRID: • 1,500 Handcrafted Levels: Progress through 10 difficulty tiers—from Beginner grids with simple addition to Legendary tiers featuring massive grids and all four operators. • 100% Privacy Focused: No tracking, no data collection, and no hidden sign-ups. Your progress stays safely on your device. • Daily Challenges: A fresh puzzle every single day tailored to your skill level. Complete it to earn 2× coin rewards! • Combos & Achievements: Place correct answers back-to-back to build up to 10× combos. Unlock 20 unique milestones on your journey to becoming a Math Legend. • Make It Yours: Earn coins just by playing to unlock 5 beautiful color themes (like Dreamy Lavender and Golden Sunset) and 5 stunning backgrounds (including Galaxy and Nature). THE PERFECT BRAIN WORKOUT FOR: • Adults & Casual Puzzlers: If you love Sudoku, Wardle, or crosswords, MindGrid is your next daily obsession. Keep your cognitive functions sharp, improve your focus, and de-stress after a long day. • Students & Educators: A perfect, ad-free classroom tool. Perfect for kids learning arithmetic, students sharpening their speed, or parents looking for productive screen time. Download MindGrid today and start your daily puzzle adventure!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MindGrid at none against Head Tiler's 4. MindGrid also leads on ads (none vs shown). Head Tiler's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). 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
Both are free to download. Head Tiler sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. MindGrid asks for nothing beyond the download.
Head Tiler ships an update weekly, MindGrid every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Head Tiler | MindGrid |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 103 MB | 47 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | GISTA MERCADINHO, LDA | Mohan Reddy |
In-app purchases
Head Tiler
- Pack of 650 In-Game Coins$0.99
- Remove Ads$1.99
- Pack of 1650 In-Game Coins$1.99
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- Pack of 3500 In-Game Coins$2.99
MindGrid
No in-app purchases









