Comparison

Hexa Shift vs Line Shift Puzzle

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

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About

Hexa Shift

Engage in a relaxing yet challenging logic puzzle game where you slide colorful hexagonal tiles. Improve your sorting and strategic thinking skills as you progress through increasingly difficult levels. Enjoy bright graphics and straightforward gameplay suitable for all ages.

Highlights
  • Hexagonal tile sliding
  • Logic and sorting challenges
  • Progressive difficulty levels
  • Brain training gameplay
  • Relaxing experience
  • Bright and simple graphics
Features
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► HEXA-MAZING FUN If you love fun and relaxing puzzle games, Hexa Shift is sure to become your favorite! The rules may be simple but as you progress through the levels, you’ll soon find your logic and sorting skills improving as you work out which pieces to move in which order. Gamers of all ages and abilities will love the simple graphics, bright colors, and easy to understand rules, so get to puzzling with this hexa-tional game! ► THE MOST RELAXING LOGIC GAME Each level consists of a playing field that has colorful hexagonal tiles that have small arrows on them. To clear the field, you’ll need to flip the hexagons off, but only after you’ve cleared any that are in the way! Progress through levels and watch the difficulty grow, but also make the most of fun boosters and new features to keep things exciting. Before you know it you’ll be sorting pieces like a pro – not only that, but you might start to see real world applications for you new-found sorting skills. ► Look forward to: ◾Relaxing play: While you’ll need to keep your brain on for this puzzle game, thanks to the simple design and straightforward play, each level will leave you more relaxed than before. As you sort through the pieces and remove them one by one, you’ll be able to truly enjoy the moment. ◾Brain teaser fun: As relaxing as it is to play, don’t let your brain totally turn off! This is a logic puzzle after all, so get ready to analyze the playing field and find the most efficient way of flipping the hexagons off. ◾Great graphics: The only way you’ll be able to achieve both zen-like peace and brain training at the same time is if the game graphics are on point – and ours are. Simple yet bright colors and shapes make it easy to focus on the game, and mean that even young gamers can pick out which hexagons need to move where and sort them with ease. ◾Inclusive gaming: While the levels do become more difficult and challenging, this game is also good fun for beginner gamers of all ages. Everyone can have fun figuring out which piece to remove in which order, and if you don’t pass a level at first, you can just keep trying until you crack the code. Hexational! ► PUT A HEX-AGON ON BOREDOM Life’s too short to be bored – download Hexa Shift today to fight back! A fun sorting puzzle game that is easy in theory but will still get those cogs turning, you can sit back and enjoy the colorful hexagons, great UI, and so much more as you fly through levels on your way to relaxation. So what are you waiting for, try it today for the ultimate hexagon puzzle.

About

Line Shift Puzzle

Guide arrows off the screen by tapping them in the correct sequence. This minimalist logic puzzle game offers a calm yet engaging experience with progressively challenging stages and changing visual themes. It's perfect for quick play or focused thinking.

Highlights
  • Intuitive tap-based controls
  • Order-based puzzles
  • Stage-by-stage progression
  • Multiple color variations
  • Minimalist design
Features
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Line Shift Puzzle is a stage-based puzzle game where you guide every arrow off the screen by moving them in the correct order. The controls are simple—just tap. But one wrong move can stop your progress. How to Play - Tap an arrow to move it in the direction it points - Clear the stage by removing all arrows from the screen - Choosing which arrow to move first is the key to solving each puzzle Changing Colors in Every Stage - As you progress, each stage introduces a different atmosphere - Backgrounds and arrow colors change, adding visual variety while keeping the design clean and simple Features - Intuitive tap-based controls - Order-based puzzles that get more engaging the more you think - Stage-by-stage progression - Multiple color variations - A minimalist design with no unnecessary elements Enjoy a calm and satisfying puzzle experience—perfect for both quick play sessions and focused thinking.

Screenshots

Hexa Shift4 screens
Line Shift Puzzle4 screens

Verdict

The call

Hexa Shift and Line Shift Puzzle both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 80% of Line Shift Puzzle's written reviews are positive against 52% of Hexa Shift's. Line Shift Puzzle also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, ratings volume 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. Hexa Shift sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Line Shift Puzzle sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Line Shift Puzzle holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 24K and 12K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of Hexa Shift's written reviews are positive against 80% of Line Shift Puzzle's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hexa Shift ships an update every 3 weeks, Line Shift Puzzle every 10 days. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Hexa Shift versus Line Shift Puzzle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHexa ShiftLine Shift Puzzle
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (24K ratings)4.8 (12K ratings) — better
Positive reviews51.5% of reviews80.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings24K — better12K
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 10 days — better
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
Size367 MB259 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperSayGames LTDGOODROID,Inc.

Customer experience

Hexa Shift

All ratings23,609 ratings
Positive91.5%
Neutral5.7%
Negative2.8%
Written reviews229 reviews
Positive51.5%
Neutral14.4%
Negative34.1%

Line Shift Puzzle

All ratings11,045 ratings
Positive98.1%
Neutral1.3%
Negative0.6%
Written reviews143 reviews
Positive80.4%
Neutral4.2%
Negative15.4%

Bugs and requests

Hexa Shift

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Level 189 is impossible to clear without using coins or power-ups
  • Freezing and glitching issues at higher levels

Requested features

2 requests
  • Improved level design and difficulty progression
  • Bug fixes and stability improvements

Line Shift Puzzle

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Hexa Shift

One-time10
  • Coin Pack 1$0.99
  • Coin Pack 2$1.99
  • Helping Hand$1.99
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  • Starter Pack$1.99
  • Helping Hand$3.99
  • Coin Pack 3$3.99
  • Joy Bundle$4.99
  • Medium Bundle$5.99
  • No Ads$7.99
  • Coin Pack 6$14.99
1 purchases

Line Shift Puzzle

One-time1
  • No Ads$7.99

Questions

Is Hexa Shift free?
Hexa Shift is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Line Shift Puzzle free?
Line Shift Puzzle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Hexa Shift or Line Shift Puzzle?
Line Shift Puzzle is rated higher. Hexa Shift averages 4.6 out of 5 from 24K ratings, while Line Shift Puzzle averages 4.8 from 12K ratings.
Do Hexa Shift or Line Shift Puzzle have ads?
Both Hexa Shift and Line Shift Puzzle show ads.
Which is updated more often, Hexa Shift or Line Shift Puzzle?
Hexa Shift ships an update every 3 weeks, and Line Shift Puzzle every 10 days. Most recently, Hexa Shift was updated on November 4, 2026 and Line Shift Puzzle on November 4, 2026.

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