Comparison

Gopher Clear vs Gridlocks

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

Head to head
About

Gopher Clear

Features
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Classic Whack-a-Mole, Evolved! It’s more than just tapping. Use your lightning-fast reflexes to strike those mischievous moles with precision and win big rewards! Chef's Slicing Soul, Perfectly Integrated! When food flies through the air, show off your skills! Slice them in half for satisfying combos and high scores—just be careful not to hit the bombs! Diverse Festival Maps, Never-ending Fun! Explore uniquely themed festival stages, from the mysterious jungles of "Nomo" to the "Winter" wonderlands. Each map holds exclusive surprises and challenges! Daily Random Missions, Infinite Challenges! Fresh missions await you every day! Complete them to earn "Dudu Coins" and keep your gaming journey exciting and motivated.

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Gridlocks

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Gridlock - The Ultimate Puzzle Game Transform numbers, master strategy, and unlock your puzzle-solving potential with Gridlock - the most addictive tile-based puzzle game that combines mathematical precision with strategic thinking. HOW TO PLAY: Slide tiles in four directions to merge matching numbers Create higher values by combining tiles strategically Reach your target number to complete each level Master special tiles: Anchors (stationary), Halve (÷2), Double (×2), and Reset (back to 2) KEY FEATURES: 5 Unique Stages with 22 challenging levels 4 Beautiful Themes: Default, Vertices, Celestial, and DNA Progressive Difficulty with increasing complexity Smart AI Simulation to learn optimal strategies Undo & Hint System with ad-based unlocks Cloud Sync across all your devices Game Center Integration for leaderboards and achievements Ad-Free Option for uninterrupted gameplay STRATEGIC DEPTH: Gridlock isn't just about matching numbers - it's about planning ahead, understanding tile interactions, and making calculated moves. Each level presents unique challenges that require different approaches, from simple number combinations to complex multi-step strategies involving special tiles. STUNNING VISUALS: Experience four distinct visual themes, each with carefully crafted tile designs and color schemes. From the clean Default theme to the cosmic Celestial theme and the scientific DNA theme, every visual style enhances your gaming experience. COMPETITIVE PLAY: Track your progress with detailed statistics, compete on Game Center leaderboards, and unlock achievements as you master each stage. Share your high scores and challenge friends to beat your best times. SEAMLESS EXPERIENCE: Your progress automatically syncs across all devices, so you can start on your iPhone and continue on your iPad. Never lose your progress, unlocked themes, or high scores. PERFECT FOR: Puzzle game enthusiasts Strategy game lovers Anyone who enjoys mathematical challenges Players who love progressive difficulty Fans of clean, modern game design LEARN & IMPROVE: Use the built-in simulation feature to watch the AI play and learn optimal strategies. The hint system provides contextual guidance when you're stuck, helping you understand the game's deeper mechanics.

Screenshots

Gopher Clear4 screens
Gridlocks4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Gridlocks at none against Gopher Clear's shown. Gopher Clear's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, 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. Gopher Clear sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Gridlocks sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and May 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Gopher Clear versus Gridlocks: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGopher ClearGridlocks
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 daysEvery 4 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size127 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerchih wei tsengMaker Gully LLC

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Gopher Clear

One-time7
  • Food Splash - Dudu Coins$0.99
  • Pinduoduo Dudu coins$0.99
  • A bag of Dudu Coins$0.99
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  • 30 Stars$0.99
  • A bag of Winter Dudu Coins$0.99
  • A bag of Autumn Dudu Coins$0.99
  • A bag of Fireworks Dudu Coins$0.99
1 purchases

Gridlocks

One-time1
  • Ad Free Experience$4.99

Questions

Is Gopher Clear free?
Gopher Clear is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Gridlocks free?
Gridlocks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Gopher Clear or Gridlocks have ads?
Gopher Clear shows ads; Gridlocks does not.
Which is updated more often, Gopher Clear or Gridlocks?
Gopher Clear ships an update every 4 days, and Gridlocks every 4 days. Most recently, Gopher Clear was updated on September 19, 2026 and Gridlocks on May 14, 2026.

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