Comparison

Detective Dot vs Mellow Blocks

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

Head to head
About

Detective Dot

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Step into a cozy world of mysteries with Detective Dot! Detective Dot is a relaxing spot-the-difference puzzle game where every detail matters. Explore charming scenes, uncover hidden clues, and solve intriguing cases one difference at a time. How to Play • Spot the differences between two beautifully illustrated scenes • Zoom in to inspect details more closely • Collect clues and uncover the truth behind each case Collect & Complete • Earn collectible cards as you progress • Complete card collections • Track your progress and unlock new collections Features • Cozy, hand-crafted artwork • Multiple mystery cases to solve • Helpful boosters when you get stuck • Card collections to discover and complete • Relaxing gameplay designed for all ages Whether you play for a few minutes or dive into a long investigation, Detective Dot offers a calm yet rewarding puzzle experience. Can you spot what others miss?

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Mellow Blocks

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Five hand-painted worlds. Fifty levels. Six companions waiting to meet you. Mellow Blocks is a cozy puzzle adventure — a journey from the soft drift of the Clouds to the edge of Infinity, told through watercolor worlds and the friends you meet along the way. — A JOURNEY UPWARD — Rise through the Clouds, the Stars, the Moon, and a sparkling Galaxy, all the way to Infinity. Five hand-painted watercolor worlds, 10 levels each, with a boss waiting at the top. Meet Mellow, Cloud, Stella, Luna, Cosmo, and Nova — each with their own story to share as you climb. — THREE WAYS TO PLAY — - Dreamscape — a 50-level Adventure Map across 5 rising worlds, with characters, dialogue, and story moments - Gravity — clear a line and watch the blocks above tumble down into chain clears - Classic — endless, calming play; clear lines and chase your best score — CLEVER POWER-UPS — Bomb, Lightning, Color Bomb, and Multiplier — plus combo bonuses, color-harmony rewards, ghost previews, and wildcard blocks to keep every board fresh. — MORE THAN A PUZZLE — - Soft landings — no harsh "Game Over," just a gentle nudge to try again - Soothing music and floating, theme-based particles - Six visual themes and seasonal shifts through the year — MADE FOR EVERYONE — - Fully localized in 13 languages (including right-to-left Arabic) - Color-blind–friendly palettes and customization — PLAY ANYWHERE — No Wi-Fi, no servers, no pressure. Mellow Blocks plays fully offline — perfect for commutes, breaks, or winding down before bed. One-time Remove Ads available if you'd like an uninterrupted flow. Whether you've got 30 seconds or 30 minutes, this is the cozy puzzle you'll keep coming back to. — MADE BY BEMO LABS — An independent studio in Istanbul. Every world, character, and line of code was made by one person, for people who like their puzzles calm. Got feedback or a feature idea? Write to us: hello@bemolabs.com

Screenshots

Detective Dot4 screens
Mellow Blocks4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Detective Dot at none against Mellow Blocks's 1. Detective Dot also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 6 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads 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. Mellow Blocks sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Detective Dot asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Detective Dot ships an update every 5 days, Mellow Blocks every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Detective Dot versus Mellow Blocks: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDetective DotMellow Blocks
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size268 MB211 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKaya Game DigitalOnder Genc

In-app purchases

None

Detective Dot

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Mellow Blocks

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$3.99

Questions

Is Detective Dot free?
Detective Dot is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mellow Blocks free?
Mellow Blocks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Detective Dot or Mellow Blocks have ads?
Both Detective Dot and Mellow Blocks show ads.
Which is updated more often, Detective Dot or Mellow Blocks?
Detective Dot ships an update every 5 days, and Mellow Blocks every 6 weeks. Most recently, Detective Dot was updated on September 26, 2026 and Mellow Blocks on October 8, 2026.

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