The Block Unlock vs Holeflow
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The Block Unlock
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The Block Unlock is a strategy focused puzzle game built around a simple idea: unscrew every block and reorganize the board into its final form. Each block is fixed with a screw. Slide the block in its movement direction to unscrew it. Once a block is released, it remains on the board and becomes part of the final layout. This creates new openings or new obstacles based on the choices you make. As you progress, levels introduce special blockers, directional locks, barriers, and restricted zones that force you to think ahead and structure your moves carefully. Features Unique unscrew and slide mechanic Blocks with movement rules and direction limits Blockers: locks, iced blocks, movable shapes, breakable shapes Challenging level designs Distinct visual style and custom color palette How to Play -Each block is attached with a screw. -Slide the block in its allowed direction to unscrew it. -Unscrewed blocks stay on the board in their new position. -Navigate around blockers, restricted areas, and limited paths. -Unscrew every block and form the correct board layout to finish the level. If you enjoy thoughtful puzzles that reward planning and observation, The Block Unlock offers a fresh and original challenge.
Holeflow
A puzzle game where players match colored holes and doors to clear the board. It offers a simple yet challenging experience designed for fun.
- Match colored holes and doors
- Clear the game board
- Challenging gameplay
- Simple mechanics
- Designed for fun
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Match holes and doors of the same color and clear the board! Harder than it seems, Have fun!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Holeflow at none against The Block Unlock's shown. Holeflow also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The Block Unlock | Holeflow |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 257 MB | 175 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Fat Cat With a Hat | Emrullah Can Demirpolat |
In-app purchases
The Block Unlock
No in-app purchases
Holeflow
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is The Block Unlock free?
Is Holeflow free?
Do The Block Unlock or Holeflow have ads?
Which is updated more often, The Block Unlock or Holeflow?
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