Block Loop vs Gem Factory!
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Block Loop
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Send colorful blocks onto a rotating belt, overcome tricky obstacles, and guide each block into the hole that matches its color! This game blends reflexes, timing, and smart puzzle-solving into a satisfying casual experience. Every block you send travels along a rotating band filled with obstacles, moving parts, and unique challenges. Make the right decisions at the right moment to avoid losing blocks and reach your goals. Use the blocks you collect to: - Build new islands - Unlock fresh puzzle mechanics - Master color matching and timing - Complete collections and expand your world Features -Easy to learn, challenging to master gameplay -Color-based puzzle mechanics -Rotating belts, dynamic obstacles, and surprises -Island building and collection progression -Relaxing yet brain-teasing casual gameplay Each level brings a new challenge. Send your blocks wisely, grow your islands, and complete the full collection!
Gem Factory!
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Welcome to Gem Factory! Get ready to embark on an exciting mining adventure where your logic and puzzle-solving skills will be put to the ultimate test. Grab your trusty pickaxe, break the tiles, and uncover the precious gems hidden beneath! In Gem Factory, your goal is to find specific gem shapes hidden in a grid to unlock the vault door at the top of the screen. You have a limited number of pickaxe swings for each level, so you must carefully plan every move. Tap the tiles to break them, reveal the glowing gems, and collect the exact shapes needed to progress. As you advance, the challenge grows! You will encounter new obstacles like Ice Blockers and Rock Blockers that require extra effort to break. Can you dig smart, manage your limited moves, and clear all the levels? Features: Unique Puzzle Mechanics: A fun blend of tile-breaking and hidden-shape-finding gameplay. Strategic Gameplay: Manage your limited pickaxe moves to find the right gems without failing. Challenging Obstacles: Overcome ice, rocks, and tricky layouts as you progress to higher levels. Brain-Teasing Levels: Each stage requires careful planning and deduction. Crisp Graphics: Enjoy satisfying tile-breaking animations and beautiful gem designs. Play Offline: No internet connection is required. Enjoy digging anytime, anywhere! Download Gem Factory today, start breaking those tiles, and become the ultimate gem master!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Gem Factory! at none against Block Loop's 7. Gem Factory! also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks). Block Loop's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Block Loop sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Gem Factory! asks for nothing beyond the download.
Block Loop ships an update every 2 weeks, Gem Factory! every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Block Loop | Gem Factory! |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 days โ better |
| Ads | No โ better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No โ better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 14.5 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 203 MB | 117 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ahmet Uzman | Nebih Basaran |
In-app purchases
Block Loop
- Pouch of Coins$0.99
- Bag of Coins$1.99
- Good Bye ADS$1.99
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- Value Bundle$2.99
- Treasure Chest$3.99
- Premium Bundle$4.99
- Ultimate Bundle$9.99
Gem Factory!
No in-app purchases





