Comparison

Block Loop vs Pencil Pull

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

Head to head
About

Block Loop

Guide colorful blocks into matching holes by sending them onto a rotating belt with obstacles. Master color matching and timing to build new islands and unlock fresh puzzle mechanics in this casual yet brain-teasing experience.

Highlights
  • Color-based puzzle mechanics
  • Rotating belts and dynamic obstacles
  • Island building and collection progression
  • Master color matching and timing
  • Easy to learn, challenging to master
Features
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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!

About

Pencil Pull

Features
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A pile of pencils, one simple rule: you can only pick up a pencil when nothing is lying on top of it. Pencil Pull is a calm 3D logic puzzle inspired by the classic game of pick-up sticks. Look closely, follow the shadows and work out which pencil is really on top. Tap the wrong one and you lose a life. Clear the whole pile and earn your stars. EASY TO START, HARD TO PUT DOWN • One tap to pick up a pencil, two fingers to zoom in on big piles • Every chapter builds from a relaxed start to a tricky finale • Endless levels: new piles are made on your phone, so you never run out NEW RULES KEEP IT FRESH • Golden pencils hidden deep in the pile • Timed levels where every second counts • One-life challenges where every move counts • Clear pencils you can see straight through COLLECT AND SHOW OFF • Three stars on every level: no lost lives and no hints • 23 badges to earn • 19 pencil styles to unlock, from Rainbow and Candy Cane to a fountain pen • Game Center achievements and leaderboards MADE FOR YOU • Hints when you get stuck, and a free continue every day • Light and dark themes • Progress kept safe with iCloud • Play offline, anywhere • In 17 languages The game is free with ads. Hints and continues come with a short optional video. A single purchase removes the ads between levels for good, makes the first hint of every level free and gives you 2 free continues a day. Take a breath, look at the pile and pull the first pencil.

Screenshots

Block Loop4 screens
Pencil Pull4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Block Loop at none against Pencil Pull's shown. Block Loop also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Block Loop sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Pencil Pull sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Block Loop ships an update every 2 weeks, Pencil Pull every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Block Loop versus Pencil Pull: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlock LoopPencil Pull
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size203 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAhmet UzmanMustafa Ekrem MUTLU

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Block Loop

One-time7
  • 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
1 purchases

Pencil Pull

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$3.99

Questions

Is Block Loop free?
Block Loop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pencil Pull free?
Pencil Pull is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Block Loop or Pencil Pull have ads?
Pencil Pull shows ads; Block Loop does not.
Which is updated more often, Block Loop or Pencil Pull?
Block Loop ships an update every 2 weeks, and Pencil Pull every 6 days. Most recently, Block Loop was updated on October 28, 2026 and Pencil Pull on October 29, 2026.

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