# Save The Mage vs Operator

The clearest difference is rating: Operator at 5.0 against Save The Mage's 1.0. Operator also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ratings volume (18 vs 1). Save The Mage's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.6). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Save The Mage sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Operator asks for nothing beyond the download.

Operator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Operator has 18 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Save The Mage ships an update weekly, Operator every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Save The Mage | Operator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/save-the-mage-magic-puzzle/id6756122846/reviews) | **[5.0 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/operator-math-puzzle-game/id6756993326/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **18** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 184 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Abner Palmeira](https://appshunter.io/developer/1833473704) | [Brian Davis](https://appshunter.io/developer/1864116024) |

## What reviewers say

### Save The Mage

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/save-the-mage-magic-puzzle/id6756122846)

This game blends physics-based puzzle-solving with RPG strategy. Draw to protect a mage, utilizing environmental interactions and unique character abilities to overcome challenges and achieve objectives.

**Highlights:** Advanced physics engine, Class system with unique abilities, Strategic loadout customization, RPG progression and upgrades, Dynamic objectives and completion goals

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Handful of Gems (300) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Gems (1000) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Chest of Gems (2200) | $5.99 | one-time |


### Operator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/operator-math-puzzle-game/id6756993326)

Engage in quick, brain-boosting math puzzles that transform arithmetic into an exciting challenge. This logic game offers various difficulty modes and a daily challenge to keep your mind sharp and alert, whether you're a student or an adult seeking a mental workout.

**Highlights:** Four standard difficulty modes, Daily 3x3 grid challenge, Offline and online play, Global leaderboards, Progress tracking and achievements, Timed equation solving

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Save The Mage free?

Save The Mage is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Operator free?

Operator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Save The Mage or Operator?

Operator is rated higher. Save The Mage averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Operator averages 5.0 from 18 ratings.

### Do Save The Mage or Operator have ads?

Neither Save The Mage nor Operator shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Save The Mage or Operator?

Save The Mage ships an update weekly, and Operator every 4 days. Most recently, Save The Mage was updated on October 30, 2026 and Operator on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*