Comparison

Transversal vs MindGrid

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

Head to head
About

Transversal

Features
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TRANSVERSAL is a minimalist one dimentional (1D) perception puzzle game built around one simple idea: a line can hide more than it shows. Each level presents a clean, monochrome figure—often ambiguous at first glance. Your job is to spot the real shape, trust your brain’s pattern recognition, and type the answer. No clutter. No distractions. Just you, the line, and that moment when it suddenly clicks. Why you’ll like it: Minimalist design: simple, high-contrast visuals with a clean, flat look Fast, satisfying puzzles: short rounds that feel great in quick sessions Portrait-first gameplay: designed for vertical mobile use and limited screen space Keyboard-friendly: the game is built around quick typing and instant feedback You saw beyond the line. Now keep going.

About

MindGrid

Features
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In a world where we rely on smartphones for basic math, MindGrid brings your mental calculation skills back to life. Whether you are an adult looking to keep your mind sharp or a student mastering arithmetic, MindGrid turns math into an addictive, rewarding daily habit. No math degree required—just pure logic, strategy, and fun! HOW TO PLAY It sounds simple, but it gets tricky fast: 1. Look at the target number at the end of the row. 2. Fill the empty grid cells with numbers and operators (+, −, ×, ÷). 3. Make the row calculate exactly to the target number to clear it! WHY YOU’LL LOVE MINDGRID: • 1,500 Handcrafted Levels: Progress through 10 difficulty tiers—from Beginner grids with simple addition to Legendary tiers featuring massive grids and all four operators. • 100% Privacy Focused: No tracking, no data collection, and no hidden sign-ups. Your progress stays safely on your device. • Daily Challenges: A fresh puzzle every single day tailored to your skill level. Complete it to earn 2× coin rewards! • Combos & Achievements: Place correct answers back-to-back to build up to 10× combos. Unlock 20 unique milestones on your journey to becoming a Math Legend. • Make It Yours: Earn coins just by playing to unlock 5 beautiful color themes (like Dreamy Lavender and Golden Sunset) and 5 stunning backgrounds (including Galaxy and Nature). THE PERFECT BRAIN WORKOUT FOR: • Adults & Casual Puzzlers: If you love Sudoku, Wardle, or crosswords, MindGrid is your next daily obsession. Keep your cognitive functions sharp, improve your focus, and de-stress after a long day. • Students & Educators: A perfect, ad-free classroom tool. Perfect for kids learning arithmetic, students sharpening their speed, or parents looking for productive screen time. Download MindGrid today and start your daily puzzle adventure!

Screenshots

Transversal4 screens
MindGrid4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MindGrid at none against Transversal's 1. Transversal's advantage is update cadence (every 11 days vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16). 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. Transversal sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MindGrid asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Transversal ships an update every 11 days, MindGrid every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Transversal versus MindGrid: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTransversalMindGrid
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 11 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better16
Further details — not scored
Size121 MB47 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperEfren Carrillo DominguezMohan Reddy

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Transversal

One-time1
  • Unlock Full Game$2.99
None

MindGrid

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Transversal free?
Transversal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MindGrid free?
MindGrid is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Transversal or MindGrid have ads?
Neither Transversal nor MindGrid shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Transversal or MindGrid?
Transversal ships an update every 11 days, and MindGrid every 3 months. Most recently, Transversal was updated on October 3, 2026 and MindGrid on October 17, 2026.

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