Comparison

Pixel pop vs Cubes

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

Head to head
About

Pixel pop

Engage in a vibrant pixel world where breaking colorful blocks converts them into balls, triggering explosive chain reactions. Strategically manage your ball count and color matching to clear levels in this unique puzzle experience.

Highlights
  • Block-breaking with chain reactions
  • Convert blocks into balls
  • Ball physics and color strategy
  • Special block types
  • Smooth animations and pixel effects
  • Casual yet challenging gameplay
Features
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PIXEL POP – Break, Create & Blast! Dive into a vibrant pixel world where every move creates satisfying chain reactions. In PIXEL POP, you break colorful blocks, convert them into balls, and trigger explosive pixel cascades across the board. * Block Board - Each cell contains a colored block; larger blocks require multiple hits - Blocks slide down when space is available - Accelerator triangles boost speed and change ball direction - Each level limits the number of balls—exceed it and you lose - Balls only break blocks of the same color * Break & Convert System - Selected blocks move into a tube and pass through a grinder - Blocks are crushed into pieces, polished into balls, then dropped onto the board - Ball colors always match the original blocks * Block Selection Board - Blocks appear in a compact grid - A block moves only when its path is clear - Each block has a color and a fixed conversion amount * Special Blocks Locks & Keys, Boss Blocks, Connect Shooters, Hidden Color Blocks * Features - Unique mix of block-breaking, ball physics, and color strategy - Smooth animations and vibrant pixel effects - Relaxing yet challenging casual gameplay Break it. Drop it. Pop it. Download PIXEL POP and enjoy the ultimate pixel puzzle experience!

About

Cubes

Features
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A detailed breakdown of the gameplay and features. Master the Blocks, Save the Galaxy! Block Attack is a high-octane reimagining of the classic arcade experience, seamlessly blending fast-paced rail shooter mechanics with deep strategic puzzle-solving. Take control of your starship, fire colored blocks at the descending waves, and think fast to form perfect rectangles to clear the board! How to Play: - Aim & Fire: Launch blocks from your ship into the descending grid. - Form Rectangles: Connect blocks to create rectangular shapes and blast them away. - Chain Bonanza: Clear multiple groups simultaneously to trigger massive "Chain Bonuses" and skyrocket your score. - Race Against Time: As levels progress, the blocks drop faster. Can your reflexes keep up with the gravity? Game Features: - Innovative Hybrid Gameplay: A one-of-a-kind mix of rail shooting and block-matching strategy - Powerful Boosters: Use "Color Uniformity" to turn the tide or trigger a "Flash Clear All" for a satisfying screen-wipe. - Dynamic Levels: Encounter hundreds of unique patterns and wave configurations that test both your aim and your brain. - Immersive Atmosphere: Stunning space environments, fluid animations, and tactile haptic feedback for every hit. - A high-speed bonus mission where survival turns into reward. Travel as far as you can, keep the block rush under control, and earn cubes based on your performance. The blocks are stacking up in the void... Don't let them reach the fail line! Download Block Attack today and claim your spot on the leaderboard!

Screenshots

Pixel pop4 screens
Cubes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Cubes at every 2 days against Pixel pop's monthly. On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Pixel pop sells 14 one-off in-app purchases and Cubes sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pixel pop ships an update monthly, Cubes every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Pixel pop versus Cubes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPixel popCubes
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (159 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews8.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings159 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size724 MB225 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTrung TuMuharrem Kurt

In-app purchases

14 purchases

Pixel pop

One-time14
  • Gold 1$1.99
  • Starter Bundle$2.99
  • Revive Bundle$4.99
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  • Gold 2$7.99
  • Small Bundle$9.99
  • No Ads$9.99
  • No Ads Bundle$9.99
  • Gold 3$14.99
  • Medium Bundle$19.99
  • Gold 4$29.99
  • Gold 5$54.99
  • Huge Bundle$79.99
  • Mega Bundle$99.99
  • Gold 6$99.99
4 purchases

Cubes

One-time4
  • Small Cube Pack (250)$0.99
  • Medium Cube Pack (700)$1.99
  • No Ads$3.99
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  • Large Cube Pack (1600)$3.99

Questions

Is Pixel pop free?
Pixel pop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cubes free?
Cubes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pixel pop or Cubes have ads?
Both Pixel pop and Cubes show ads.
Which is updated more often, Pixel pop or Cubes?
Pixel pop ships an update monthly, and Cubes every 2 days. Most recently, Pixel pop was updated on October 17, 2026 and Cubes on October 9, 2026.

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