Shift & Stack vs Ball Maze Tracer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Shift & Stack
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Shift & Stack is a calming blocks sorting puzzle you can play in short breaks or long, zen sessions. Your goal is simple: move the top block, one tap at a time, until every stack is perfectly sorted by color. The challenge is in the planning. One rushed move can trap a color and force you to rethink the whole level. WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT • Easy to learn: tap to pick up and place the top block • Strategy-friendly: no timer, so you can think ahead • Plenty of puzzles: progress from gentle starters to tricky levels • Helpful tools: undo, restart, and optional extra stack when you’re stuck • Satisfying finishes: clean clears and smooth feedback HOW TO PLAY 1) Tap a stack to pick up the top block 2) Tap another stack to place it — only on the same color (and only if there’s space) 3) Win when each stack contains a single color Play to unwind, focus, and challenge your logic — one perfect sort at a time.
Ball Maze Tracer
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Ball Maze Tracer challenges you to guide a ball through intricate mazes by tracing and painting over every pathway. Swipe to control the ball's movement and ensure no section of the route is left untouched. HOW TO PLAY Roll your ball through the maze by swiping in different directions. The objective is to paint over and complete every segment of the path without missing any portion. Plan your route carefully to avoid traps and dead ends. GAME FEATURES Paint Every Path Roll your ball to paint over maze routes. The challenge is completing every visible segment without skipping any section. Hundreds of Levels Progress through increasingly complex mazes with creative layouts and strategic obstacles designed to test your planning skills. Intuitive Swipe Controls Simple swiping mechanics let you direct your ball with precision. Responsive controls make movement feel natural and satisfying. Strategic Puzzle Design Early levels teach path-tracing basics, while advanced stages demand careful route planning and complete coverage awareness. Beautiful Maze Environments Colorful, detailed maze designs with clear visual feedback as you paint over pathways. Hint System Stuck on a level? Use hints to reveal portions of the optimal solution path without spoiling the challenge. WHY PLAY BALL MAZE TRACER? Brain Training — develop spatial reasoning and strategic planning abilities. Satisfying Completion — the reward of painting a perfect path without gaps is genuinely satisfying. Accessible Challenge — learn quickly, challenge yourself progressively. No Time Pressure — play at your own pace without rush timers. Replayability — compete to beat levels efficiently and improve your routing skills. Suitable for All Ages — engaging for puzzle enthusiasts and casual players alike. Ball Maze Tracer combines intuitive swipe mechanics with genuinely challenging path-completion puzzles, making it ideal for quick mental breaks or extended puzzle sessions. Download Ball Maze Tracer today.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Shift & Stack at 12.0 against Ball Maze Tracer's 15.0. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Shift & Stack | Ball Maze Tracer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | — | Every 8 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 54 MB | 131 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | eitezaz ahmad | Vu Tuong Anh |
In-app purchases
Shift & Stack
No in-app purchases
Ball Maze Tracer
No in-app purchases
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