Comparison

Dots & Boxes vs Nonogram

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

Head to head
About

Dots & Boxes

Features
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Play Dots & Boxes with smart AI, local multiplayer, custom grids, and a vibrant modern look. Squarify brings the classic pencil-and-paper strategy game to your iPhone and iPad. Connect the dots. Complete squares. Keep your turn. Capture more boxes than your opponents and claim victory. Whether you want a quick solo challenge or a game night with friends, Squarify gives you multiple ways to play. FEATURES • SMART AI Challenge an adaptive AI opponent with difficulty levels ranging from easy practice to demanding strategic play. • 2–4 PLAYER LOCAL MULTIPLAYER Pass the device and challenge friends or family in the classic Dots & Boxes experience. • TIMED MODE Put your strategy under pressure and make every move count before time runs out. • CUSTOM GRIDS Choose your preferred board size, from quick small grids to larger boards for deeper strategic battles. • NEON VISUALS Enjoy a modern take on the classic game with vibrant neon graphics, smooth animations, and satisfying feedback. • STATS & PROGRESS Track your performance, improve your strategy, and see how your skills develop over time. CLASSIC RULES. MODERN GAMEPLAY. Dots & Boxes is easy to learn but rewards careful planning. Every line can change the game, and one completed square can start a chain reaction. Play solo, challenge friends, and see how many boxes you can capture. Download Squarify and start connecting dots. Terms of Use: https://summer-scale-458.notion.site/Terms-of-Use-for-Squarify-Cyber-Dots-Boxes-3da6bc0c0f98802e9706f0598ef993ff Privacy Policy: https://app.notion.com/p/Privacy-Policy-for-Squarify-Cyber-Dots-Boxes-3da6bc0c0f9880129881f0b566652913

About

Nonogram

Solve logic puzzles by filling squares based on number clues to reveal colorful pixel art. Collect cute pet companions and create your own custom puzzles to share with a community of players.

Highlights
  • Number-based logic puzzles
  • Pixel art reveals
  • Collectible pet companions
  • Custom puzzle editor
  • Community puzzle sharing
  • Guided tutorial
Features
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A little logic. A lot of color. Nonogram - Magic Pixel brings number puzzles, pixel art, and cute animal companions together. Read the clues, fill the right squares, and watch each picture come to life. SOLVE AND DISCOVER Use the numbers beside each row and column to work out which squares to fill and which to leave empty. Start with the guided tutorial, then explore the level map and take on new puzzles. REVEAL PIXEL ART Complete puzzles to uncover colorful pictures. Explore the main levels and larger picture challenges, one satisfying square at a time. MEET YOUR PET COMPANIONS Unlock adorable pets as you progress and choose a companion for your puzzle journey. CREATE YOUR OWN PUZZLES Use the built-in editor to draw pixel art and turn your ideas into custom levels. Save your creations and share published puzzles with other players. EXPLORE THE COMMUNITY Browse player-created puzzles, try something new, and like the creations you enjoy. Whether you are learning nonograms or looking for your next logic challenge, there is a colorful little world waiting to be revealed. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Dots & Boxes4 screens
Nonogram4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Nonogram at 15.0 against Dots & Boxes's 17.0. On price, update cadence, ads 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. Dots & Boxes sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Nonogram sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $39.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Dots & Boxes versus Nonogram: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDots & BoxesNonogram
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB109 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJignesh KikaniYichang Yunqi Interconnected Technology Center Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Dots & Boxes

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly$0.997 Days
  • Monthly$1.991 Month
One-time4
  • 100 Startdust$0.99
  • 600 Stardust$4.99
  • 1500 Stardust$9.99
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  • Lifetime$9.99
10 purchases

Nonogram

Subscriptions1
  • VIP Annual Pass$39.991 Year
One-time9
  • Beginner's Bundle$0.99
  • 1,600 Coins$2.99
  • 3,000 Coins$4.99
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  • Super Bundle$5.99
  • 6,000 Coins$9.99
  • Remove Forced Ads$9.99
  • Mega Bundle$10.99
  • 13,000 Coins$19.99
  • Giant Bundle$29.99

Questions

Is Dots & Boxes free?
Dots & Boxes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Nonogram free?
Nonogram is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Dots & Boxes or Nonogram have ads?
Both Dots & Boxes and Nonogram show ads.
Which is updated more often, Dots & Boxes or Nonogram?
Dots & Boxes ships an update every 3 weeks, and Nonogram every 3 weeks. Most recently, Dots & Boxes was updated on November 5, 2026 and Nonogram on October 31, 2026.

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