Comparison

Shut the Box vs Numbers Need Space!

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

Head to head
About

Shut the Box

Experience a classic dice strategy game with modern visuals and competitive play. Roll dice, flip tiles, and aim to close them all to win. Offers real-time PvP, global leaderboards, and customizable dice.

Highlights
  • Classic strategy game optimized for mobile
  • Real-time PvP battles
  • Global leaderboards
  • Customizable dice and themes
  • Friends Mode and Tournament Play
  • Intuitive gameplay with physics-based dice rolls
  • Brain training for math and probability skills
Features
Currently charting
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Flip the Tiles. Master the Dice. Can You Shut the Box? Experience the timeless strategy game that has captivated players for centuries - now reimagined for your phone! Shut the Box! brings the classic pub game to life with sleek visuals, competitive play, and the high-stakes "risk vs. reward" energy you crave. Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the tiles, the rules are simple: Roll the dice, add up the numbers, and flip the tiles. Close them all to "Shut the Box" and claim total victory. But be careful - one unlucky roll and your turn is over! Why You'll Love Shut the Box! - Classic Strategy, Modern Twist: The authentic board game experience optimized for fast-paced mobile play. - High-Stakes Decisions: Do you play it safe with small numbers or aim for the high tiles? Every choice matters. - Real-Time PvP Battles: Face off against players worldwide in thrilling head-to-head matches. - Global Leaderboards: Track your "Shut" count and climb the ranks to become a Dice Legend. - Customizable Dices: Unlock beautiful themes, premium wood finishes, and unique dice styles. Game Modes for Every Player - Friends Mode: Challenge your buddies to a digital dice duel anytime, anywhere. - Tournament Play: Compete in leagues to earn exclusive rewards and bragging rights. Key Features - Intuitive Gameplay: Smooth physics-based dice rolls and satisfying tile flips. - Brain Training: Sharpen your quick math and probability skills while having fun. - Perfect for Fans of: Farkle, Yahtzee, Pig Dice, or Catan. - Play Anywhere: Light, fast-loading, and perfect for a quick 2-minute break or a long session. Do you have the luck of the dice and the strategy to win? There's only one way to find out. Download Shut the Box! now and see if you can clear the board. Roll smart. Flip fast. Shut the box!

About

Numbers Need Space!

Features
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Number Needs Space! is a clean logic puzzle where every move matters. Place numbers on the board without letting consecutive values become neighbors. Simple rule, sharp decisions: 1 can’t touch 2, 2 can’t touch 3, and diagonal contact counts too. Plan ahead, read the board, use the upcoming numbers, and keep enough space for the next move. Each level is short, satisfying, and built around one clear idea: numbers need room to breathe. Features: • Simple one-rule number puzzle • Diagonal adjacency matters • Quick levels for short sessions • Queue-based planning • Undo and hint support • Clean board-focused design Find the right space. Keep the numbers apart.

Screenshots

Shut the Box4 screens
Numbers Need Space!4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Numbers Need Space! at none against Shut the Box's 10. Shut the Box's advantage is chart position (#115 vs unranked). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Shut the Box sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Numbers Need Space! asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
Shut the Box versus Numbers Need Space!: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShut the BoxNumbers Need Space!
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (2K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews7.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings2K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#115 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size331 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFunCraft, IncEmel Senyasar

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Shut the Box

One-time10
  • Special Bundle$1.99
  • Starter Bundle$1.99
  • A Few Gems$2.99
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  • A Pile of Gems$4.99
  • Basic Bundle$9.99
  • A Bag of Gems$9.99
  • Special Bundle$14.99
  • Special Bundle$19.99
  • A Jar of Gems$19.99
  • A Bucket of Gems$49.99
None

Numbers Need Space!

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Shut the Box free?
Shut the Box is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Numbers Need Space! free?
Numbers Need Space! is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Shut the Box or Numbers Need Space! have ads?
Both Shut the Box and Numbers Need Space! show ads.

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