Comparison

Pathaki vs MindGrid

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

Head to head
About

Pathaki

Features
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Pathaki is a vertical 2D platformer game where you control a bird selected by the shamans for a sacred mission. Stretch your leg to jump, bounce, and reach the deepest parts of the pre-Columbian Andes to prevent evil from stopping the Great Eclipse, the symbol of life for your people.

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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

Pathaki4 screens
MindGrid4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MindGrid at none against Pathaki's 1. MindGrid also leads on ads (none vs shown). Pathaki's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, 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. Pathaki sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MindGrid asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pathaki ships an update monthly, MindGrid every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Pathaki versus MindGrid: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPathakiMindGrid
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better16
Further details — not scored
Size151 MB47 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperFelipe BedoyaMohan Reddy

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Pathaki

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$0.99
None

MindGrid

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pathaki free?
Pathaki is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MindGrid free?
MindGrid is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pathaki or MindGrid have ads?
Pathaki shows ads; MindGrid does not.
Which is updated more often, Pathaki or MindGrid?
Pathaki ships an update monthly, and MindGrid every 3 months. Most recently, Pathaki was updated on October 25, 2026 and MindGrid on October 25, 2026.

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