Comparison

Crystal Dig vs Gem Vault

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

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About

Crystal Dig

Embark on an underground expedition combining classic block puzzle gameplay with a mining adventure. Descend through handcrafted levels, battle geological bosses, and collect rare gems. Compete for high scores and unlock achievements in this crystal-themed puzzle experience.

Highlights
  • Classic and Adventure game modes
  • 50 handcrafted adventure levels
  • 5 unique underground zones
  • Epic boss battles
  • Power-ups: Pickaxe, Shuffle, Undo
  • Gem collection with rarity tracking
  • 21 Game Center achievements
Features
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Embark on an expedition like no other! Crystal Dig: Gem Miner combines classic block puzzle gameplay with a mining adventure that runs from Earth's crust to the frozen edge of the solar system. CLASSIC MODE Place blocks, clear lines, and chase your highest score. Simple to learn, endlessly challenging. Compete on the Game Center leaderboard! ADVENTURE MODE Dig through 400 handcrafted levels across 8 worlds and 40 underground layers. Tunnel from the Surface of Earth down to the Magma Core, then leave the planet behind and keep digging. EIGHT WORLDS TO EXPLORE - Earth - from the Surface down to the Magma Core - Mars - dust plains, iron sands and the Olympus Core - Venus - cloud decks, sulfur flats and crushing pressure deeps - Mercury - sun scar, crater deeps and a molten core - Europa - ice crust, slush layers and a hidden ocean - Titan - methane haze, hydrocarbon dunes and a cryo core - Miranda - verona cliffs, a fractured shell and a frozen core - Triton - nitrogen frost, diamond ice and Neptune's Anchor BOSS BATTLES 40 guardians stand between you and the depths, one at the end of every layer. Crack open the Crystal Geode, outsmart the Earth Snake, awaken an Ancient Fossil, confront the Magma Heart, and face whatever waits beneath each new world. SEASONAL EVENTS Every season brings a new look to the mine: Halloween in October, Autumn Harvest in November, Winter Holidays in December and New Year into January. Collect seasonal tokens as you clear lines and claim rewards along the event track. DAILY DEALS Check the store every day for a new Daily Deal and a free Daily Gift. FEATURES - Two distinct game modes: Classic and Adventure - 400 adventure levels across 8 worlds and 40 underground zones - 40 epic boss battles, each with its own mechanic - A solar system map for travelling between worlds - Four seasonal events, each with its own look and a 25-step reward track - A new Daily Deal and a free Daily Gift every day - Power-ups: Pickaxe, Shuffle, and Undo - Gem collection with rarity tracking - 28 Game Center achievements to unlock - Distinct visuals and atmosphere for every world - Full support for 7 languages Mine gems, clear lines, conquer legendary bosses, and become the ultimate Gem Hunter!

About

Gem Vault

Embark on a mystical match-3 puzzle adventure across 10 enchanted realms. Solve diverse challenges, utilize powerful boosts, and enjoy stunning visuals and immersive audio. Offers one-time in-app purchases for upgrades and ad removal.

Highlights
  • 10 unique enchanted realms
  • 200 meticulously designed levels
  • Diverse level objectives
  • Powerful boosts and hints
  • Stunning visuals and immersive audio
  • Optimized for iPhone and iPad
Features
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Embark on a Mystical Journey to the Heart of the Gem Vault! Discover the secret of the ancients in Gem Vault, the premium match-3 puzzle experience designed for masters of the genre. Immerse yourself in a world of vibrant colors, stunning glassmorphic designs, and addictive strategic gameplay as you journey through 10 unique, enchanted realms. EXPLORE 10 BREATHTAKING WORLDS Your quest takes you across 200 meticulously designed levels, from the shimmering depths of the Crystal Caves to the mysterious energy of the Neon City and the dangerous heat of the Fire Forge. DYNAMIC PUZZLE CHALLENGES Face diverse level objectives tailored to test your skills: • Collect rare gems to unlock the vault. • Clear through ice and ancient barriers. • Strategy is key—reach your goal with limited turns. • Trigger massive combos to achieve high scores. POWERFUL BOOSTS & HINTS Stuck on a tricky level? Use the ancient wisdom of the vault: • Glow Hint: A subtle light to guide your next move. • Solve Hint: The vault reveals the best strategic path. • Explosive Combos: Match 4+ gems for chain reactions. PREMIUM FEATURES • Stunning Visuals: High-definition animations and a sleek, modern UI. • Immersive Audio: World-specific atmospheric music and sound effects. • Play Anywhere: Optimized for seamless performance on iPhone and iPad. IN-APP PURCHASES The Application offers one-time in-app purchases (e.g., "Gems", "Remove Ads", "Pro Upgrade").  These are non-subscription based, "pay once" transactions processed securely through the Apple App Store.

Screenshots

Crystal Dig4 screens
Gem Vault4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Crystal Dig at 5.0 against Gem Vault's 3.0. Crystal Dig also leads on ratings volume (3 vs 1). Gem Vault's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Crystal Dig sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Gem Vault sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Crystal Dig holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Crystal Dig versus Gem Vault: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCrystal DigGem Vault
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better3.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size145 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTaco Truck GamesAhmed Elnoor

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Crystal Dig

One-time7
  • Handful of Crystals$0.99
  • Pouch of Crystals$2.99
  • Remove Banner Ads$3.99
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  • Starter Pack$4.99
  • Sack of Crystals$4.99
  • Chest of Crystals$9.99
  • Vault of Crystals$19.99
5 purchases

Gem Vault

One-time5
  • Small Gem Stash$0.99
  • Permanent Ad Removal$2.99
  • Great Gem Vault$4.99
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  • Royal Gem Chest$9.99
  • Gem Vault Pro Upgrade$29.99

Questions

Is Crystal Dig free?
Crystal Dig is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Gem Vault free?
Gem Vault is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Crystal Dig or Gem Vault?
Crystal Dig is rated higher. Crystal Dig averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Gem Vault averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Crystal Dig or Gem Vault have ads?
Crystal Dig shows ads; Gem Vault does not.

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