Comparison

Tic Tac Scratch vs Ice Flow

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

Head to head
About

Tic Tac Scratch

This game reimagines the classic Tic Tac Toe with a "scratch to reveal" mechanic that eliminates stalemates. It offers quick, exciting rounds perfect for families and friends, with options for series play, local multiplayer, and AI challenges.

Highlights
  • Scratch to reveal mechanic
  • Eliminates stalemates
  • Series play modes
  • Local 1v1 multiplayer
  • Play against CPU
  • Quick rounds
Features
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No more stalemates. No more boring draws. Just pure Tic Tac Toe excitement! Tired of every Tic Tac Toe game ending in a predictable tie? Tic Tac Scratch reinvents the classic game you know and love with a high-stakes, mystery twist that ensures every round is a battle to the finish. By hiding the board behind "scratchable" tiles, we’ve removed the "perfect strategy" that leads to endless stalemates. Now, every move is a thrill, every reveal is a surprise, and every win feels earned. Why You’ll Love Tic Tac Scratch: Goodbye, Stalemates: Our unique "Scratch to Reveal" mechanic breaks the classic logic loops, making every game unpredictable and fun. Perfect for Kids & Families: Simple enough for toddlers to pick up, but exciting enough for adults to play over and over. Raise the Stakes: Use our built-in "Punishment List" to play for real-world prizes—who’s paying for dinner or doing the dishes tonight? Quick & Snappy: Designed for life on the go. Play a full series in under a minute! 100% Free: No paywalls, just play. Features: Series Mode: Play a Best of 3, 5, or 11 to determine the true champion. Local 1v1: Perfect for pass-and-play during car rides, at restaurants, or on the couch. vs. CPU: Sharpen your skills against our AI when you’re flying solo. Neon Aesthetic: A vibrant, modern look that feels right at home on your iPhone. Download Tic Tac Scratch today and finally settle the score!

About

Ice Flow

Clear colorful ice cubes by strategically selecting igloos. Penguins collect cubes matching their color, but you must plan your moves to keep slots open and avoid getting stuck. Enjoy hundreds of relaxing puzzles with arctic-themed artwork.

Highlights
  • Match colored ice cubes
  • Strategic igloo selection
  • Penguin cube collection
  • Hundreds of levels
  • Relaxing gameplay
  • Arctic-themed artwork
Features
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A picture made of colorful ice cubes is waiting to be cleared. In Ice Flow: Pixel Art, your penguins collect the cubes one color at a time—but choosing which igloo to open next is up to you. Igloos are stacked below the board, with five slots available to hold them. Tap an igloo to move it into a slot. Its penguins head across the ice, gather cubes in their matching color, and carry them back. Once they finish collecting their target, the igloo leaves and its slot becomes available again. Plan before you tap. If you open an igloo after its color has disappeared from the board, its penguins have nothing to collect and the igloo stays in its slot. Run out of free slots and you can’t reach the igloos you need. Check the colors still on the board, consider what’s buried in the stack, and choose an order that keeps room for your next move. A LITTLE PLANNING GOES A LONG WAY • Pick an igloo and watch its penguins collect matching ice cubes • Keep the five slots available as you work through the stack • Uncover igloos below the ones you’ve already used • Clear the board to finish each puzzle SETTLE IN AND SOLVE One-tap controls make it easy to begin, while later levels give you more to think through. There are no timers or lives to manage, so you can study the board and make each choice at your own pace. Follow the penguins as they slide across the ice, then enjoy the colorful artwork added to your collection when the puzzle is complete. Explore hundreds of levels featuring arctic wildlife, winter comforts, food, nature, and other frozen surprises. With playful penguins, smooth sliding animations, and soothing music, Ice Flow: Pixel Art fits a quick break or a longer puzzle session. Take a look at the board. Which igloo should go first?

Screenshots

Tic Tac Scratch4 screens
Ice Flow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Tic Tac Scratch at 100% against Ice Flow's 33%. Tic Tac Scratch also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). Ice Flow's advantage is ratings volume (174 vs 3). 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. Ice Flow sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Tic Tac Scratch asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Tic Tac Scratch holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ice Flow has 174 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Tic Tac Scratch's written reviews are positive against 33% of Ice Flow's.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Tic Tac Scratch versus Ice Flow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTic Tac ScratchIce Flow
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better4.7 (174 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings3174 — better
Update frequency—Every 4 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB346 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerryan ThompsonRadiant Cat Studio

Customer experience

Tic Tac Scratch

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Ice Flow

All ratings174 ratings
Positive92.5%
Neutral4.0%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

None

Tic Tac Scratch

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Ice Flow

One-time10
  • Coin Package 1$1.99
  • Boarding Pack$2.99
  • Beginners Bundle$4.99
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  • Fail Offer$5.99
  • Coin Package 2$7.99
  • Apprentice Bundle$9.99
  • Special No Ads$11.99
  • Coin Package 3$14.99
  • Master Bundle$19.99
  • Giant Bundle$39.99

Questions

Is Tic Tac Scratch free?
Tic Tac Scratch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ice Flow free?
Ice Flow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Tic Tac Scratch or Ice Flow?
Tic Tac Scratch is rated higher. Tic Tac Scratch averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Ice Flow averages 4.7 from 174 ratings.
Do Tic Tac Scratch or Ice Flow have ads?
Ice Flow shows ads; Tic Tac Scratch does not.

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