Comparison

Shikaku vs Pixtangle

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

Head to head
About

Shikaku

Engage in a minimalist logic puzzle game where you divide a grid into rectangular pieces. Each piece must contain a number representing its total area. Enjoy daily challenges, endless modes, and customizable themes.

Highlights
  • Grid division logic puzzles
  • Daily puzzle chapters
  • Infinite puzzle generation
  • Customizable themes
  • XP system for mastery
  • Ad-free experience
Features
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Master the Geometry of Logic. Step into the world of Shikaku (also known as Rectangles), a classic Japanese logic puzzle reimagined for the modern era. Shikaku is a minimalist experience designed for those who find beauty in structure and peace in problem-solving. THE GOAL Divide the grid into rectangular and square pieces such that each piece contains exactly one number. That number must represent the total area (the number of cells) of that rectangle. It’s simple to learn, but mastery requires a deep understanding of logical geometry. WHY PLAY SHIKAKU? • Handcrafted Minimalism: A clean, distraction-free interface that lets you focus entirely on the puzzle at hand. • Daily Chapters: Every day brings a new "Chapter" with three stages of escalating difficulty. Start your morning with a light challenge and end your day with a masterclass in logic. • Infinite Endless Mode: Never run out of puzzles. Generate grids of various sizes—from quick 4x4 warm-ups to daunting large-scale grids. • Personalize Your Experience: Express yourself with over 16 vibrant themes, including Tokyo Neon, Sakura, Botanical, and Midnight. • Mastery XP System: Prove your skill. Turn off assistive features to earn 1.5x XP and climb the ranks of logic masters. • Zero Distractions: No ads. No interruptions. Just you and the grid. Whether you’re a Sudoku veteran or a casual puzzle lover, Shikaku offers a meditative yet mentally stimulating escape. Handcrafted with pride by De Groot Studio.

About

Pixtangle

This logic puzzle game challenges you to divide a grid into rectangles based on numbered clues. Solve puzzles to reveal pixel art and earn in-game currency. Enjoy a relaxing experience with offline play and daily challenges.

Highlights
  • Shikaku logic puzzles
  • Pixel art reveals
  • Daily challenges
  • Offline play
  • In-game currency
  • Multiple difficulty levels
Features
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Pixtangle is a relaxing Shikaku logic puzzle where you slice a grid into rectangles. Every number tells you the exact size of its rectangle — fill the whole board to win, then watch it bloom into a pixel art. HOW TO PLAY SHIKAKU • Drag to draw a rectangle around a number • Each rectangle must contain exactly one number • The number equals the rectangle's area in cells • Fill the entire board to complete the level WHAT'S INSIDE • Endless classic levels across 6 difficulties — from quick warm-ups to expert brain-benders • A daily challenge on a uniquely shaped board, new every day — keep your streak alive for bigger rewards • A collection of 270+ pixel arts in 10 categories: solve their boards to color them in • Master's Path: 19 more arts earned by winning in Classic • Rarities from common to legendary — complete a whole category to unlock its legendary art • A deal of the day: one art costs fewer coins, chosen fresh every morning • Earn coins as you play and spend them on new arts and hints • Share any finished art with a single tap • Personal statistics: best times, accuracy, streak records and your daily activity map • Game Center: 35 achievements and leaderboards for the daily challenge, levels (all-time and weekly), arts and streaks MADE TO RELAX • Clean minimal design with dark and light themes • Gentle sound effects and haptics — switch them off any time • Optional daily reminders so you never miss a challenge • Works fully offline — play anywhere • No account, no sign-up, quick interactive tutorial Based on the classic Japanese logic puzzle also known as Shikaku or Rectangles. If you enjoy nonograms, sudoku or other grid puzzles, Pixtangle will feel right at home.

Screenshots

Shikaku4 screens
Pixtangle4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Pixtangle at 5.0 against Shikaku's 4.4. Pixtangle also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks). Shikaku's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, in-app purchases, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Pixtangle holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shikaku has 16 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shikaku ships an update every 3 weeks, Pixtangle every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Shikaku versus Pixtangle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShikakuPixtangle
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (16 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews76.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings16 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB78 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBRIDGE DIGITAL EUROPE LIMITEDAliaksei Pranko

Customer experience

Shikaku

All ratings14 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral14.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive76.5%
Neutral23.5%
Negative0.0%

Pixtangle

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Shikaku

No in-app purchases

None

Pixtangle

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Shikaku free?
Shikaku is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pixtangle free?
Pixtangle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Shikaku or Pixtangle?
Pixtangle is rated higher. Shikaku averages 4.4 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while Pixtangle averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Shikaku or Pixtangle have ads?
Pixtangle shows ads; Shikaku does not.
Which is updated more often, Shikaku or Pixtangle?
Shikaku ships an update every 3 weeks, and Pixtangle every 3 days. Most recently, Shikaku was updated on October 21, 2026 and Pixtangle on October 12, 2026.

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