Comparison

StackGarden vs LoShu

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

Head to head
About

StackGarden

Features
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`StackGarden is a relaxing puzzle game where every drop matters. Place plant tiles carefully, match sets to clear space, and build longer combo chains for higher scores. Features: • Easy to learn, skill-based stacking and matching • Daily goals and progression rewards • Unlockable cosmetic themes • Smooth haptics and polished sound effects • iCloud sync support for your game progress Designed for quick sessions or long high-score runs, StackGarden rewards precision, planning, and flow.`

About

LoShu

Features
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Lo Shu is a calm, satisfying number puzzle inspired by the ancient magic square of the River Luo. Place stones numbered 1 through 9 on a 3Ɨ3 board. Whenever three stones in a row, column, or diagonal add up to 15, that line returns to the river and clears from the board. Plan ahead, save one stone in the eddy for later, and keep the turtle shell from filling up. Features: • Simple 3Ɨ3 puzzle play with surprising depth • Clear lines by making 15 • Hold one stone for the right moment • Endless runs and a Daily River challenge • Optional guide glow for possible clears • Scores, records, combos, sound, and haptics • An atmospheric ink-and-river visual style Every line is the same river.

Screenshots

StackGarden4 screens
LoShu4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LoShu at none against StackGarden's 6. LoShu also leads on iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. StackGarden sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. LoShu asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
StackGarden versus LoShu: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStackGardenLoShu
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.218.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCHRISTOPHER BEN FAVEROKavin Varnan

In-app purchases

6 purchases

StackGarden

One-time6
  • Pocket Coin Pack$0.99
  • Starter Coin Pack$1.99
  • Japanese Garden$1.99
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  • Neon Greenhouse$1.99
  • Desert Succulents$1.99
  • Supporter Pack$2.99
None

LoShu

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is StackGarden free?
StackGarden is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LoShu free?
LoShu is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do StackGarden or LoShu have ads?
Neither StackGarden nor LoShu shows ads.

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