# Lamplit vs Hedgemaze

The clearest difference is ads: Hedgemaze at none against Lamplit's shown. Hedgemaze also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Lamplit sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and Hedgemaze sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Lamplit against 5.0 for Hedgemaze. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 19 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Lamplit ships an update monthly, Hedgemaze fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lamplit | Hedgemaze |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lamplit/id6759683876/reviews) | [5.0 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hedgemaze/id6759974345/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 7 | **19** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 20 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alpine Blue, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1478830328) | [Drew Koontz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1882046340) |

## What reviewers say

### Lamplit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lamplit/id6759683876)

This word puzzle game challenges players to find hidden words by solving acrostic clues. It offers daily puzzles, two distinct puzzle types, and a choice of clue styles, all within a Victorian-inspired aesthetic. Play offline and enjoy a premium experience without subscriptions.

**Highlights:** Acrostic puzzles with hidden spine words, Single and double acrostic formats, Modern and classic clue styles, Daily new puzzles, Streak tracking and protection, Offline play, Dark mode support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Hints | $0.99 | one-time |
| Streak Shield (3-Pack) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Weather Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Nature Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Mythology Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Literature Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| History Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| 50 Hints | $3.99 | one-time |
| One-Time Unlock | $4.99 | one-time |


### Hedgemaze

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hedgemaze/id6759974345)

A relaxing logic puzzle game where you use grid clues to create a single path through various serene environments. It offers over 2,000 puzzles with increasing difficulty and a daily challenge mode with leaderboards. Enjoy a pure puzzle experience with no ads or timers.

**Highlights:** Logic-based grid puzzles, Build a single perfect path, 2,000+ puzzles, Four difficulty levels, Daily challenges with leaderboards, No ads or timers

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hedgemaze Pro | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lamplit free?

Lamplit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Hedgemaze free?

Hedgemaze is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Lamplit or Hedgemaze?

Lamplit and Hedgemaze are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 7 and 19 ratings respectively.

### Do Lamplit or Hedgemaze have ads?

Lamplit shows ads; Hedgemaze does not.

### Which is updated more often, Lamplit or Hedgemaze?

Lamplit ships an update monthly, and Hedgemaze fortnightly. Most recently, Lamplit was updated on September 20, 2026 and Hedgemaze on September 22, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*