Comparison

Pixelio vs PictoGrid

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

Head to head
About

Pixelio

Features
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Reveal pixel art one square at a time. Pixelio is a nonogram puzzle game where you use logic and number clues to fill in grids and uncover hidden pixel art images. No guessing required. Every puzzle is solvable with pure logic. HOW TO PLAY: • Read the number clues on each row and column • Fill in the correct squares to match the pattern • Reveal the hidden picture when you solve it KEY FEATURES: • Puzzle Packs: Hundreds of puzzles across categories like Pets, Food, Emojis, Nature, and more • Daily Challenges: A new puzzle every day to keep your streak alive • Multiple Sizes: From beginner 5x5 grids to challenging larger puzzles • Hints System: Stuck? Use hints to reveal a row or column • Undo/Redo: Easily fix mistakes as you go • Pixi Mascot: Your animated companion cheers you on • Achievements: Track your progress and unlock badges • 5 Themes: Classic, Pastel, Nature, Neon, and High Contrast DESIGNED WITH CARE: • Clean, focused UI with no distractions • Zoom and pan for larger puzzles • Fill and Mark modes for advanced solving • Timer for speedrunners • VoiceOver and accessibility support • Works offline FREE TO PLAY: • All puzzle packs unlockable through gameplay • Optional premium to remove ads and get extra hints

About

PictoGrid

Features
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PictoGrid is a nonogram puzzle game that turns number clues into pixel art. Solve picture logic puzzles by working out which squares to fill and which to leave empty. Enjoy the satisfaction of revealing a hidden picture, one square at a time. Play your way • Progress through stages from 5x5 to 20x20 • Try 15x20 and 20x15 grids, plus 20x20 boards for bigger pictures • Check the minimap to see the whole grid at a glance • Use a hint when you need a gentle nudge • Undo and redo moves with confidence • Spot completed rows and columns at a glance Made for focus A calm, distraction-free design and smooth controls keep the puzzle front and center. Start with a quick grid on a break or settle in for a tougher challenge whenever you want to exercise your brain and unwind. Fill the grid. Reveal the picture. Enjoy that satisfying final square.

Screenshots

Pixelio4 screens
PictoGrid3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pixelio at none against PictoGrid's 1. Pixelio also leads on ads (none vs shown). PictoGrid's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price 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. PictoGrid sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Pixelio asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences Ā· 3 level
Pixelio versus PictoGrid: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPixelioPictoGrid
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 5 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKornel MiszczakSeungHoon Kam

In-app purchases

None

Pixelio

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

PictoGrid

One-time1
  • Premium$4.99

Questions

Is Pixelio free?
Pixelio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PictoGrid free?
PictoGrid is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pixelio or PictoGrid have ads?
PictoGrid shows ads; Pixelio does not.

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