# Sand Out! vs Pixel Loop Blast

The clearest difference is update cadence: Sand Out! at weekly against Pixel Loop Blast's every 3 weeks. Sand Out! also leads on monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sand Out! sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Pixel Loop Blast sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Sand Out! against 4.6 for Pixel Loop Blast. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.6K and 1K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 20% of Sand Out!'s written reviews are positive against 25% of Pixel Loop Blast's.

Sand Out! ships an update weekly, Pixel Loop Blast every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 12, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sand Out! | Pixel Loop Blast |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sand-out/id6759778301/reviews) | **[4.6 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-loop-blast/id6761249989/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.6K** | 1K |
| Positive reviews | 20.5% of reviews | **25.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 336 MB | 306 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rollic Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1452111779) | [Zego Global Pte Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1637372610) |

## What reviewers say

### Sand Out!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sand-out/id6759778301)

Break sand blocks to release flowing grains onto a conveyor belt. Sort the sand into matching containers before the belt fills up. This puzzle game offers a relaxing yet engaging rhythm of timing and strategy.

**Highlights:** Tap-to-break gameplay, Flowing sand mechanics, Conveyor-based sorting, Limited capacity challenges, Color-based sorting, Handcrafted levels

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1K Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Fail Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| 5K Coins | $7.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $7.99 | one-time |
| Mini Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Bundle | $11.99 | one-time |
| 10K Coins | $14.99 | one-time |
| Large Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| 25K Coins | $29.99 | one-time |
| Super Bundle | $29.99 | one-time |


### Pixel Loop Blast

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-loop-blast/id6761249989)

Engage in a relaxing arcade game featuring satisfying ball blast mechanics and vibrant pixel art. Enjoy smooth shooter action with chain reactions across evolving levels and dynamic challenges.

**Highlights:** Satisfying ball blast chain reactions, Stunning evolving pixel art worlds, Smooth blaze shooter controls, Addictive levels with dynamic challenges, Visually rewarding arcade experience

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coin Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Keep Up Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 2 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Pixel Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| Beginner's Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Pass | $11.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads Bundle | $11.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 3 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Great Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 4 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Epic Bundle | $34.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 6 | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sand Out! free?

Sand Out! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Pixel Loop Blast free?

Pixel Loop Blast is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Sand Out! or Pixel Loop Blast?

Pixel Loop Blast is rated higher. Sand Out! averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while Pixel Loop Blast averages 4.6 from 1K ratings.

### Do Sand Out! or Pixel Loop Blast have ads?

Both Sand Out! and Pixel Loop Blast show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Sand Out! or Pixel Loop Blast?

Sand Out! ships an update weekly, and Pixel Loop Blast every 3 weeks. Most recently, Sand Out! was updated on October 12, 2026 and Pixel Loop Blast on October 12, 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.*