Comparison

TraceNum vs Arrow Puzzle 3D

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

Head to head
About

TraceNum

Features
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TraceNum is a minimalist number puzzle that combines a refined design inspired by the dark cosmos with the beauty of numbers. With just the numbers 1 through 9, endless strategy unfolds across the hex grid. Trace. Clear. That’s it. The rules are simple. Trace 3 adjacent tiles and match the TOTAL to the TARGET. The TARGET values are 6, 9, 12, and 15. A whole new kind of number puzzle. Choose between two game modes: Time Mode, where you aim for a high score within the time limit, and Endless Mode, where you can take your time and keep playing until the board is full. You are not limited to waiting for the system to add tiles. With your 3 hand tiles, you can place the best tile on the board and control the game with your own strategy. COLOR & Combos Clearing tiles of the same color increases your score multiplier. Fill the gauge to earn a Diamond and experience the thrill of clearing the board in one move. Special Tiles WILD and Almighty tiles can turn a difficult moment into an opportunity and bring your ideas to life.

About

Arrow Puzzle 3D

This 3D block puzzle game challenges you to tap away colorful shapes with directional arrows. Rotate the cube to find the correct order and clear the board. Unlock new shapes and enjoy satisfying, strategic gameplay.

Highlights
  • 3D cube rotation
  • Arrow-guided block removal
  • Unlockable block shapes
  • Color-coded pieces
  • Satisfying tap-to-clear gameplay
  • Always-solvable levels
Features
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Arrow Puzzle 3D is a 3D block puzzle with colorful shapes, arrows, and a twist: every piece can be different. Tap away the blocks, rotate the cube, and find the right order to clear the board. HOW TO PLAY • Tap a block: if the path to the edge is clear, it flies away in the direction of its arrow • Blocked? The block shakes — rotate the 3D cube and look for a better move • Each shape has its own color, so even partially hidden pieces are easier to recognize • Study the arrows, colors, and surrounding blocks before you move • Clear every block by finding the right order, then move on to the next puzzle WHY THIS PUZZLE IS DIFFERENT • Different block shapes: start with simple cubes, then unlock dominoes, L-shapes, T-shapes, S-shapes, a five-block cross, and more • Color-coded pieces: color helps you recognize a block even when part of its shape is hidden • More to discover: new shapes unlock as you progress, changing how you read and solve each level • True 3D gameplay: rotate the cube, inspect every side, and plan your next move • Always-solvable levels: every puzzle is generated backwards from a guaranteed solution, so every level can be completed • Simple controls, deeper strategy: tap away one block at a time and work out the best order • Short, satisfying levels: a quick brain teaser when you have a few minutes to play THINK IN 3D Every arrow puzzle is about more than tapping. Read the direction of each block, recognize shapes that may be hidden behind others, rotate the cube, and work out which piece should move first. Some blocks look blocked from one angle but have a clear path from another. Sometimes removing one piece opens the way for several others. The more shapes you unlock, the more carefully you need to plan. If you enjoy block puzzle games, arrow puzzles, logic puzzles, unblock challenges, and satisfying tap-to-clear gameplay, Arrow Puzzle 3D gives the classic formula a new twist. Tap away the blocks, rotate the cube, unlock new shapes, and clear every arrow puzzle one move at a time.

Screenshots

TraceNum4 screens
Arrow Puzzle 3D4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Arrow Puzzle 3D at none against TraceNum's 1. TraceNum's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, ads, 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. TraceNum sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Arrow Puzzle 3D asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TraceNum ships an update every 2 days, Arrow Puzzle 3D every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
TraceNum versus Arrow Puzzle 3D: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTraceNumArrow Puzzle 3D
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size88 MB98 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperISAO NAGATASerhii Yehorov

In-app purchases

1 purchases

TraceNum

One-time1
  • Unlock All Stages$0.99
None

Arrow Puzzle 3D

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TraceNum free?
TraceNum is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Arrow Puzzle 3D free?
Arrow Puzzle 3D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TraceNum or Arrow Puzzle 3D have ads?
Both TraceNum and Arrow Puzzle 3D show ads.
Which is updated more often, TraceNum or Arrow Puzzle 3D?
TraceNum ships an update every 2 days, and Arrow Puzzle 3D every 2 weeks. Most recently, TraceNum was updated on October 25, 2026 and Arrow Puzzle 3D on October 14, 2026.

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