Comparison

SmashBlocks vs Block Rotate

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

Head to head
About

SmashBlocks

Features
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SmashBlocks is a block puzzle game with a wobbly twist. Drop jelly blocks into the grid, fill lines to clear them, and mix colors together for chain reactions. It's easy to learn and satisfying to master. - HOW IT WORKS - Blocks fall from the top of an 8-column grid. Fill a complete horizontal line to clear it and score points. Use fewer drops to earn more stars. Simple — but the deeper color mixing system, ice obstacles, and gravity wells keep things interesting. - COLOR MIXING - Six base jelly colors drop from above: · Cyan · Magenta · Lime · Tangerine · Coral · Lavender When blocks of different colors touch, they blend into mixed colors: · Cyan + Magenta → Violet · Cyan + Lime → Teal · Magenta + Tangerine → Amber Plan your drops to create mixed colors exactly where you need them for combo clears. - SPECIAL BLOCKS AND MECHANICS - · Ice blocks — frozen blocks that must be cleared by completing lines beneath them · Frozen cells — locked grid positions that block your drops · Gravity wells — pull your falling block faster, demanding sharper timing - 210 PUZZLE LEVELS ACROSS 10 WORLDS - Every level is hand-crafted with a specific goal, a par drop count, and a maximum drop limit. Complete in par drops for 3 stars. World 1 · Berry Basics — the colour-drop fundamentals (free, 30 levels) World 2 · Ocean Gummies — frozen islands (20 levels) World 3 · Citrus Burst — colour lock puzzles (20 levels) World 4 · Mint Freeze — ice blocks (20 levels) World 5 · Grape Galaxy — gravity reversal zones (20 levels) World 6 · Caramel Crunch — sticky blocks (20 levels) World 7 · Neon Surge — speed zones (20 levels) World 8 · Lava Melt — timed blocks (20 levels) World 9 · Crystal Cave — invisible blocks (20 levels) World 10 · Rainbow Rush — all mechanics at full speed (20 levels) World 1 is free. Unlock All Worlds ($2.99) opens all 10 worlds + Endless Mode. - ENDLESS MODE - No level limit. Survive as long as you can as blocks fall faster and faster. Earn shards to unlock cosmetics. - COLORBLIND-FRIENDLY - Enable colorblind mode and every jelly color gets a unique pattern — dots, stripes, diamonds, crosses, circles, or triangles — so anyone can play. - THEMES AND SKINS - Customize your grid with 5 block skins (Glitter, Neon, Retro, Galaxy, Marble) and 5 background themes (Ocean, Space, Forest, City, Candy). Earn them free with shards from Endless Mode. - SHOP - · Unlock All Worlds — $2.99 (all 10 worlds + Endless Mode) · Remove Ads — $1.99 · Ultimate Bundle — $3.99 (all worlds + no ads) · Extra Drops Pack — $0.99 (5 extra drops, consumable) World 1 is free. Unlock All Worlds ($2.99) opens all 10 worlds and Endless Mode. The first 3 levels of World 2 are also free as a teaser.

About

Block Rotate

A relaxing wood-themed puzzle game where you drop and rotate wooden blocks to clear rows. Strategically place pieces to reach target scores and advance through increasingly challenging levels.

Highlights
  • Drop and rotate wooden blocks
  • Clear full rows for points
  • Reach target scores to win
  • Increasing strategic depth
  • Relaxing wood-themed visuals
  • Smooth animations
Features
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Welcome to Block Rotate, a relaxing yet challenging wood-themed puzzle game that puts your timing and strategy to the test. Drop wooden blocks onto the board and watch them rotate as they fall. Position each piece carefully to create complete rows and clear them for points. Reach the target score to complete the level and move on to even greater challenges. As levels progress, you'll need smarter placement, better timing, and efficient line clearing to achieve your goals. With satisfying wooden visuals and easy-to-learn gameplay, Block Rotate offers a fresh twist on classic block puzzles. Features - Drop and rotate wooden blocks with simple controls - Complete full rows to clear space and earn points - Reach target scores to win levels - Easy to learn with increasing strategic depth - Relaxing wood-themed visuals and smooth animations - Fun and rewarding puzzle challenges for all players Plan your moves, clear the rows, and master the art of rotation in Block Rotate.

Screenshots

SmashBlocks4 screens
Block Rotate4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: SmashBlocks at weekly against Block Rotate's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. SmashBlocks sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Block Rotate sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SmashBlocks ships an update weekly, Block Rotate every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
SmashBlocks versus Block Rotate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmashBlocksBlock Rotate
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (23 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—23 — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size114 MB263 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJUHA PETTERI OKSANENPIXON PTE. LTD.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

SmashBlocks

One-time4
  • 5 Extra Drops$0.99
  • Remove Ads$1.99
  • Unlock All Worlds$2.99
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  • Worlds + No Ads Bundle$3.99
8 purchases

Block Rotate

One-time8
  • Coin Pack 1$1.99
  • Revive Pack$4.99
  • Coin Pack 2$7.99
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  • No Ads$7.99
  • Coin Pack 3$14.99
  • Coin Pack 4$29.99
  • Coin Pack 5$54.99
  • Coin Pack 6$99.99

Questions

Is SmashBlocks free?
SmashBlocks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Block Rotate free?
Block Rotate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SmashBlocks or Block Rotate have ads?
Both SmashBlocks and Block Rotate show ads.
Which is updated more often, SmashBlocks or Block Rotate?
SmashBlocks ships an update weekly, and Block Rotate every 3 weeks. Most recently, SmashBlocks was updated on October 28, 2026 and Block Rotate on October 23, 2026.

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