Comparison

Snapkist vs The Artisan

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

Head to head
About

Snapkist

This physics-based puzzle game features charming, magnet-like creatures that you snap and merge to create larger forms. Enjoy satisfying ASMR-inspired sound effects and brain-teasing challenges with cute aesthetics. It's easy to learn but offers increasing difficulty for extended play.

Highlights
  • Magnetic snapping and repelling mechanics
  • Creature transformation through merging
  • Coin accumulation for extra points
  • ASMR-inspired sound effects
  • Brain-teasing physics puzzles
  • Unlockable secret level
Features
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Experience the Magnetic Snapping Satisfaction of Snapkist! Welcome to the world of Snapkist, the most adorable physics-based game you’ll ever play. Discover a collection of charming, magnet-like creatures that just want to connect! How to play this amazing kinetic puzzle. Snap & Repel: Use intuitive touch controls to drop then maneuver your creatures by tilting your device. Watch as they snap together with satisfying force or repel away based on their magnetic polarity. Transform: Bring them together to trigger a magical transformation! Watch your small, cute creatures combine into larger, more complex shapes. Watch gold coins accumulate and harvest them to earn extra point but don't wait too long, they will vanish. Why You’ll Love Snapkist: Satisfying Feedback: Every snap is accompanied by ASMR-inspired sound effects that make every move feel deeply rewarding. Brain-Teasing Puzzles: As you progress, the puzzles get trickier, requiring careful planning and perfect placement. Cute Aesthetics: Immerse yourself in a world of vibrant colors, soft glows, and irresistibly cute character. Easy to Learn, Hard to Master: Perfect for a quick five-minute break or a long session of relaxation. The secret level: Unlock a hidden secret level after mastering the first level. This is where you'll be challennged. Are you ready for fun? Download Snapkist today.

About

The Artisan

A logic puzzle game where you restore shattered stained-glass windows in ancient temples. Use deduction to partition grids, following rules about stars, region sizes, and lead walls. Immerse yourself in a serene, visually stunning experience.

Highlights
  • Restore stained-glass windows
  • Logic puzzle gameplay
  • Handcrafted campaign
  • Endless puzzle generation
  • Multiple grid dimensions
  • Smart hint system
  • Calming ambient sounds
Features
Currently charting
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Step into the shoes of a master glassmaker in The Artisan, a serene and visually stunning logic puzzle game. Your mission is to restore the sacred, shattered stained-glass windows of forgotten temples to let the light shine once again. Using deduction and logical reasoning, partition each grid into beautiful colored glass regions. Follow five simple rules to guide your craft: separate sparkling stars, match target region sizes, align lead walls, collect colored gems, and pave the grid with specific shapes. Key Features: - Story Campaign: Progress through 11 handcrafted levels, tracing your journey from apprentice to celestial artisan. - Infinite Mode: Generate endless logically solvable puzzles on demand with Easy, Medium, and Hard difficulty levels. - Dynamic Glass Textures: Experience gorgeous, hand-blown stained-glass textures generated in real time as you paint. - Shop & Customization: Earn coins to unlock beautiful themes (Cathedral, Midnight, Forest) and collect unique avatars. - Global Leaderboards: Show off your puzzle-solving skills and compete with other players on the Weekly and All-Time rankings. - Smart Assistance: Get help when stuck with undo-compatible hints or request a new layout when needed. Restore the temples, master the logic, and become the Guardian of Light.

Screenshots

Snapkist3 screens
The Artisan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Snapkist at 100% against The Artisan's 31%. Snapkist also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). The Artisan's advantage is ratings volume (21 vs 1) and chart position (#205 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads 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. The Artisan sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Snapkist asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Snapkist holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Artisan has 21 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Snapkist's written reviews are positive against 31% of The Artisan's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Snapkist ships an update every 2 days, The Artisan every 3 days. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Snapkist versus The Artisan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSnapkistThe Artisan
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.3 (21 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better31.3% of reviews
Number of ratings121 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 3 days
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
Best chart rank—#205 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDung LeMichel Morcos

Customer experience

Snapkist

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

The Artisan

All ratings11 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive31.3%
Neutral25.0%
Negative43.8%

In-app purchases

None

Snapkist

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

The Artisan

One-time2
  • Booster Pack$0.99
  • No Ads$5.99

Questions

Is Snapkist free?
Snapkist is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is The Artisan free?
The Artisan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Snapkist or The Artisan?
Snapkist is rated higher. Snapkist averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while The Artisan averages 4.3 from 21 ratings.
Do Snapkist or The Artisan have ads?
Both Snapkist and The Artisan show ads.
Which is updated more often, Snapkist or The Artisan?
Snapkist ships an update every 2 days, and The Artisan every 3 days. Most recently, Snapkist was updated on November 5, 2026 and The Artisan on November 5, 2026.

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