# Block Lab vs Color Gem!

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Block Lab at none against Color Gem!'s 7. Block Lab also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Color Gem! sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Block Lab asks for nothing beyond the download.

Block Lab ships an update every 6 days, Color Gem! every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Block Lab | Color Gem! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/color-gem/id6769439279/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **8** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 56 MB | 351 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | +9 |
| Developer | [Wellington Peres](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895681533) | [TaleMonster Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1755531450) |

## What reviewers say

### Block Lab

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-lab-block-puzzle/id6767081160)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Color Gem!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/color-gem/id6769439279)

Engage in a relaxing gem sorting puzzle game. Match sparkling gems by color to uncover beautiful pixel art. Enjoy challenging levels and collect a gallery of charming masterpieces.

**Highlights:** Sort gems by color, Reveal pixel art masterpieces, Collect pixel art gallery, Challenging levels with obstacles, Discover new gems and colors, Relaxing gameplay

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mini Coin Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Small Coin Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads Offer | $7.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coin Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| Large Coin Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| Mega Coin Pack | $54.99 | one-time |
| Extreme Coin Pack | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Block Lab free?

Block Lab is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Color Gem! free?

Color Gem! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Block Lab or Color Gem! have ads?

Both Block Lab and Color Gem! show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Block Lab or Color Gem!?

Block Lab ships an update every 6 days, and Color Gem! every 2 weeks. Most recently, Block Lab was updated on October 31, 2026 and Color Gem! on October 31, 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.*
