Comparison

Space Smash vs ByteCube

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

Head to head
About

Space Smash

Merge atoms, planets, stars, and galaxies to build the universe. Discover over 150 unique cosmic objects inspired by real astronomy in this relaxing, physics-based merging adventure. Progress through handcrafted levels and complete your cosmic collection.

Highlights
  • Physics-based merge gameplay
  • Discover planets, stars, and galaxies
  • Explore space science-inspired levels
  • Unlock over 150 unique cosmic objects
  • Progress through cosmic stages
  • Atmospheric space music and sound effects
  • Track discoveries and collections
Features
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Build the universe from the tiniest particles to the largest cosmic structures in this relaxing yet addictive space merging adventure! Start with the foundations of existence and discover what happens when science, strategy, and chaos collide. Merge atoms, planets, stars, comets, galaxies, black holes, and more as you evolve through the universe one discovery at a time. Every level introduces brand-new cosmic objects inspired by real astronomy, astrophysics, and space exploration. From dwarf planets and exoplanets to nebulae, binary stars, and mysterious intergalactic phenomena, there is always something new waiting to be discovered. Unlock over 150 unique space objects across dozens of handcrafted levels, each with their own visuals, descriptions, and progression paths. Plan your drops carefully, manage the growing chaos inside the container, and survive long enough to create the final cosmic evolution. Features: Relaxing physics-based merge gameplay Discover planets, stars, galaxies, comets, nebulae, and more Explore levels inspired by real space science and astronomy Unlock cute kawaii-style cosmic objects Progress through dozens of unique cosmic stages Atmospheric space music and satisfying sound effects Track discoveries and complete your cosmic collection Earn lives and keep your universe evolving Easy to play, hard to master, and impossible to put down. Can you build the universe?

About

ByteCube

This game reimagines the classic number-merge puzzle in a 3D cube format. Players spin the cube, tap faces to merge numbers, and solve daily challenges. It offers various cube sizes, practice modes, and leaderboards for competitive play.

Highlights
  • 3D cube number merging
  • Daily unique puzzles
  • Adjustable cube sizes
  • Offline play supported
  • Global leaderboards
  • Wild and Spawner tiles
Features
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2048, rebuilt in three dimensions. ByteCube takes the number-merge puzzle you know and wraps it around a cube. Spin the cube to any angle, tap a face, and every tile slides inward — matching numbers double. Easy to learn, deep to master, and made to feel great in motion. A NEW PUZZLE EVERY DAY Each day brings one daily cube — the same size and starting layout for everyone — so you can compare runs and keep a streak alive. Come back tomorrow for a brand-new challenge. PLAY YOUR WAY - Cube sizes from a gentle 3x3x3 up to a brain-bending 10x10x10 - Free practice on any size, any time — no timers, no pressure - Smooth one-hand controls: rotate, tap a face, watch the cube slide TILES WITH A TWIST - Wild tiles merge with any number - Spawner tiles merge normally, then drop one extra block to raise the stakes on larger cubes CLIMB THE LEADERBOARDS - Daily and all-time boards for every cube size - Pick a name and chase the top, or simply beat your own best - Fully playable offline, with no account required MADE TO LAST - Fluid 3D graphics with glowing tiles and a starfield backdrop - Satisfying haptics and sound on every merge - One universal app for iPhone and iPad Whether you have thirty seconds or thirty minutes, ByteCube turns a quick number puzzle into something you can see, spin, and solve. Merge to 2048 — then keep going. ByteCube is free to play with ads. You can remove ads with an optional auto-renewable subscription (Remove Ads, $1.99/month). Your subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://www.bytecovesoftware.com/bytecube/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.bytecovesoftware.com/bytecube/terms.html

Screenshots

Space Smash4 screens
ByteCube4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ByteCube at 5.0 against Space Smash's 4.0. Space Smash's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume 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. ByteCube sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Space Smash asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ByteCube holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Space Smash versus ByteCube: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpace SmashByteCube
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size187 MB15 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperKye WilsonTroy Bearden

Customer experience

Space Smash

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

ByteCube

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Space Smash

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

ByteCube

Subscriptions1
  • Remove Ads$1.991 Month

Questions

Is Space Smash free?
Space Smash is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ByteCube free?
ByteCube is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Space Smash or ByteCube?
ByteCube is rated higher. Space Smash averages 4.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while ByteCube averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Space Smash or ByteCube have ads?
ByteCube shows ads; Space Smash does not.

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