Quiet Threads vs Shape Fever
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Quiet Threads
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Quiet Threads is a cozy grouping puzzle. Each puzzle shows sixteen words. Four of them belong together in a hidden category โ and there are four categories in all. Pick four words that share a theme, tap submit, and the group locks in. Four mistakes ends the round. No timer, no streak penalty, no noise โ just words and time to think. The name borrows the expression "common thread" โ the shared idea that ties a group of words together. How it plays: โข Sixteen words, four hidden categories of four โข Find all four groups in four mistakes or fewer โข A "one away" nudge when three of your four belong but one doesn't โข Difficulty pip per puzzle and a distribution bar per pack so you can pick your pace One daily puzzle per language, picked once and shared by everyone playing that day. Thirteen hand-authored themed packs at launch โ seven in English (Starter, Coast, Garden, Kitchen, Library, Nights, Studio) and six in French. Every puzzle is read by a human and rated for overall difficulty, so packs ramp gently rather than spiking. Two content languages: English and French, with localized words and categories โ not machine translations. Switch in Settings โ Language; daily puzzle and packs follow your choice. Four themes โ Light, Paper, Dark, and Dusk. Pick one in Settings, change it whenever you like. Cozy ambient music and gentle haptics. Every sound has a tap-mute on the Home screen, no settings dive needed. No ads. No accounts. No real-money purchases. Anonymous product analytics only โ no IDs, no personal data, no tracking. Your stats live on this device.
Shape Fever
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Connect with one stroke, and reshape the rhythm of the image. Use the trace of your fingertip to piece the fragments back into a whole, and savor the satisfaction of watching things change with every move. Focus on that single line and the moment the image returnsโsimple, intuitive touch guidance brings you quickly into the zone, helping you both relax and sharpen your observation and spatial awareness. Every stroke gives you instant feedback, as the fragments slowly fall into place and a sense of achievement builds with each step. You'll love these details: โ Smooth line feedback that makes every action feel responsive; โ Challenges paced just right, perfect for a quick break or a longer immersive session; โ Visuals and colors crafted for a soothing experience, making it easier to stay focused. Whether you're recharging during a short pause or seeking that feeling of completion in a quiet moment, this brings a calm and rewarding experience. Ready to start tidying up the picture with a single stroke?
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Quiet Threads at none against Shape Fever's shown. Shape Fever's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs monthly) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Quiet Threads ships an update monthly, Shape Fever every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Quiet Threads | Shape Fever |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 8 days โ better |
| Ads | No โ better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 13.0 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 244 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Laurent Chouinard | Shycheese |
In-app purchases
Quiet Threads
No in-app purchases
Shape Fever
No in-app purchases









