Comparison

ArrowRush vs Gridlock Dash

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

Head to head
About

ArrowRush

Engage your mind with a relaxing arrow puzzle game. Tap arrows to clear the grid, planning your moves strategically to solve hundreds of unique levels. Enjoy a calming experience with no timers or pressure, perfect for a gentle brain workout.

Highlights
  • Hundreds of handcrafted puzzles
  • Increasing difficulty levels
  • Daily and monthly challenges
  • Helpful hint system
  • Clean and calming visuals
  • No time limits
  • Offline play supported
Features
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ArrowRush is a fun and relaxing arrow puzzle game where you tap arrows to clear the grid! Plan your moves, find the right path, and enjoy the satisfying feeling of watching every arrow leave the board. The rules are simple: each arrow points in a direction. Tap an arrow when its path is clear, and it will slide off the grid. But be careful, if the path is blocked, you'll lose a life! Think ahead, tap smart, and clear all the arrows to complete each level. Whether you're on a quick break or looking for a calm way to wind down, ArrowRush gives your brain a gentle workout without any stress. No timers, no pressure — just pure puzzle-solving fun at your own pace. HOW TO PLAY Each level starts with a grid full of arrows pointing in different directions. Your goal is to remove every arrow from the board. Look at each arrow and find one with a clear path ahead. Tap it to send it sliding off the grid. As arrows leave, new paths open up for the remaining ones. Keep tapping in the right order until the board is completely clear. Be strategic — tapping an arrow with a blocked path costs you a life. Use hints when you're stuck to find the next safe move. Every puzzle has a solution, so take your time and enjoy the process. FEATURES Hundreds of handcrafted puzzles designed to challenge your logic and spatial thinking. Each level is unique and carefully crafted to provide a satisfying solving experience. Increasing difficulty that grows with you. Start with simple grids and work your way up to complex arrow mazes that will truly test your skills. Daily challenges to keep things fresh. Complete a new puzzle every day, finish monthly challenges, and collect trophies along the way. Helpful hints available whenever you need a nudge. Get a suggestion for the next safe arrow to tap and keep your momentum going. Clean and calming visuals with smooth animations. Every tap feels satisfying, and the minimalist design keeps you focused on the puzzle. No time limits. Play at your own pace and enjoy each puzzle without rushing. ArrowRush is designed to be a relaxing escape for your mind. Offline play supported. Enjoy ArrowRush anywhere, anytime — no internet connection required. WHY PLAYERS LOVE ARROWRUSH ArrowRush combines simple tap mechanics with deep strategic thinking. It's easy to pick up but hard to put down. The puzzles are designed to make you feel smart when you solve them, while the relaxing atmosphere makes every session enjoyable. It's the perfect game for moments when you want to keep your mind active without feeling overwhelmed. Whether you're commuting, waiting in line, or relaxing at home, ArrowRush fits right into your day. If you enjoy logic puzzles, brain teasers, tap away games, or arrow maze challenges, ArrowRush is the game for you. Give your brain a satisfying workout and clear every grid! PERFECT FOR - Puzzle lovers who enjoy brain games and logic challenges - Casual gamers looking for a relaxing tap game to unwind - Anyone who loves arrow puzzles, sorting games, and grid-clearing fun - Players who want a quick mental workout during breaks ArrowRush is free to download and play. Challenge yourself with hundreds of arrow tap puzzles and see how far you can go. Clear the grid, train your brain, and enjoy a moment of calm with every level you solve. Download ArrowRush now and start solving!

About

Gridlock Dash

Tap monsters in the correct sequence to free them from being blocked and clear the puzzle board. Explore unique mechanics like bridges and portals across thousands of challenging levels.

Highlights
  • Tap monsters in the right order
  • Clear the board
  • Bridges, portals, holes, lava monsters
  • Thousands of satisfying puzzles
  • Easy to play, hard to master
Features
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"Love casual puzzle games? Gridlock Dash is made for you! In Gridlock Dash, monsters are stuck and blocking each other. Tap them in the right order to help them escape and clear the board. Discover exciting features like bridges, portals, holes, lava monsters, and more. Each level brings a new challenge to solve. Easy to play, hard to master. Relax, sharpen your mind, and enjoy thousands of satisfying puzzles!"

Screenshots

ArrowRush4 screens
Gridlock Dash4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Gridlock Dash at 1.1K against ArrowRush's 39. ArrowRush's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.7) and review sentiment (50% vs 36%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. ArrowRush sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Gridlock Dash sells 22 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ArrowRush holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gridlock Dash has 1.1K ratings behind it against 39, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of ArrowRush's written reviews are positive against 36% of Gridlock Dash's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ArrowRush ships an update weekly, Gridlock Dash every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ArrowRush versus Gridlock Dash: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArrowRushGridlock Dash
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (39 ratings) — better4.7 (1.1K ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better36.4% of reviews
Number of ratings391.1K — better
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size245 MB323 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPSV SANDBOXES TEKNOLOJI ANONIM SIRKETIHappy Fox

Customer experience

ArrowRush

All ratings39 ratings
Positive97.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative2.6%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

Gridlock Dash

All ratings1,056 ratings
Positive93.4%
Neutral3.9%
Negative2.7%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive36.4%
Neutral13.6%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

ArrowRush

One-time7
  • 1,000 Coins$1.99
  • 2,000 Coins$2.99
  • 5,000 Coins$5.99
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  • 7,500 Coins$6.99
  • Remove Ads$7.99
  • 10,000 Coins$9.99
  • 25,000 Coins$19.99
22 purchases

Gridlock Dash

One-time22
  • starterpack1_99$0.99
  • mergemovebird1_199$1.99
  • highwaysixtier1_299$2.99
Show 19 more
  • starterpack2_299$2.99
  • treasure1_299$2.99
  • piggybank2_399$3.99
  • giftpack1_399$3.99
  • treasure2_499$4.99
  • starterpack3_599$5.99
  • giftpack2_699$6.99
  • removeads_799$7.99
  • mergemovebird3_999$9.99
  • battlepass_999$9.99
  • treasure3_999$9.99
  • starterpack4_1199$11.99
  • giftpack3_1499$14.99
  • normalcoin3_1599$15.99
  • treasure4_1999$19.99
  • starterpack5_2499$24.99
  • giftpack4_2499$24.99
  • giftpack5_4999$49.99
  • giftpack6_9999$99.99

Questions

Is ArrowRush free?
ArrowRush is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Gridlock Dash free?
Gridlock Dash is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ArrowRush or Gridlock Dash?
ArrowRush is rated higher. ArrowRush averages 4.9 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while Gridlock Dash averages 4.7 from 1.1K ratings.
Do ArrowRush or Gridlock Dash have ads?
Both ArrowRush and Gridlock Dash show ads.
Which is updated more often, ArrowRush or Gridlock Dash?
ArrowRush ships an update weekly, and Gridlock Dash every 6 days. Most recently, ArrowRush was updated on September 29, 2026 and Gridlock Dash on September 30, 2026.

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