Comparison

Ant Works vs Hexabug Flow

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

Head to head
About

Ant Works

Use ants as living building blocks to construct bridges, towers, and ladders. Solve physics-based puzzles by strategically combining different ant types with unique abilities. Enjoy a relaxing, timer-free experience with increasingly challenging levels.

Highlights
  • Physics-based puzzle gameplay
  • Build bridges, towers, and ladders
  • Multiple ant types with unique abilities
  • Dozens of handcrafted levels
  • Creative problem-solving challenges
  • Timer-free gameplay
Features
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Ant Works... Tiny ants, giant problems. Welcome to Ant Works, the physics-based puzzle game where the ants are your building materials. Connect ants together to build bridges, towers, ladders, and other living structures as you solve increasingly challenging puzzles. Every level is a unique engineering challenge. Build too weak and your structure collapses. Build too high and it topples. Success requires careful planning, clever use of ant abilities, and a solid understanding of physics. Whether you're crossing gaps, climbing obstacles, or creating towering structures, every puzzle offers opportunities to experiment and discover creative solutions. BUILD WITH ANTS Use ants as living building blocks. Connect them together and watch realistic physics bring your creations to life. Structures bend, sway, balance, and sometimes come crashing down in spectacular fashion. UNIQUE ANT ABILITIES Not all ants are the same. Different ant types offer different strengths and special abilities. Learn how each ant works and combine them strategically to solve puzzles that seem impossible at first glance. SOLVE PHYSICS-BASED PUZZLES Each level is carefully designed to challenge your creativity and problem-solving skills. Experiment with different approaches, learn from failures, and enjoy the satisfying moment when everything finally works. SIMPLE CONTROLS Easy-to-learn touch controls let you start building immediately. Place ants, connect structures, and watch your engineering ideas come to life. CHALLENGING AND REWARDING Levels begin with simple concepts and gradually introduce new mechanics, tougher obstacles, and more complex solutions. There's always a new challenge waiting. PLAY AT YOUR OWN PACE No timers. No rush. Take your time, experiment freely, and discover creative solutions. Ant Works rewards thoughtful planning and experimentation rather than fast reactions. FEATURES - Physics-based puzzle gameplay - Build bridges, towers, ladders, and more - Multiple ant types with unique abilities - Dozens of handcrafted levels - Creative problem-solving challenges - Simple touch controls - Relaxing, timer-free gameplay - Satisfying physics interactions - Challenging puzzles for curious minds Grab your colony and start building. Your ants are ready to work!

About

Hexabug Flow

Engage in a unique logic puzzle where you guide ladybugs to consume hexagon blocks, revealing pixel art. This game offers strategic gameplay with hundreds of levels, focusing on relaxation and brain training without timers.

Highlights
  • Unique color matching and layer clearing mechanics
  • Strategic bug deployment for block consumption
  • Satisfying visual chain reactions
  • Hundreds of progressively challenging levels
  • Relaxing, timer-free gameplay
  • Brain training and spatial awareness development
Features
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Discover a new way to relax and challenge your brain with Hexabug Flow. Match colorful bugs to clear pixel art blocks in this highly satisfying logic puzzle. Hexabug Flow takes the classic color sort and matching mechanics and adds a visual twist. Your goal is simple but requires strategic thinking: command a swarm of ladybugs to eat their way through intricate hexagon block formations and reveal hidden pixel art. HOW TO PLAY - Observe the puzzle board filled with colorful hexagon blocks forming a pixel art shape. - Check your available numbered bug cartridges at the bottom of the screen. - Tap a ladybug cartridges to send it flying towards the board. - The ladybug will consume the outermost hexagon blocks that match its exact color. - Plan your sequence! You must clear the outer layers to access the blocks trapped inside. - Clear the entire board to solve the puzzle and reveal the complete pixel picture. KEY FEATURES - UNIQUE PUZZLE MECHANICS: A refreshing blend of color matching, layer clearing, and pixel art logic. - STRATEGIC GAMEPLAY: Think ahead. You only have a limited number of bug cards to clear the board. Order matters. - SATISFYING VISUALS: Watch the satisfying chain reactions as your bugs devour the hexagon blocks layer by layer. - HUNDREDS OF LEVELS: Progress through increasingly challenging puzzles, from simple shapes to massive, complex pixel art structures. - RELAXING EXPERIENCE: No timers and no stress. Take your time to analyze the board and find the perfect flow. - BRAIN TRAINING: Sharpen your spatial awareness and problem-solving skills while enjoying a calming gameplay loop. Ready to clear the board? Download Hexabug Flow now and start solving the ultimate pixel bug puzzle! If you need help or have any feedback, please contact us at: store@lihuhupublishing.com

Screenshots

Ant Works4 screens
Hexabug Flow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Hexabug Flow at 113 against Ant Works's 1. Hexabug Flow also leads on monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (every 6 days vs fortnightly). Ant Works's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Ant Works sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Hexabug Flow sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Ant Works holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hexabug Flow has 113 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ant Works ships an update fortnightly, Hexabug Flow every 6 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Ant Works versus Hexabug Flow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAnt WorksHexabug Flow
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.7 (113 ratings)
Positive reviews—60.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1113 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size223 MB267 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDave ShworanLIHUHU PUBLISHING PTE. LTD.

Customer experience

Ant Works

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

Hexabug Flow

All ratings111 ratings
Positive91.0%
Neutral5.4%
Negative3.6%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative20.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Ant Works

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$2.99
10 purchases

Hexabug Flow

One-time10
  • Gold pack 1$1.99
  • Treasure Cave offer$1.99
  • Key Challenge offer$1.99
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  • Daily Check-in Offer$5.99
  • Remove Ads$7.99
  • Gold pack 2$7.99
  • Remove Ads offer$7.99
  • Bundle1$9.99
  • Gold pack 3$14.99
  • Bundle 2$19.99

Questions

Is Ant Works free?
Ant Works is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hexabug Flow free?
Hexabug Flow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Ant Works or Hexabug Flow?
Ant Works is rated higher. Ant Works averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Hexabug Flow averages 4.7 from 113 ratings.
Do Ant Works or Hexabug Flow have ads?
Both Ant Works and Hexabug Flow show ads.
Which is updated more often, Ant Works or Hexabug Flow?
Ant Works ships an update fortnightly, and Hexabug Flow every 6 days. Most recently, Ant Works was updated on October 25, 2026 and Hexabug Flow on October 25, 2026.

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