Comparison

Stackbound vs MeowShelf

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

Head to head
About

Stackbound

Features
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Stackbound is the block puzzle that finally gives you a reason to keep playing. Drop blocks on a 10x10 grid, clear rows and columns, and chain combos for huge scores - then turn every game into a roguelike run. Every few line clears you draft one of three relics: refill cleared columns, triple every fifth clear, bank gold, and dozens more that stack into wild combos. Survive deep enough and a boss floor appears, bending the rules with locked cells, shorter racks, or score taxes you have to play around. No two runs feel the same. A daily seeded run gives everyone the same board, so you can chase the top of your local leaderboard. Between runs, persistent meta progress unlocks new relics and grid skins that carry forward - the deck of possibilities grows the more you play. FEATURES - 10x10 block puzzle with satisfying row and column clears - Roguelike runs: draft relics, build synergies, push your score - Boss floors every ten floors that change how you play - Daily seeded challenge with a local leaderboard - Persistent meta unlocks: new relics and grid skins - Endless mode for a relaxed score chase - One-handed portrait play, dark mode, and Dynamic Type support - Play free, or unlock Premium once to remove ads forever and open every skin and bonus relic slot Free to play with optional ads. Go Premium with a single one-time purchase - no subscriptions.

About

MeowShelf

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Put every book in order—and give your mind a little room to breathe. MeowShelf is a cozy bookshelf logic puzzle where you arrange colorful books into complete series while a cheerful cat keeps you company. Simply drag a book to move it, then think ahead to make every volume fit. The rules are easy to learn, but each tidy shelf delivers a satisfying little challenge. HOW TO PLAY • Drag books from one shelf to another. • Arrange matching colors in volume order: 1, 2, 3, and beyond. • Need more room? Place one book in the temporary cart below. • A completed series locks automatically. Double-tap it to unlock and rearrange. • Tidy every shelf to clear the stage. WHY YOU'LL LOVE MEOWSHELF • 100 stages that gradually grow more challenging • Logic built around book thickness, shelf width, and series length • Step-by-step guidance for new players • No timer—play at your own pace • No ads and no in-app purchases • No account or internet connection required • Progress saved automatically on your device • Made for both iPhone and iPad • Available in English, Japanese, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, and French Perfect for a quick break or a longer brain-teasing session, MeowShelf turns sorting into a calm, satisfying routine. Tidy every bookshelf and celebrate each win with your adorable cat companion.

Screenshots

Stackbound4 screens
MeowShelf4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MeowShelf at none against Stackbound's 1. MeowShelf also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). On price 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. Stackbound sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MeowShelf asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 1 level
Stackbound versus MeowShelf: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStackboundMeowShelf
PriceFreeFree
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB93 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChristian PedersenTatsuya Kawauchi

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Stackbound

One-time1
  • Stackbound Lifetime$4.99
None

MeowShelf

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Stackbound free?
Stackbound is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MeowShelf free?
MeowShelf is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Stackbound or MeowShelf have ads?
Stackbound shows ads; MeowShelf does not.

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