Comparison

Bubble Arrow vs Shapegram

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

Head to head
About

Bubble Arrow

Features
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Bubble Arrow is a free-to-play social bubble-popping platform packed with arcade games, real-time PvP, character chats, and monthly rewards. ARENA — MONTHLY LEADERBOARD Compete head-to-head in real time. Top players each month earn exclusive Arena rewards. The leaderboard resets monthly so every player gets a fair shot. ARCADE — 10+ GAMES Solo and PvP arcade games including Paddle Battle, Four in a Row, Checkers, Rock Paper Scissors, Reaction Race, and more. VIP LOUNGE Meet Lloyd, Jives, Adder, and Raphael. Play Shuffleboard, Chess, take quizzes, and unlock progression as you build VIP respect. REAL-TIME CHAT Chat with bubbles you meet in the Arena. The HANG handshake unlocks private chat sessions. ULTIMATE UNLOCK A one-time purchase that unlocks every character, every game, every customisation, and bypasses all. The complete Bubble Arrow experience. CUSTOMISE YOUR BUBBLE Earn Respect Points (RP) and arrows through gameplay to unlock skins, backgrounds, and custom bubble designs. RAPHAEL'S SANCTUARY A calm space with breathing exercises and affirmation cards when you need a break. Bubble Arrow is anonymous-friendly — your identity is your bubble, not your name. Auto-generated bubble names keep things light and private. Free to download. Free to play. Optional in-app purchases.

About

Shapegram

A unique logic grid puzzle that combines geometry and mathematics. Solve grids by filling shapes entirely or leaving them empty, matching target numbers for rows and columns. Enjoy a relaxing, offline brain-training experience with a minimalist design.

Highlights
  • Innovative shape-filling gameplay
  • Relaxing, no-timer atmosphere
  • Offline play support
  • Minimalist design with haptic feedback
  • Brain training and IQ enhancement
Features
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Shapegram is a logic puzzle with a fresh twist: every grid is split into irregular colored shapes, and you decide which ones to fill. HOW TO PLAY • Tap a shape to fill it completely, tap again to empty it. • The numbers on the top and on the left tell you how many squares must be filled in that row or column. The small circle shows how many separate shape parts they are split into. • Use X mode to mark the shapes that must stay empty. • Every mistake costs a heart, so think before you tap. Stuck? Use a hint. GAME MODES • Levels: from small relaxing grids to tough 9x9 boards, the difficulty grows as you do. • Daily Challenge: a brand-new puzzle every day. Finish it to earn monthly trophies and fill your trophy cabinet. • Special Challenge: a different twist where you drag every piece to its place on the board. FEATURES • Hundreds of puzzles, from relaxing small grids to tough 9x9 boards • Daily Challenge: a new puzzle every day, plus monthly trophies to collect • Special Challenge: drag every piece to its place • Collect shape cards and complete your collection • No timers and no pressure: play at your own pace • Works offline, anywhere you go • Clean minimalist design with satisfying haptic feedback WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT • Clues light up when a row or column is complete • A short tutorial teaches the rules in a minute • Hide the grid background in the settings for an even cleaner look TIPS • Compare rows and columns together: a shape often crosses both. • When a clue is complete, mark every other shape in that line with X. • Start where the numbers leave the least room for doubt. If you enjoy Nonograms, Sudoku, Kakuro or number puzzles, you will feel right at home, with a twist you have never seen before. Perfect for a quick break, a long trip or a relaxed evening. Download Shapegram and give your brain a new kind of puzzle.

Screenshots

Bubble Arrow4 screens
Shapegram4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Shapegram at none against Bubble Arrow's 5. Shapegram also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 weeks). Bubble Arrow's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Bubble Arrow sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Shapegram asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bubble Arrow ships an update every 6 weeks, Shapegram every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Bubble Arrow versus Shapegram: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBubble ArrowShapegram
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB324 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperBen AlbistonGianluca De Mare

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Bubble Arrow

One-time5
  • 5 Arrows$0.99
  • 15 Arrows: Starter Pack$1.99
  • 20 Arrows$2.99
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  • 50 Arrows$3.99
  • Ultimate Unlock$29.99
None

Shapegram

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Bubble Arrow free?
Bubble Arrow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Shapegram free?
Shapegram is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Bubble Arrow or Shapegram have ads?
Shapegram shows ads; Bubble Arrow does not.
Which is updated more often, Bubble Arrow or Shapegram?
Bubble Arrow ships an update every 6 weeks, and Shapegram every 3 days. Most recently, Bubble Arrow was updated on October 31, 2026 and Shapegram on November 5, 2026.

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