Comparison

Shape Fever vs Sand Explorer

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

Head to head
About

Shape Fever

Features
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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 returns—simple, 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: — Smooth line feedback that makes every action feel responsive; — Challenges paced just right, perfect for a quick break or a longer immersive session; — 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?

About

Sand Explorer

Engage in a puzzle game where you clear sand art by matching colors. Strategically select buckets and send them onto a conveyor belt to fill them with the correct sand colors, revealing the artwork layer by layer. Limited space requires careful planning to avoid crowding your queue.

Highlights
  • Tap-to-play color matching
  • Satisfying sand-flow effects
  • Limited queue space for planning
  • Playful pixel-style sand art
  • Relaxing rhythm with thoughtful challenge
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Plan Buckets. Clear Sand Art. Every sand picture hides a smart little puzzle. Study the colors, choose a bucket, and send it onto the belt. When the colors match, sand pours into the bucket and the picture clears away layer by layer. The controls are simple, but the order matters. Belt space is limited, and the wrong choice can crowd your queue. Look ahead, plan each move, and collect every color to complete the artwork. FEATURES • Simple tap-to-play color matching • Smooth, satisfying sand-flow effects • Limited queue space that rewards planning • Playful pixel-style sand pictures • New color combinations and layouts as you progress • A relaxing rhythm with a thoughtful challenge Plan the order and let the colors flow. Your next sand picture is waiting.

Screenshots

Shape Fever4 screens
Sand Explorer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Shape Fever at none against Sand Explorer's 10. Shape Fever also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Sand Explorer's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence 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. Sand Explorer sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Shape Fever asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shape Fever ships an update every 8 days, Sand Explorer every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Shape Fever versus Sand Explorer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShape FeverSand Explorer
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (45 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—45 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 daysEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size244 MB191 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShycheeseTDD

In-app purchases

None

Shape Fever

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Sand Explorer

One-time10
  • 1000 Gold$1.99
  • Explorer’s Treasure$3.99
  • Medium Bundle$5.99
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  • 5000 Gold$5.99
  • Epic Pack$9.99
  • 10000 Gold$11.99
  • Legendary Bundle$19.99
  • 25000 Gold$29.99
  • 50000 Gold$54.99
  • 100000 Gold$99.99

Questions

Is Shape Fever free?
Shape Fever is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sand Explorer free?
Sand Explorer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Shape Fever or Sand Explorer have ads?
Shape Fever shows ads; Sand Explorer does not.
Which is updated more often, Shape Fever or Sand Explorer?
Shape Fever ships an update every 8 days, and Sand Explorer every 5 days. Most recently, Shape Fever was updated on October 31, 2026 and Sand Explorer on October 31, 2026.

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