# Lanterns vs Rivoko

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Rivoko at none against Lanterns's 4. Rivoko also leads on ads (none vs shown). Lanterns's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 4 weeks) and ratings volume (9 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Lanterns sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Rivoko asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Lanterns against 5.0 for Rivoko. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lanterns has 9 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Lanterns ships an update daily, Rivoko every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lanterns | Rivoko |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lanterns-light-up-puzzle/id6802129689/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rivoko/id6809583867/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Daily** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 151 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [10X Ventures LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1477674715) | [paul zogmann](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896571989) |

## What reviewers say

### Lanterns

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lanterns-light-up-puzzle/id6802129689)

A logic puzzle game where you place lanterns to illuminate every tile on the board. Solve over 10,000 unique puzzles with a daily challenge and a cozy, ad-free experience.

**Highlights:** Logic deduction puzzles, Over 10,000 unique rooms, Daily timed challenges, No countdown in campaign mode, Optional in-app purchases, Ad-free experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pouch of Embers | $1.99 | one-time |
| The Gilded Lantern | $2.99 | one-time |
| Satchel of Embers | $4.99 | one-time |
| Chest of Embers | $9.99 | one-time |


### Rivoko

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rivoko/id6809583867)

A turn-based strategy game on a 5x5 board where placing stones flips others. Aim to create lines of four or more to win, but be mindful of your opponent's opportunities. Features solo challenges, local multiplayer, and interactive lessons.

**Highlights:** Turn-based strategy gameplay, 5x5 board with stone flipping mechanics, Five unlockable AI rivals, Local two-player mode, Interactive tutorial lessons, Offline play, Game replay functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lanterns free?

Lanterns is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Rivoko free?

Rivoko is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Lanterns or Rivoko?

Lanterns and Rivoko are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 9 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do Lanterns or Rivoko have ads?

Lanterns shows ads; Rivoko does not.

### Which is updated more often, Lanterns or Rivoko?

Lanterns ships an update daily, and Rivoko every 4 weeks. Most recently, Lanterns was updated on October 24, 2026 and Rivoko on October 7, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*