Comparison

MineClear vs Terist Block

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

Head to head
About

MineClear

A classic logic puzzle game where players deduce mine locations based on numbered clues. It offers intuitive touch controls, multiple difficulty levels, and progress tracking, all within an ad-free experience.

Highlights
  • Deduce mine locations with numbered clues
  • Intuitive tap and long-press controls
  • Three difficulty levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
  • Track game statistics and best times
  • Offline play, no internet required
  • Ad-free experience
Features
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**Classic Minesweeper, reimagined for mobile.** Mine Clear is a lightweight, pure, single-player logic game. Deduce the location of mines based on numbers, mark dangerous squares, and reveal all safe areas. With familiar rules and snappy gameplay, every round tests your powers of observation, deduction, and concentration. ## Classic Rules - Reveal all safe squares to win. - Numbers indicate the count of mines in the eight surrounding squares. - The first square revealed—and its immediate surroundings—are always safe. - Long-press a square to place a flag; toggle "flag mode" for faster gameplay. ## Three Difficulty Levels - Beginner: Ideal for first-timers or a quick warm-up. - Intermediate: A larger board requiring more sustained deduction. - Expert: A high-intensity challenge for seasoned players. ## Optimized for Touchscreens - Tap to reveal, long-press to mark—intuitive controls. - Supports question mark markers to temporarily note uncertain squares. - Tap a revealed number to quickly clear adjacent squares. - Pinch-to-zoom for a clear view on screens of any size. ## Track Your Progress The app tracks games played, wins, win rates, and best times for each difficulty level. Data is stored locally on your device, and you can clear your statistics at any time. ## Play Your Way - Supports Chinese and English; automatically follows system language settings. - Sound effects and haptic feedback can be toggled independently. - No registration or internet connection required—just open and play. - Ad-free experience—keep your focus entirely on the board. From the first square to the last, enjoy the satisfaction of clearing the board step by step. Start your next Minesweeper challenge now.

About

Terist Block

Features
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Make space. Find your flow. Terist Block is a block puzzle that turns simple moves into satisfying challenges. Place colorful shapes on an 8 x 8 board, complete rows and columns, and keep enough space for your next move. Easy to learn and rewarding to master, it fits a quick break or a longer puzzle session. SIMPLE CONTROLS, THOUGHTFUL MOVES Choose from three available pieces. Drag a shape onto the board, or tap a piece and then tap the cell where you want to place it. Fill an entire row or column to clear it and earn points. Plan ahead: a round ends when none of your available shapes can fit. CLEAR LINES AND BUILD COMBOS Keep clearing lines on consecutive moves to build your combo and earn bonus points. Look for placements that complete multiple lines while leaving room for larger shapes. Each decision can open up the board or make your next move more challenging. CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE Find your pace with three difficulty settings: - Easy: approachable shapes and gentle score goals. - Normal: a balanced mix of pieces and strategy. - Hard: trickier shapes and higher targets. Reach each level's target score to unlock the next challenge. Earn stars as you progress and see how far your planning can take you. MAKE EVERY ROUND YOUR OWN Work toward your personal best, review recent game results, and return to an unfinished board with the Continue feature. Your puzzle progress and settings are saved on your device, so you can pick up your game again when you are ready. A COMFORTABLE PUZZLE EXPERIENCE Enjoy a clean, colorful board and straightforward controls. Adjust haptic feedback to suit your preference, and choose English or Chinese for the interface. Built-in instructions help you learn the basics and start placing pieces with confidence. Whether you enjoy fitting shapes together, chasing combos, or working through level goals, Terist Block gives you a new reason to think about your next move. Place smart. Clear big. Find your next perfect fit.

Screenshots

MineClear4 screens
Terist Block4 screens

Verdict

The call

MineClear and Terist Block are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
MineClear versus Terist Block: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMineClearTerist Block
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB24 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperHATREM ZORTEMEdward Duncan Hartsell

In-app purchases

None

MineClear

No in-app purchases

None

Terist Block

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MineClear free?
MineClear is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Terist Block free?
Terist Block is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MineClear or Terist Block have ads?
Neither MineClear nor Terist Block shows ads.

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