# Smash the Code vs Cube Loop Puzzle

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Smash the Code at none against Cube Loop Puzzle's 5. Smash the Code also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (54 vs 4). Cube Loop Puzzle's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 69%) and rating (4.5 vs 4.2). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Smash the Code costs $0.99 and Cube Loop Puzzle $1.99 up front. Cube Loop Puzzle sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Smash the Code asks for nothing beyond the download.

Cube Loop Puzzle holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smash the Code has 54 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Smash the Code's written reviews are positive against 100% of Cube Loop Puzzle's.

Smash the Code ships an update every 2 weeks, Cube Loop Puzzle every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Smash the Code | Cube Loop Puzzle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$0.99** | $1.99 |
| Rating | [4.2 (54 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smash-the-code/id728576360/reviews) | **[4.5 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cube-loop-puzzle/id1291759086/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **54** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 68.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 12 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Piotr Sochalewski](https://appshunter.io/developer/687530224) | [Marcelo Pars](https://appshunter.io/developer/1209823528) |

## What reviewers say

### Smash the Code

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smash-the-code/id728576360)

Test your logic and deduction skills by guessing a secret 4-digit number within 10 tries. Receive clever hints after each guess to help you decipher the code. Play solo to sharpen your mind or challenge a friend in local multiplayer.

**Highlights:** Secret number guessing, Logic and deduction challenges, Single-player mode, Local multiplayer mode, Modern interface, Game Center integration

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Cube Loop Puzzle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cube-loop-puzzle/id1291759086)

A smart puzzle game where you connect cubes of the same color by swiping. It offers easy levels for casual fun and challenging ones to test your intellect. An optional in-app purchase unlocks more games and unlimited hints.

**Highlights:** Connect same-colored cubes, Swipe to turn cubes, Color other cubes by swiping, Easy and hard levels, Unlimited hints (in-app purchase), Additional games (in-app purchase)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Games Hints No Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Donate a coffee | $1.99 | one-time |
| 150 EXTRA LEVELS + UNLIMITED HINTS | $1.99 | one-time |
| Donate an ice cream | $2.99 | one-time |
| Donate a muffin | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Smash the Code free?

Smash the Code costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Cube Loop Puzzle free?

Cube Loop Puzzle costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Smash the Code or Cube Loop Puzzle?

Cube Loop Puzzle is rated higher. Smash the Code averages 4.2 out of 5 from 54 ratings, while Cube Loop Puzzle averages 4.5 from 4 ratings.

### Do Smash the Code or Cube Loop Puzzle have ads?

Neither Smash the Code nor Cube Loop Puzzle shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Smash the Code or Cube Loop Puzzle?

Smash the Code ships an update every 2 weeks, and Cube Loop Puzzle every 6 weeks. Most recently, Smash the Code was updated on October 2, 2026 and Cube Loop Puzzle on September 17, 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.*