Smash the Code vs Bicolor
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Smash the Code
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.
- Secret number guessing
- Logic and deduction challenges
- Single-player mode
- Local multiplayer mode
- Modern interface
- Game Center integration
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Think you can crack the code? Prove it in Smash the Code! Inspired by the classic Mastermind™ and the timeless Bulls and Cows game, Smash the Code challenges your logic, memory, and deduction skills in a fresh, modern take. Your mission? Guess the secret 4-digit number in just 10 tries. After each attempt, you’ll get clever hints to guide your next move—can you decipher the code before time runs out? Play solo to sharpen your mind or challenge a friend in local multiplayer—either turn-by-turn or side-by-side on iPads. It’s quick to learn, endlessly replayable, and incredibly satisfying. Why you’ll love Smash the Code: • Classic code-breaking gameplay with a sleek modern twist • Single-player and local multiplayer (hot-seat or simultaneous on iPads) • Beautifully designed with full support for all devices and Dark Mode • Integrated with Game Center: unlock achievements and climb the leaderboards • No ads, no distractions—just pure puzzle fun Whether you're a strategy fan or just love a good brain teaser, Smash the Code will keep you coming back for “just one more game.” Ready to take on the challenge?
Bicolor
A minimalist puzzle game with 240 handmade levels, each featuring only two colors. Test your skills with this unique and visually striking challenge.
- Minimalist design
- 240 handmade levels
- Two-color puzzles
- Challenging gameplay
- Beautiful visuals
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50% off Bicolor for a limited time as part of the App Store Indie Games promotion! --------------------------------------- App Store Best of 2014! --------------------------------------- Bicolor is a beautiful and minimalist puzzle game featuring 240 handmade levels. Each of them is made of only two colors! Are you ready for this new challenge?
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Bicolor at 4.7 against Smash the Code's 4.2. Bicolor also leads on review sentiment (98% vs 69%) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 54). Smash the Code's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On ads 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
Smash the Code costs $0.99 and Bicolor $1.99 up front. Bicolor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Smash the Code asks for nothing beyond the download.
Bicolor holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bicolor has 1.2K ratings behind it against 54, 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 98% of Bicolor's.
Smash the Code ships an update every 2 weeks, Bicolor every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Smash the Code | Bicolor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 — better | $1.99 |
| Rating | 4.2 (54 ratings) | 4.7 (1.2K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 68.8% of reviews | 97.6% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 54 | 1.2K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Piotr Sochalewski | 1Button SARL |
Customer experience
Smash the Code
Bicolor
Bugs and requests
Smash the Code
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Bicolor
Reported bugs
2 issues- Occasional crashes or freezes
- Chapter/level progression bugs
Requested features
3 requests- More levels and content updates
- Ability to save/resume progress
- Hint system or tutorial improvements
In-app purchases
Smash the Code
No in-app purchases
Bicolor
- Pack of 10 Paint Buckets$0.99
Questions
Is Smash the Code free?
Is Bicolor free?
Which has better reviews, Smash the Code or Bicolor?
Do Smash the Code or Bicolor have ads?
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