# Blek vs Shadowmatic

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Blek at none against Shadowmatic's 5. Shadowmatic's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and review sentiment (86% vs 73%). On ratings volume, update cadence, ads and chart position there is nothing between them.

Blek costs $4.99 and Shadowmatic $3.99 up front. Shadowmatic sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Blek asks for nothing beyond the download.

Shadowmatic holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 795 and 2.1K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of Blek's written reviews are positive against 86% of Shadowmatic's.

Blek ships an update every 3 months, Shadowmatic every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Blek | Shadowmatic |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **$3.99** |
| Rating | [4.5 (795 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blek/id742625884/reviews) | **[4.8 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowmatic/id775888026/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 795 | **2.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 73.3% of reviews | **85.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | #73 | **#29** |
| Size | 196 MB | 388 MB |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 | 11.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [kunabi brother GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/712167048) | [TRIADA Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/775888029) |

## What reviewers say

### Blek

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blek/id742625884)

**Currently charting:** #73 Top Paid · Family, #186 Top Paid · Puzzle (US App Store)

This is a minimalist puzzle game that challenges your imagination. Draw a line that collects all colored circles while avoiding obstacles. Discover elegant solutions and enjoy a magical experience as your creations come to life.

**Highlights:** Draw and animate lines, Collect colored circles, Avoid black holes, Multiple solutions per level, Elegant and intuitive design

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Unique and creative concept
- 👍 Relaxing and challenging gameplay
- 🚀 Simple yet elegant design
- 👍 No ads or in-app purchases

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and compatibility issues
- 🔊 Annoying sound effects
- 👎 Lack of instructions/tutorials
- 👎 Repetitive and gets boring over time

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when trying to save screenshots
- Compatibility issues on larger screens
- Line disappears randomly during gameplay

**Requested features**

- Add more levels and content
- Implement a level select or skip option
- Add sound/music controls
- Improve UI and controls


### Shadowmatic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowmatic/id775888026)

**Currently charting:** #29 Top Paid · Family, #66 Top Paid · Puzzle (US App Store)

Rotate abstract objects in a spotlight to cast recognizable silhouettes. Explore unique environments with captivating music and stunning visuals. Discover unexpected shapes and solve mind-bending puzzles.

**Highlights:** Rotate abstract objects, Create recognizable silhouettes, Stunning visuals, Relaxing gameplay, Unique thematic environments, Assistant button for hints

**Features:** iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pack of 20 Hint-Points | $0.99 | one-time |
| "Other Worlds" chapter | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 50 Hint-Points | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 150 Hint-Points | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 500 Hint-Points | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Unique and creative gameplay
- 👍 Relaxing and calming experience
- 🎨 Beautiful graphics and visuals
- 🧠 Challenging puzzles that exercise the mind
- 🎶 Soothing background music

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Precision issues with controls, especially for complex puzzles
- 🤔 Unclear objectives at times, making it difficult to understand what the desired solution is
- ⏱️ Frustration when getting stuck on a puzzle for a long time
- 👀 Difficult for left-handed players due to the positioning of the controls

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes or freezes on certain devices, especially newer iPad models
- Progress not saving properly, causing players to lose progress

**Requested features**

- More levels and new puzzle types to keep the game fresh
- Ability to save progress and resume puzzles
- Option to mirror the game screen for left-handed players
- Hints that provide more useful guidance, not just the final solution


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Blek free?

Blek costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Shadowmatic free?

Shadowmatic costs $3.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Blek or Shadowmatic?

Shadowmatic is rated higher. Blek averages 4.5 out of 5 from 795 ratings, while Shadowmatic averages 4.8 from 2.1K ratings.

### Do Blek or Shadowmatic have ads?

Neither Blek nor Shadowmatic shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Blek or Shadowmatic?

Blek ships an update every 3 months, and Shadowmatic every 2 months. Most recently, Blek was updated on September 23, 2026 and Shadowmatic on September 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Blek or Shadowmatic?

Blek currently peaks at #73 in the App Store charts, and Shadowmatic at #29. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*