# iMagicSquare vs Magic square (Play & Learn!)

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iMagicSquare at 100% against Magic square (Play & Learn!)'s 0%. Magic square (Play & Learn!)'s advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 14.1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iMagicSquare sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Magic square (Play & Learn!) sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iMagicSquare | Magic square (Play & Learn!) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 17 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.1 | **9.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [丽娜 夏](https://appshunter.io/developer/1084968330) | [UNI-TY INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/433109975) |

## What reviewers say

### iMagicSquare

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imagicsquare/id792626327)

This game offers a unique twist on classic Sudoku puzzles. It challenges players to arrange numbers in rows, columns, and diagonals so they all add up to a specific 'Magic Sum'. Enjoy a fresh logic puzzle experience.

**Highlights:** Magic Sum puzzles, Row, column, and diagonal sums, 9x9 grid challenges, Classic puzzle gameplay, Unique Sudoku variation

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| You will pay to remove ads. | $0.99 | one-time |


### Magic square (Play & Learn!)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-square-play-and-learn/id850210709)

This educational app challenges users to fill in a grid so that the sum of numbers in each row, column, and diagonal is the same. It offers customization options for puzzle colors and includes hidden challenges for advanced players. Compete with friends or improve your own score through mental calisthenics.

**Highlights:** Fill number grids for equal sums, Vertical, horizontal, and diagonal sums, Customizable puzzle colors, Hidden challenges, Score tracking and leaderboards, Mental calisthenics

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| remove ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| remove the restriction of a playing number | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iMagicSquare free?

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

### Is Magic square (Play & Learn!) free?

Magic square (Play & Learn!) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do iMagicSquare or Magic square (Play & Learn!) have ads?

Both iMagicSquare and Magic square (Play & Learn!) show ads.

### Which is updated more often, iMagicSquare or Magic square (Play & Learn!)?

iMagicSquare ships an update every 3 months, and Magic square (Play & Learn!) every 3 months. Most recently, iMagicSquare was updated on October 20, 2026 and Magic square (Play & Learn!) on October 6, 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.*