# Fixum vs Monument Valley 3

The clearest difference is rating: Monument Valley 3 at 4.8 against Fixum's 4.1. Monument Valley 3 also leads on ratings volume (4.1K vs 36) and chart position (#96 vs unranked). Fixum's advantage is iOS requirement (5.1.1 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Fixum sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Monument Valley 3 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Monument Valley 3 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Monument Valley 3 has 4.1K ratings behind it against 36, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 77% and 77% positive.

Fixum ships an update every 3 weeks, Monument Valley 3 every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fixum | Monument Valley 3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (36 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fixum/id829487130/reviews) | **[4.8 (4.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monument-valley-3/id6443563379/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 36 | **4.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 77.0% of reviews | **77.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#96** |
| Size | 45 MB | 555 MB |
| Requires iOS | **5.1.1** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [James Porter](https://appshunter.io/developer/510269440) | [ustwo games](https://appshunter.io/developer/297468910) |

## What reviewers say

### Fixum

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fixum/id829487130)

This addictive puzzle game challenges you to switch and spin patterned tiles to match a solution design. Explore over 1600 unique levels across 28 episodes, with daily challenges and multiplayer duels. Improve your cognitive skills while enjoying a constantly expanding puzzle experience.

**Highlights:** Switch and spin patterned tiles, Match solution designs, 28 episodes with 1600+ levels, Daily challenges with rewards, Online multiplayer duels, Improve cognitive skills

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| set of 10 Timeout Boosters | $0.99 | one-time |
| set of 10 Extra Moves Boosters | $0.99 | one-time |
| set of 10 No-Color Boosters | $0.99 | one-time |
| set of 10 No-Spin Boosters | $0.99 | one-time |
| set of 10 Mismatch Second Chance Boosters | $0.99 | one-time |
| set of 10 Lights-On Boosters | $0.99 | one-time |
| set of 2 Level Skip boosters | $0.99 | one-time |
| booster to Permanently Cancel All Timers | $2.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Lives Booster | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bulk Purchase of Selected Boosters | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Challenging puzzles
- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 💡 Variety of game modes
- 🎨 Great visuals
- 🧠 Mentally stimulating

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 💰 Aggressive in-app purchases
- 🕰️ Restrictive time limits
- 🤯 Frustrating controls
- 🤖 Unresponsive developers

**Reported bugs**

- Spotlight mode not working
- Levels not loading properly
- Freezing and crashing issues
- Incorrect tile rotation

**Requested features**

- Undo/replay option
- Improved matchmaking for Duel mode
- More frequent level updates
- Syncing across devices
- Option to disable ads


### Monument Valley 3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monument-valley-3/id6443563379)

**Currently charting:** #96 Top Free · Adventure (US App Store)

Embark on a new puzzle adventure guiding a young apprentice through a world of shifting architecture and rising tides. Solve mind-bending puzzles by defying perspective and reshaping structures. Explore beautiful environments and unlock a captivating expansion with a single in-app purchase.

**Highlights:** Solve mind-bending puzzles, Defy perspective and twist gravity, Explore beautiful, shifting environments, Guide Noor on a new voyage, Unlock Garden of Life expansion

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Full Game | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fixum free?

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

### Is Monument Valley 3 free?

Monument Valley 3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Fixum or Monument Valley 3?

Monument Valley 3 is rated higher. Fixum averages 4.1 out of 5 from 36 ratings, while Monument Valley 3 averages 4.8 from 4.1K ratings.

### Do Fixum or Monument Valley 3 have ads?

Neither Fixum nor Monument Valley 3 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Fixum or Monument Valley 3?

Fixum ships an update every 3 weeks, and Monument Valley 3 every 2 weeks. Most recently, Fixum was updated on September 30, 2026 and Monument Valley 3 on September 30, 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.*