2048+# vs Squares
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
2048+#
Experience a challenging number puzzle game with larger grids and multiple new tiles per move. Compete for high scores and sync your progress across Apple devices. Offers an extended gameplay experience beyond the classic 2048.
- Multiple grid sizes (4x4 to 12x12)
- Multiple new tiles per move
- iCloud data storage
- Cross-device sync (iPhone, iPad, Apple TV)
- Apple Watch version available
- Undo functionality
Read full descriptionHide full description
12X12 10x10 8x8 6x6 4x4 (different number of new tiles) It's more than 2048, so just call it 2048+# "+" means not only 4X4 , it means more; "#" means not only one new tile , it means more; so just call it 2048+# You can store your data with iCloud! Sync with iPad and iPhone also Apple TV! Apple watch version is also available！ Now the highest score of the game is over 15.x billion points !! Thanks for this long-time player! You can select more tiles to play , and get higher score! WARNING:iCloud only stores ONE record. We only stores ten steps for undo in the game! 4X4 ->1 new tile 6X6 ->2 new tiles 8X8 ->3 new tiles 10X10 ->3 new tile 12X12 ->3 new tiles Email support: cocos2dee@gmail.com
Squares
Experience a fresh take on the bubble shooter genre with simple, clear rules. This game combines elements of bubble shooters, line matching, and Tetris for a unique puzzle challenge.
- New bubble shooter gameplay
- Clear and simple rules
- Mix of Bubble Shooter, Lines, and Tetris
- Puzzle challenge
Read full descriptionHide full description
Dear players, In this game we've tried to realize something new in Bubble Shooter genre (but with very clear and simple rules). Squares - Match 3 Game is the newest mix of Bubble Shooter, Lines and Tetrix. Try it now on your iPod, iPhone or iPad. Thank you for your attention.
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: 2048+# at 4.7 against Squares's 4.1. 2048+# also leads on ratings volume (2.6K vs 305) and review sentiment (79% vs 67%). Squares's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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
Both are free to download. 2048+# sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Squares asks for nothing beyond the download.
2048+# holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 2048+# has 2.6K ratings behind it against 305, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of 2048+#'s written reviews are positive against 67% of Squares's.
| Parameter | 2048+# | Squares |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (2.6K ratings) — better | 4.1 (305 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 78.5% of reviews — better | 67.4% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2.6K — better | 305 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 7.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 志荣 杨 | Svetlana Gladkikh |
Customer experience
2048+#
Squares
User reviews
2048+#
From 2.6K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Addictive and fun gameplay
- 🎨 Customizable themes and grid sizes
- ⏱️ Ability to resume games later
- 💰 Good value for a free app
Room to improve
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Difficulty progressing past high scores
- 💸 Aggressive monetization with ads and limited undos
Squares
From 305 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 😌 Relaxing and calming gameplay
- 🎮 Addictive match-3 mechanics
- 👨👩👧👦 Suitable for all ages
- ⏱️ Great time-killer for waiting
- 🧠 Requires strategic thinking
Room to improve
- 📢 Excessive and intrusive ads
- 🔊 Loud ad audio disruptions
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- ⚠️ iOS compatibility issues
- 🚫 App closes immediately on launch
Bugs and requests
2048+#
Reported bugs
3 issues- Tiles disappearing after long playthroughs
- Inconsistent behavior when resuming games
- Compatibility issues on older devices
Requested features
4 requests- More theme and color options
- Additional game modes and challenges
- Improved performance and stability
- Better cloud sync and progress saving
Squares
Reported bugs
6 issues- App crashes on iPad after iOS updates
- Incompatible with iOS 15.2.1 and later versions
- App closes immediately upon opening
- Crashes on iPhone 12 and newer devices
- Game stops working after system updates
Show 1 moreShow fewer
- Forced sound on ads despite volume settings disabled
Requested features
7 requests- Ad-free premium purchase option
- Difficulty levels for competitive play
- Brighter block colors
- In-game bonus levels at score milestones
- Adjustable ad placement (banner instead of pop-ups)
Show 2 moreShow fewer
- Color customization options
- Progressive difficulty scaling
In-app purchases
2048+#
- 10 Undos$0.99
- Remove Ads$1.99
Squares
No in-app purchases
