# Overpaint vs Cubesc

The clearest difference is ads: Overpaint at none against Cubesc's shown. Overpaint also leads on ratings volume (133 vs 16). Cubesc's advantage is rating (4.2 vs 3.8) and review sentiment (81% vs 62%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Overpaint sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Cubesc sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Cubesc holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Overpaint has 133 ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of Overpaint's written reviews are positive against 81% of Cubesc's.

Overpaint ships an update every 5 weeks, Cubesc monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Overpaint | Cubesc |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (133 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/overpaint/id888697127/reviews) | **[4.2 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cubesc/id1257397785/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **133** | 16 |
| Positive reviews | 61.9% of reviews | **81.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 16 MB | 216 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Landka](https://appshunter.io/developer/450345696) | [Cagri Gecin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1194665177) |

## What reviewers say

### Overpaint

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/overpaint/id888697127)

This game challenges you to match colored squares with circles by dragging and dropping. Create new colors by overlapping squares. It offers a relaxing yet engaging puzzle experience with unique levels and interesting color facts.

**Highlights:** Drag-and-drop color matching, Color mixing by overlapping squares, 225 unique moving puzzles, 100 color facts, Simple and clean design, Challenging gameplay

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Refill lives | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock gate | $0.99 | one-time |
| +3 moves | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lives forever | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Beautiful color-mixing puzzle concept
- 🎵 Relaxing and enjoyable music
- 😌 No ads or minimal monetization
- 🧩 Engaging puzzle gameplay
- 🎯 Simple yet challenging mechanics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes on startup
- 🐛 Game crashes after closing mid-level
- 🐛 Crashes when running out of lives
- ☝️ Notification center interference on top screen
- ⏸️ Game progress not saved to Game Center

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes immediately after pressing play button
- App crashes when closing mid-level and reopening
- App crashes after running out of hearts/lives
- Level 45 yellow bar doesn't reach far enough
- Level 66 yellow cannot cover bottom circle

**Requested features**

- More levels beyond current maximum
- Undo move functionality
- Ability to earn lives through gameplay
- Larger interaction area away from notification shade
- Seamless level transitions


### Cubesc

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cubesc/id1257397785)

Guide a character and their teddy bear through a dark, gothic world by solving mind-bending puzzles. Explore dynamic levels, uncover secrets, and defeat the darkness with intelligence. Experience a unique minimalist puzzle adventure with stunning 3D visuals and atmospheric music.

**Highlights:** 60 distinct and difficult levels, Dark and gothic concept, Minimalist puzzle design, 3D graphics and visuals, Atmospheric music, Interactive puzzles

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Overpaint free?

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

### Is Cubesc free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Overpaint or Cubesc?

Cubesc is rated higher. Overpaint averages 3.8 out of 5 from 133 ratings, while Cubesc averages 4.2 from 16 ratings.

### Do Overpaint or Cubesc have ads?

Cubesc shows ads; Overpaint does not.

### Which is updated more often, Overpaint or Cubesc?

Overpaint ships an update every 5 weeks, and Cubesc monthly. Most recently, Overpaint was updated on October 12, 2026 and Cubesc on October 11, 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.*