# Overpaint vs Colorma

The clearest difference is rating: Colorma at 4.9 against Overpaint's 3.8. Colorma also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks) and review sentiment (77% vs 63%). Overpaint's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Overpaint sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Colorma sells 17 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Colorma holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Colorma has 1.2K ratings behind it against 133, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of Overpaint's written reviews are positive against 77% of Colorma's.

Overpaint ships an update every 5 weeks, Colorma every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Overpaint | Colorma |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (133 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/overpaint/id888697127/reviews) | **[4.9 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/colorma/id6471999662/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 133 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 62.9% of reviews | **76.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 16 MB | 124 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Landka](https://appshunter.io/developer/450345696) | [Logisk Studio Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/796814064) |

## 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


### Colorma

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/colorma/id6471999662)

This puzzle game tests your color perception and creativity. Place tiles to create gradients and solve intricate challenges on unique grids. It offers hundreds of levels with vibrant visuals and calming soundtracks for both beginners and masters.

**Highlights:** Hundreds of unique levels, Place color tiles, Create stunning gradients, Intricate grid challenges, Vibrant visuals, Relaxing soundtracks

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 15 Hints | $2.29 | one-time |
| 30 Hints | $3.79 | one-time |
| Hex Level Packs | $3.99 | one-time |
| Buy Me a Coffee | $3.99 | one-time |
| 60 Hints | $4.99 | one-time |
| Buy Me a Coffee | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $7.99 | one-time |
| Square Level Packs | $7.99 | one-time |
| Special Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |
| Hex Level Packs | $7.99 | one-time |
| Treat Me to Lunch | $7.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Hints | $9.99 | one-time |
| Treat Me to Lunch | $9.99 | one-time |
| Special Bundle | $14.99 | one-time |
| Support a Coding Session | $14.99 | one-time |
| Fund My Future Projects | $19.99 | one-time |
| Join the Hall of Fame | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌈 Beautiful color gradients
- 🧠 Challenging yet satisfying puzzles
- 🎨 Visually stunning design
- 🕰️ Relaxing and calming experience
- 💎 Addictive gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Lack of detailed statistics/progress tracking
- 💰 Concerns about ads and in-app purchases
- 🔄 Levels can be repetitive
- 🔌 Crashes and compatibility issues

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when trying to continue or choose a level
- Inability to get clues/hints to pass certain levels

**Requested features**

- More color palettes and level variety
- Data/progress sync across devices
- Detailed level completion stats
- Ability to replay completed levels


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Overpaint free?

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

### Is Colorma free?

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

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

Colorma is rated higher. Overpaint averages 3.8 out of 5 from 133 ratings, while Colorma averages 4.9 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do Overpaint or Colorma have ads?

Colorma shows ads; Overpaint does not.

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

Overpaint ships an update every 5 weeks, and Colorma every 2 weeks. Most recently, Overpaint was updated on September 23, 2026 and Colorma on September 23, 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.*