# CodeWheel for Minecraft vs MODBOX

The clearest difference is rating: MODBOX at 4.7 against CodeWheel for Minecraft's 4.0. MODBOX also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (406 vs 38). CodeWheel for Minecraft's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MODBOX sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. CodeWheel for Minecraft asks for nothing beyond the download.

MODBOX holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MODBOX has 406 ratings behind it against 38, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 85% of CodeWheel for Minecraft's written reviews are positive against 76% of MODBOX's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

CodeWheel for Minecraft ships an update every 7 months, MODBOX every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CodeWheel for Minecraft | MODBOX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (38 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codewheel-for-minecraft/id892661439/reviews) | **[4.7 (406 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modbox-mods-for-minecraft/id1575546743/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 38 | **406** |
| Positive reviews | **84.6% of reviews** | 75.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 70 MB | 130 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Z Sculpt](https://appshunter.io/developer/348537806) | [Mikhail Halavach](https://appshunter.io/developer/1575546745) |

## What reviewers say

### CodeWheel for Minecraft

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codewheel-for-minecraft/id892661439)

Create secret messages and puzzles within your Minecraft worlds for friends to discover and solve. This app allows you to embed hidden content for a unique multiplayer experience.

**Highlights:** Create secret messages, Design puzzles, Integrate into Minecraft worlds, Share with friends, Multiplayer interaction

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### MODBOX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modbox-mods-for-minecraft/id1575546743)

Easily install mods, skins, buildings, and maps for Minecraft with a single click. Create custom skins and explore a vast library of content for various gameplay styles, from parkour to survival.

**Highlights:** One-click mod installation, Custom skin creator, Extensive map library (Parkour, Survival, PVP), Diverse building options (Houses, Medieval, Redstone), Variety of skins (Boys, Girls, PVP, Movies), Texture packs and shaders, Addons for weapons, animals, and more

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ModBox - Premium | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| ModBox - Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| ModBox - Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| ModBox - Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 So many mods
- 👍 Works legit
- ✨ Amazing app
- 🚀 Changed the way I play
- 🏆 Top tier app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🙄 Too many ads
- 💰 Pay to use app
- 🙄 Watch ads to view mods
- 💰 Need in-game coins to download
- 🙄 Needs money to make skin

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot click out of ads
- Cannot delete the app
- Can't launch texture pack

**Requested features**

- Add more mods


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CodeWheel for Minecraft free?

CodeWheel for Minecraft is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is MODBOX free?

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

### Which has better reviews, CodeWheel for Minecraft or MODBOX?

MODBOX is rated higher. CodeWheel for Minecraft averages 4.0 out of 5 from 38 ratings, while MODBOX averages 4.7 from 406 ratings.

### Do CodeWheel for Minecraft or MODBOX have ads?

MODBOX shows ads; CodeWheel for Minecraft does not.

### Which is updated more often, CodeWheel for Minecraft or MODBOX?

CodeWheel for Minecraft ships an update every 7 months, and MODBOX every 2 weeks. Most recently, CodeWheel for Minecraft was updated on September 15, 2026 and MODBOX on September 21, 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.*