# Blackbox vs GeoGuessr

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Blackbox at 93% against GeoGuessr's 25%. Blackbox also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (109K vs 32K). GeoGuessr's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 9 days) and chart position (#2 vs #31). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Blackbox sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and GeoGuessr sells 24 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Blackbox holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 109K and 32K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of Blackbox's written reviews are positive against 25% of GeoGuessr's.

Blackbox ships an update every 9 days, GeoGuessr every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Blackbox | GeoGuessr |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (109K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blackbox/id962969578/reviews)** | [4.5 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geoguessr/id1049876497/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **109K** | 32K |
| Positive reviews | **92.6% of reviews** | 25.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #31 | **#2** |
| Size | 209 MB | 228 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | +4 | +12 |
| Developer | [Shapes and Stories LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/962969577) | [GeoGuessr AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/975384517) |

## What reviewers say

### Blackbox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blackbox/id962969578)

**Currently charting:** #31 Top Free · Trivia, #46 Top Grossing · Trivia (US App Store)

This puzzle game challenges you to solve intricate problems without touching the screen. It utilizes minimalistic visual cues, sonic interfaces, and haptic feedback to guide you through unique challenges that require thinking outside the box. Discover a new way to interact with your device and prove your cleverness.

**Highlights:** Touchless gameplay, Minimalistic visual clues, Sonic interfaces, Haptic feedback, External puzzle solving, Easter eggs

**Features:** Family Sharing, iMessage stickers

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tiny Hint Pack | $1.19 | one-time |
| Small Hint Pack | $2.39 | one-time |
| Erudite Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Push Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Coffee for Ryan | $4.49 | one-time |
| Basic Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Hint Pack | $5.00 | one-time |
| All Knowing Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Large Hint Pack | $10.00 | one-time |
| Extra Large Hint Pack | $20.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Unique and creative gameplay
- 🤔 Challenges users to think outside the box
- 😄 Humorous and witty comments
- 🔑 Utilizes phone features in innovative ways

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤯 Extremely challenging puzzles
- 💰 Expensive for additional content
- 🤖 Concerns about app accessing device permissions
- 🚗 Puzzles requiring travel/location are inaccessible for some

**Reported bugs**

- Hints not working as expected
- Progress reset after app update

**Requested features**

- Add ability to earn hint credits through watching ads
- Include more free puzzles
- Improve accessibility for users with limited mobility
- Provide better guidance and instructions for puzzles


### GeoGuessr

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geoguessr/id1049876497)

**Currently charting:** #2 Top Grossing · Trivia, #12 Top Free · Trivia (US App Store)

This geography game challenges you to guess real-world locations by exploring street-level imagery. Use clues to identify your position, compete with friends, and learn about the world. Unlock new content and features through in-app purchases and subscriptions.

**Highlights:** Guess real-world locations, Explore street-level imagery, Compete with friends, Collect landmarks, Unlock new maps and modes, Customize avatar

**Features:** Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (24)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GeoGuessr Pro Monthly | $3.49 | per month |
| Pro Mobile | $6.99 | per month |
| Unlimited | $6.99 | per month |
| Pro Unlimited | $6.99 | per month |
| Pro Unlimited | $6.99 | per month |
| Elite | $10.99 | per month |
| GeoGuessr Pro Yearly | $23.99 | per year |
| Pro Mobile | $47.90 | per year |
| Pro Unlimited | $47.90 | per year |
| Unlimited | $47.90 | per year |
| Elite | $71.99 | per year |
| 3 Guesses | $0.29 | one-time |
| 5 Tickets | $0.99 | one-time |
| Explorer Tickets | $0.99 | one-time |
| Mobile Coins small | $0.99 | one-time |
| 10 Tickets | $1.49 | one-time |
| 6h Infinite Tickets | $1.99 | one-time |
| Small Coin Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| A small amount of coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Mobile Coins Large | $2.99 | one-time |
| Large amount of coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Value bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Explorer Tickets | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun and addictive game
- 📚 Helps learn geography
- 👍 Elegant and simple design
- 🌍 Interesting way to explore the world

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paywall for full access
- 🕰️ Limited free games per day
- 🐛 Glitches and crashes
- 🗺️ Repetitive locations
- 🤖 Inaccurate pin placement

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes and crashes
- Compass doesn't work correctly
- Inability to move in certain locations
- Incorrect country/location identification

**Requested features**

- Add more diverse map locations
- Bring back single-player mode
- Implement save/resume game feature
- Allow custom map creation
- Add a 'go back' button


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Blackbox free?

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

### Is GeoGuessr free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Blackbox or GeoGuessr?

Blackbox is rated higher. Blackbox averages 4.8 out of 5 from 109K ratings, while GeoGuessr averages 4.5 from 32K ratings.

### Do Blackbox or GeoGuessr have ads?

Neither Blackbox nor GeoGuessr shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Blackbox or GeoGuessr?

Blackbox ships an update every 9 days, and GeoGuessr every 3 days. Most recently, Blackbox was updated on October 26, 2026 and GeoGuessr on October 26, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Blackbox or GeoGuessr?

Blackbox currently peaks at #31 in the App Store charts, and GeoGuessr at #2. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*