# PutNumber vs TENS!

The clearest difference is update cadence: PutNumber at weekly against TENS!'s every 4 months. PutNumber also leads on review sentiment (86% vs 61%). TENS!'s advantage is ratings volume (20K vs 279). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PutNumber sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and TENS! sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $5.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PutNumber holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TENS! has 20K ratings behind it against 279, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of PutNumber's written reviews are positive against 61% of TENS!'s.

PutNumber ships an update weekly, TENS! every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | PutNumber | TENS! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (279 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/putnumber-simple-puzzle-game/id989061175/reviews)** | [4.5 (20K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tens/id1248859635/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 279 | **20K** |
| Positive reviews | **85.5% of reviews** | 61.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 103 MB | 270 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [TAKASHI TOKUDA](https://appshunter.io/developer/665848074) | [Kwalee Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/497961736) |

## What reviewers say

### PutNumber

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/putnumber-simple-puzzle-game/id989061175)

Slide and group number blocks to clear them from the board. Strategically place blocks to avoid filling the grid. Offers multiple game modes for different play styles, from relaxed to timed challenges.

**Highlights:** Slide and group number blocks, Erase blocks by gathering numbers, Turn blocks before placing, Score bonuses for multiple erasures, Endless, Timed, and Cursor modes, Brain teaser for mental workout

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ERASE SELECTED NUMBER | $0.99 | one-time |
| REMOVE ADS | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🧠 Great brain exercise
- 🤩 Addictive and fun gameplay
- 👍 Simple yet challenging
- 😌 Relaxing and good for time-killing
- 💡 Multiple play modes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😠 Forced ads during gameplay
- 😤 Unwanted app redirects
- 📉 Frustrating number generation
- ⏳ Long and annoying ads
- 😩 Ads interrupt gameplay flow

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Numbers frozen and unmovable
- Game freezes constantly
- Numbers cannot be dragged to desired positions
- App closes mid-game

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Volume adjustment
- Save function for progress
- Undo button
- Option to choose levels


### TENS!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tens/id1248859635)

Strategically place dice to make ten in this engaging puzzle adventure. Overcome obstacles and use special tiles and boosters to clear the board, beat high scores, and boost your IQ. Enjoy dynamic gameplay across diverse levels with exciting challenges.

**Highlights:** Strategic dice placement to make ten, Dynamic gameplay with level objectives, Diverse levels with various challenges, Special tiles like bombs, Powerful boosters to enhance strategy, Obstacles and blocker tiles

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP MEMBERSHIP | $5.49 | per 7 days |
| Offer coin pile | $0.49 | one-time |
| Life Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small Coin Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Numerical | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Adverts | $1.99 | one-time |
| Expert Mode | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Expert Mode | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads Discount | $2.99 | one-time |
| More Lives | $2.99 | one-time |
| No Ads + Expert Mode | $2.99 | one-time |
| Extra Lives | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Challenging but fun
- 💡 Helpful for improving math skills
- 🤩 Great time waster

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤬 Too many ads, even after paying to remove them
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and technical issues
- 😡 Misleading in-app purchases
- 🙄 Repetitive and boring after a while

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes or resets progress
- Coins/progress disappearing after updates
- Rotation feature not working as expected

**Requested features**

- More adventure levels
- Ability to rotate pieces without watching ads
- Improved save/progress tracking


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PutNumber free?

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

### Is TENS! free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PutNumber or TENS!?

PutNumber is rated higher. PutNumber averages 4.7 out of 5 from 279 ratings, while TENS! averages 4.5 from 20K ratings.

### Do PutNumber or TENS! have ads?

Both PutNumber and TENS! show ads.

### Which is updated more often, PutNumber or TENS!?

PutNumber ships an update weekly, and TENS! every 4 months. Most recently, PutNumber was updated on October 23, 2026 and TENS! on October 23, 2026.

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