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Candy Crush Saga vs Brain Test 2

Candy Crush Saga 4.7★ · Free + IAP 65
Winner Brain Test 2
Brain Test 2 4.8★ · Free + IAP 75

Pick Brain Test 2 for a more engaging and less ad-heavy experience.

While both games are popular and fun, Brain Test 2 offers a more challenging gameplay experience with fewer complaints about ads compared to Candy Crush Saga. Users appreciate the unique puzzles in Brain Test 2, while Candy Crush faces significant criticism for its ad overload and monetization tactics.

Head to head

features edge: Brain Test 2R5R12R61R65
Candy Crush Saga Candy Crush Saga features a large number of levels and a colorful design but is criticized for its heavy reliance on ads and microtransactions.
Brain Test 2 Brain Test 2 offers unique puzzles that challenge players' thinking, making it more engaging despite some bugs.
ease of use edge: Brain Test 2R6R15R63R72
Candy Crush Saga Candy Crush Saga is easy to pick up but can be frustrating due to constant ads and pop-ups that disrupt gameplay.
Brain Test 2 Brain Test 2 is generally straightforward to navigate, though some users report bugs that can hinder progress.
reliability edge: Brain Test 2R28R49R63R100
Candy Crush Saga Candy Crush Saga has frequent complaints about crashes and freezing, especially during gameplay.
Brain Test 2 Brain Test 2 also has bugs, but users report fewer issues with crashes compared to Candy Crush.
price/value edge: Brain Test 2R3R43R66R85
Candy Crush Saga Candy Crush Saga is free but heavily monetizes through in-app purchases and ads, leading to frustration among users.
Brain Test 2 Brain Test 2 is also free with in-app purchases, but users feel it offers better value and less aggressive monetization.
support edge: Brain Test 2R57R60R105R115
Candy Crush Saga Users of Candy Crush Saga express dissatisfaction with the support related to ads and game issues.
Brain Test 2 Brain Test 2 users report some issues but seem to have more positive interactions overall.
Pick Candy Crush Saga if

you enjoy casual puzzle games with a lot of levels and don't mind ads.

Pick Brain Test 2 if

you prefer a more unique puzzle experience with fewer ads and a focus on creative problem-solving.

Evidence note: Candy Crush Saga has a larger volume of negative reviews focused on ads and monetization, while Brain Test 2's complaints are more about gameplay mechanics and bugs.

Frequently asked

Is Candy Crush Saga free?
Yes, Candy Crush Saga is free to play with in-app purchases, but many users find the ads intrusive and the game often pushes for purchases to progress.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R5] Candy Crush Saga 5/5 · US So you mf will stop asking me: Candy Crush is still a fun and addictive puzzle game with plenty of levels and satisfying gameplay. It’s easy to pick up and play for a few minutes or get lost in for much longer. The biggest downside is the constant pop-up ads and promotional offers. It feels like every time you finish a level, open the game, or return to the main screen, you’re hit with another of
  2. [R12] Candy Crush Saga 3/5 · US It’s okay but…: I like playing the game but the gyrations you have to go through between the comments keyed level and the next level is ridiculous. Layer after layer of add-ons, potential purchases, etc make playing the simple game a burden. Sometimes it takes twice as long to access the next level as it does to play it. There are other similar games that don’t force players to do nearly as much.
  3. [R61] Brain Test 2 1/5 · US It’s just bad: I got this game because I liked the old one but all this game does is fat shame people. The game makes it look like being bigger than other people is bad. And it’s targeted to kids so that doesn’t really help. It’s also slow paced and boring. Also this is not meant to be taken personally i am very extremely sorry if this hurt you on any way. I just have these feelings towards it bec
  4. [R65] Brain Test 2 5/5 · US I love this game!!!😍: I feel like this game is great for kids my age because it shows a different way of thinking, I love how there are a lot of levels so kids can’t get bored! I totally recommend this game, it makes kids think differently. Plus it is free!!! GET THIS GAME NOW!!!
  5. [R6] Candy Crush Saga 3/5 · US Too many ads: Said it all in the title
  6. [R15] Candy Crush Saga 3/5 · US Fun but so annoying: Every once in a while I will open candy crush and think oh this is fun why did I stop playing? Then I am bombarded with enough pop ups to give me a stroke. Thus I close the ap. This time I’m uninstalling ✌🏻
  7. [R63] Brain Test 2 3/5 · US Run, but a few bugs.: This is one of the funnest games EVER. Unfortunately, however, there are a few bugs. One is on a level where you need to drag barrels, you move them to the correct position, but they just move back, wasting valuable time. Please fix this!
  8. [R72] Brain Test 2 3/5 · US What is this? I thought it was fun?!?: I agree with people who don’t like adds because I am one of those. I hate that after you finish a round you go to an add. I also have a big brain so I work through these quick. But when it starts to get higher my brain gives up and I need to get lightbulbs to get hints. And the adds on this game don’t work so I go to another story to get either the wheel or m
  9. [R28] Candy Crush Saga 1/5 · US Awful: Crashes every time I play on every level and waist my power ups and lives. And yes I’m running on the most current version
  10. [R49] Candy Crush Saga 1/5 · US Candy crash: System crashes a lot especially when you make are play for more than 30 minutes or streak is high. You lose everything and have to start with nothing again. No compensation for system crash.
  11. [R100] Brain Test 2 2/5 · US It’s ok: It is not the best app but it is fun. It is not the best app because you will tap and tap and tap and tap and tap and tap and tap and then something will finally happen. It is just very glitchy and has lots of ads. It’s super fun, but it’s not fun when it has a bunch of apps and it always glitches because you’ll be clicking and clicking and then finally it will work but it’s just kind of
  12. [R3] Candy Crush Saga 3/5 · US El stinky but good.: Very nice character design , good to pass time, but I will always hate the constant push for micro transactions and paywalls- “watch an ad to replay!” Its annoying it’s a shame that candy crush has succumbed to this level too
  13. [R43] Candy Crush Saga 2/5 · US Fed up!: After years of playing this game it has become seriously un fun lately, I’ve gone through some times before where it has been bad, but this is the worst! Every level takes days or weeks to get through and they have removed the chance for extra moves by watching ads. I guess the goal is to force me to use up my gold bars to win, but I only use them when there is a chance of winning somethi
  14. [R66] Brain Test 2 3/5 · US Ads Ads And Ads: I really enjoy this game because it super fun and relaxing but the ads after every level are annoying and interrupting I also don’t like the ads because they sometimes are inappropriate or repetitive after watching the same ad a ton of times I hope they remove them or change them to interesting ads like ironically brain test originally hope you understand
  15. [R85] Brain Test 2 1/5 · US Don’t download: There are so many adds every time you finish a level and it’s a waste of time don’t download
  16. [R57] Candy Crush Saga 3/5 · GB Sort out your ads: Once again you produced an ad that failed and I lost some very important rewards because I had to restart. I have complained about your ads that freeze before. Do you take any notice. PLEASE SORT OUT YOUR ADS WHICH SPOIL THE ENJOYMENT OF A GOOD GAME.
  17. [R60] Candy Crush Saga 3/5 · GB Why bother with updates: fix the adverts that cost rewards and keep locking my phone up!: I used to enjoy the app, but recent versions hang during adverts (of which there are a lot that are 30 seconds long..) in the reward segment, and also kick you out of the game if you have to leave the screen to do other stuff (like answer the phone). All these things cause you to lose your hard-won rewards.
  18. [R105] Brain Test 2 3/5 · US Ad Removal Scams: I paid 4.99 for 1000 bulbs and ad removals and they do not remove the ads. Do not fall for the sale, the ads will not go away.
  19. [R115] Brain Test 2 1/5 · US Forced to watch ads to progress: I think the game is fun and cute but there are moments where I have been FORCED to watch ads or I could not progress. Literally just now while playing Agent Smith, I have to reveal a bald guy with a scar on his eye and I was able to figure out how to blow the wig away with the fan but I could NOT figure out how to find the scar on the eye. I tried EVERYTHING, I tri
  20. [R1] Candy Crush Saga 1/5 · US Ads: I am ready to cancel this game! Stop the long and stupid ads. I don’t want anything that you are advertising! They freeze up my iPad, and don’t give me my boosts!!!

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store