Head-to-head
Block Out! vs Color Block
Block Out!
65
Winner
Color Block
Color Block
70
Color Block has a slight edge due to its higher lifetime rating and fewer complaints about gameplay difficulty and forced in-app purchases, despite both apps struggling with ad frequency and originality.
Full reviews: Block Out! · Color Block
Both Block Out! and Color Block are block puzzle games that offer addictive gameplay but are plagued by frequent ads and accusations of being Block Blast copies. Block Out! faces more criticism for its aggressive monetization tactics and frustrating timers, while Color Block's main issues revolve around ad frequency and technical glitches.
Head to head
Block Out! Block Out! is described as fun and addictive, but many users find higher levels impossible to beat without spending money due to strict timers and a lack of lives R1R4R6R13. Some users also complain about the algorithm for power-ups R10 and confusing block placements . However, some find it relaxing and a good brain workout .
Color Block Color Block is generally found fun and relaxing, but some users find it boring after a while or not challenging enough . A common complaint is that the game is a copy of 'Block Blast' and lacks originality . Users also report issues with block placement and getting stuck .
Block Out! Block Out! has mixed reviews regarding ads; some users praise it for having no ads R2R3R17, while others complain about too many ads, especially after a few levels, contradicting its advertising R12R29R40R58. Many users feel pressured to spend money to progress due to high coin costs for continues and limited lives R1R4R6R17.
Color Block Color Block is heavily criticized for its excessive ads, with many users stating ads appear after every round or when running out of space, even after declining to watch an ad for a bonus . Some users who paid for an ad-free version reported ads returning after updates and inability to restore purchases . However, a few users claim to have no ads or minimal ads .
Block Out! Block Out! users report frequent app crashes, leading to frustration and loss of lives R9R24. Some also mention issues with button placement, causing accidental coin spending R15.
Color Block Color Block also suffers from stability issues, with users reporting the game crashing frequently, especially in classic mode or after placing blocks . There are also reports of the app opening and closing tabs/windows on its own and not being fully deletable from devices R73.
Block Out! Block Out! is praised for being fun, addictive, and good for passing time or offline play R5R8R11. However, users dislike the timer, finding it stressful rather than relaxing . Some also complain about waiting for lives R18 and inappropriate names on the leaderboard .
Color Block Color Block is generally seen as fun and relaxing , but many users are frustrated by the lack of updates, new levels, or 'journeys' . Users also wish for more customization options, like changing block colors or backgrounds . Some users feel the game doesn't play as advertised .
Pick Block Out! if
you prefer a game with a timer for a challenge and don't mind potentially paying to bypass difficulty spikes, or if you are lucky enough to experience it without ads R5R8.
Pick Color Block if
you are looking for a relaxing block puzzle game and prioritize a higher lifetime rating, are willing to tolerate frequent ads, or hope to be one of the users who experiences fewer ads .
Evidence note: Both apps are free with in-app purchases. Many negative reviews for both apps stem from the free-tier experience, particularly regarding ad frequency and perceived pressure to pay. Color Block's higher lifetime rating is notable given the strong criticism it receives for ads and being a copycat.
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What reviewers actually said
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- [R1] Block Out! Was Fun - but impossible at higher levels: This game was fun, but nearly impossible to beat on a timer, even using coins to continue play, which are way, way, way too high a cost to continue.
- [R4] Block Out! Not good: It’s impossible to pass a level without paying extra for more time even simple levels
- [R6] Block Out! Impossible to win without spending money: It starts out fun but gets to a point where the levels are impossible to get passed without spending money. Time to look for a different game.
- [R10] Block Out! Stop giving me them damn cards. Make the game fun again: I haven’t gotten a rocket in months. Chanfe the damn algorithim. I don’t care about cards with plants on it. Give me things that will help me win the actual lebel
- [R2] Block Out! No ads: It’s has no ads and I love that
- [R3] Block Out! Block out: I like no ad interruption and not to hard to where you can’t enjoy the game I appreciate that
- [R9] Block Out! Game closes all the time: The game closes all the time. Very frustrating when close to beating a level.
- [R15] Block Out! It’s great game with minor issues: This is a fun and addictive game with great graphics! The biggest problem is the placement of the “continue for 30 seconds” button after you lose. It’s very easy to accidentally spend 900 coins also same issue with the gifts, one wrong slide and hits the time freeze. Pls fix these issues, unless it’s placed intentionally 😈
- [R24] Block Out! Crashes very often: Nice game. App crashes a lot. Loose a life every time this happens. So MEH!
- [R73] Color Block Fun but…: It cannot be deleted from an IPhone once it’s installed. It looks uninstalled but it’s sucking your data sitting in your system & hidden data.
- [R5] Block Out! This game is really fun: This game is really fun. I’m very good for off-line games.
- [R8] Block Out! Download it now: This game is so fun honestly because I’ve been playing this for an hour and I’m still not bored like you just put blocks in the portal and you have to move stuff around it’s just it sounds boring but honestly once you give it a try it’s really addicting❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🌹😃😃😃😃😃🦄
- [R11] Block Out! Block out is so fun: When I downloaded this game i thought it was for kids but when I found out it was as fun and satisfying I learned it’s for everyone.4 stars
- [R18] Block Out! Level 49: So like I’m on level forty nine and I had to wait 24 minutes just because I ran out of lives and it’s not relaxing it’s stressful to get like 1 minute and 15 seconds my fingers hurt and a 4y old should not do this this could damage their fingers this should be 12+ or 9+ Please fix this it should not hurt to play a game .
- [R12] Block Out! Block out: Too many ads.
- [R29] Block Out! Pretty awesome game!: Super fun, I enjoyed this game with some of my family members. We all enjoyed it! Only thing I was annoyed about how in the ad, it said “no ads” but after a few first levels, there were a lot of ads.
- [R40] Block Out! No adds: It says no adds but there is a bunch of adds
- [R58] Block Out! You lied about ads: You lied about ads
- [R17] Block Out! One of the best games! (Two Issues): I really like this game, since it dosen’t features ads that can pop up after each level. It feels like a gem to the mobile game community and I respect that. However, there are two issues. So the first problem is that you need lives in order to play a level, and I don’t want to spend my coins on that. The second issue is the time, just please extent the timer.
- [R13] Block Out! Not enough time: It’s impossible to complete some levels with the amount of time that they give you
- [R16] Block Out! I hate tHis game: To low of a time 2:00
Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store