# Cogs

> Family

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id351841075](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id351841075)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id351841075`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Lazy 8 Studios
- **Category:** Family
- **Rating:** 4.60 / 5 (33 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.0.12
- **Last updated:** 2025-10-29
- **First published:** 2010-01-27
- **Size:** 93 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/cogs/id351841075)
- **Website:** [http://www.cogsgame.com](http://www.cogsgame.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.lazy8studios.com/cogs\_privacy\_policy](http://www.lazy8studios.com/cogs_privacy_policy)

## Description

Cogs is a multi-award-winning puzzle game where players build increasingly complex machines using sliding tiles 3D. Originally launched in 2009, we completely remastered Cogs from the ground up in 2025 to look beautiful on modern phones and tablets.

"One of the highest quality puzzle games we've seen." – PocketGamer
"The visual design and imagination of the game are stunning, with great attention to detail, and the sound effects are downright enticing." – Adrenaline Vault
"A masterpiece visually, as well with the actual gameplay." – AppAdvice

INVENTOR MODE
Starting with simple puzzles, players are introduced to the widgets that are used to build machines — gears, pipes, balloons, chimes, hammers, wheels, props, and more.

TIME CHALLENGE MODE
If you finish a puzzle in Inventor Mode, it will be unlocked here. This time, it will take fewer moves to reach a solution, but you only have 30 seconds to find it.

MOVE CHALLENGE MODE
Take your time and plan ahead. Every tap counts when you only get ten moves to find a solution.

## Rankings

- #204,866 — Overall

## Review summary

Players praise Cogs for engaging, brain‑teasing puzzles and a distinctive steampunk aesthetic, finding it addictive with good replay value. However, many reviews cite pricing/IAP concerns, a lack of restore purchases, and limited content relative to cost. A few report launch problems. Overall, strong concept and presentation, but value and stability are inconsistent.

### Pros

- Engaging, brain-stimulating puzzles that are consistently challenging.
- Steampunk-inspired visuals, art, and sound that feel cohesive and polished.
- Addictive gameplay with substantial free content and strong replay value.
- Indie charm and a creative overall concept with cohesive vision.

### Cons

- Perceived paywall and in-app purchases gate many levels; the 'free' label is seen as misleading.
- No reliable restore purchases option, causing frustration when re-downloading or changing devices.
- Not enough content for the price; too few levels and limited replay value.
- Occasional launcher issues or the game failing to open on some devices.

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