# Bubble Match ! vs Forest Rescue Bubble POP 2

The clearest difference is update cadence: Bubble Match ! at every 2 weeks against Forest Rescue Bubble POP 2's every 2 months. Bubble Match ! also leads on iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.6). Forest Rescue Bubble POP 2's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.7). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bubble Match ! sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Forest Rescue Bubble POP 2 sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Forest Rescue Bubble POP 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 135 and 65 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of Bubble Match !'s written reviews are positive against 88% of Forest Rescue Bubble POP 2's.

Bubble Match ! ships an update every 2 weeks, Forest Rescue Bubble POP 2 every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bubble Match ! | Forest Rescue Bubble POP 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (135 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bubble-match/id1067198627/reviews) | **[4.9 (65 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forest-rescue-bubble-pop-2/id1564157705/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **135** | 65 |
| Positive reviews | 82.4% of reviews | **87.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 99 MB | 217 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AE Mobile](https://appshunter.io/developer/990503605) | [Qublix](https://appshunter.io/developer/597486104) |

## What reviewers say

### Bubble Match !

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bubble-match/id1067198627)

Embark on an exciting ocean adventure filled with colorful bubbles and unique challenges. Match and pop bubbles to defeat monsters and explore diverse islands. Enjoy a free-to-play experience with optional in-game purchases.

**Highlights:** Ocean adventure with pirate, monkey, and parrot, Explore diverse islands like Thunder Island and Underwater World, Encounter various ocean creatures and defeat bosses, Free and easy to play, challenging to master, Extra challenge mode for endless rewards, Connect with friends on Facebook

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1st time buy package | $0.99 | one-time |
| Thanksgiving package 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 20 gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| 32 gems | $2.99 | one-time |
| 55 gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| 120 Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| 255 Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| 680 Gems | $49.99 | one-time |
| 1480 Gems | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 😊 Highly addictive and engaging gameplay
- 🎮 Fun and entertaining bubble shooter mechanics
- 🎨 Cute graphics and charming pirate theme
- ⭐ Challenging levels that keep players engaged
- 📖 Interesting story elements and characters

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive power-ups and in-app purchases
- 😤 Difficulty spikes requiring paid upgrades
- 🔧 Game crashes and won't open after updates
- 📱 Compatibility issues with older devices
- 🎮 Some levels feel impossible without purchases

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes after recent updates (October 2016)
- iPad compatibility issues, especially iPad Air and iPad 2
- Game freezes when victory animation plays
- Game won't open or launch at all
- Game closes unexpectedly during gameplay

**Requested features**

- Notification system for new level releases
- More frequent diamond sales
- Challenge mode improvements with earned points usage
- Extended aim line feature for all level types
- Better customer support accessibility


### Forest Rescue Bubble POP 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forest-rescue-bubble-pop-2/id1564157705)

Embark on a classic arcade bubble-popping adventure to save a forest and its inhabitants. Match three or more bubbles of the same color to blast them away, solve puzzles, and rebuild a village. Enjoy daily challenges and exciting power-ups in this skill-driven quest.

**Highlights:** Hundreds of bubble popping levels, Match 3 puzzle mechanics, Daily events and challenges, Fun power-ups, Village rebuilding and character interaction, Skill-driven gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Sale 6 | $0.99 | one-time |
| New User Deal | $1.99 | one-time |
| VIP Sale 7 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Small Coin Package | $4.99 | one-time |
| Seasonal Sale 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| VIP Sale 8 | $4.99 | one-time |
| VIP Sale 1 | $5.99 | one-time |
| VIP Sale 9 | $6.99 | one-time |
| ExSale1 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coins Package | $9.99 | one-time |
| Seasonal Sale 2 | $9.99 | one-time |
| VIP Sale 10 | $9.99 | one-time |
| ExSale2 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Large Coin Package | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bubble Match ! free?

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

### Is Forest Rescue Bubble POP 2 free?

Forest Rescue Bubble POP 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Bubble Match ! or Forest Rescue Bubble POP 2?

Forest Rescue Bubble POP 2 is rated higher. Bubble Match ! averages 4.7 out of 5 from 135 ratings, while Forest Rescue Bubble POP 2 averages 4.9 from 65 ratings.

### Do Bubble Match ! or Forest Rescue Bubble POP 2 have ads?

Neither Bubble Match ! nor Forest Rescue Bubble POP 2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bubble Match ! or Forest Rescue Bubble POP 2?

Bubble Match ! ships an update every 2 weeks, and Forest Rescue Bubble POP 2 every 2 months. Most recently, Bubble Match ! was updated on October 22, 2026 and Forest Rescue Bubble POP 2 on October 21, 2026.

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