# Switchy Sides vs Match & Sort 3D

The clearest difference is ads: Switchy Sides at none against Match & Sort 3D's shown. Switchy Sides also leads on review sentiment (61% vs 34%) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 11.0). Match & Sort 3D's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (1.5K vs 61). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Switchy Sides sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Match & Sort 3D sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Match & Sort 3D holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Match & Sort 3D has 1.5K ratings behind it against 61, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 61% of Switchy Sides's written reviews are positive against 34% of Match & Sort 3D's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Switchy Sides ships an update every 5 weeks, Match & Sort 3D every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Switchy Sides | Match & Sort 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (61 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/switchy-sides/id1124073720/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-and-sort-3d/id1515994805/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 61 | **1.5K** |
| Positive reviews | **61.3% of reviews** | 34.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 59 MB | 105 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 11.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [tastypill](https://appshunter.io/developer/1022434729) | [AppTout](https://appshunter.io/developer/650869462) |

## What reviewers say

### Switchy Sides

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/switchy-sides/id1124073720)

Test your reflexes and accuracy in this fast-paced avoidance game. Tap to switch sides and dodge obstacles, collecting stars to unlock new characters. With challenging levels and an endless mode, you might find yourself hopelessly addicted.

**Highlights:** Tap to switch sides, Avoid obstacles, Collect stars, Unlock special characters, 52 challenging levels, Endless play mode

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


### Match & Sort 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-and-sort-3d/id1515994805)

Engage in a captivating puzzle game where you search for hidden objects and match them to their designated boxes. Strategically sort household items and pack them for shipping, all while racing against the clock. Test your sorting and packing skills in this brain-teasing challenge.

**Highlights:** Find hidden objects, Match items to boxes, Sort household items, Pack items for shipping, Time-based puzzles, Use powerups

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 500 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| 920 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $5.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Super Bundle | $5.99 | one-time |
| 2,000 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Mega Bundle | $12.99 | one-time |
| 4,350 Coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| Premium Bundle | $24.99 | one-time |
| 9,350 Coins | $39.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Bundle | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and addictive game
- 💡 Enjoyable sorting mechanic
- 🚀 Bright and colorful visuals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Too many ads
- 🔒 Issues with ad removal purchase
- ⏱️ Strict time limits can be frustrating
- 🐛 Crashes and progress loss issues

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezing and crashing
- Progress being reset unexpectedly
- Ads not being removed after purchase

**Requested features**

- Slower game speed option
- In-game shop to spend earned money
- Improved box sizing to fit items better


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Switchy Sides free?

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

### Is Match & Sort 3D free?

Match & Sort 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Switchy Sides or Match & Sort 3D?

Match & Sort 3D is rated higher. Switchy Sides averages 4.3 out of 5 from 61 ratings, while Match & Sort 3D averages 4.6 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do Switchy Sides or Match & Sort 3D have ads?

Match & Sort 3D shows ads; Switchy Sides does not.

### Which is updated more often, Switchy Sides or Match & Sort 3D?

Switchy Sides ships an update every 5 weeks, and Match & Sort 3D every 2 weeks. Most recently, Switchy Sides was updated on September 18, 2026 and Match & Sort 3D on September 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*