# Bold Moves vs Three Match

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Bold Moves at 13K against Three Match's 707. Bold Moves also leads on chart position (#130 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bold Moves sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Three Match sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Three Match holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bold Moves has 13K ratings behind it against 707, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 57% and 57% positive.

Bold Moves ships an update every 5 weeks, Three Match monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bold Moves | Three Match |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bold-moves/id1146601414/reviews) | **[4.6 (707 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/three-match-match-3-game/id1483024460/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 707 |
| Positive reviews | 56.5% of reviews | **56.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#130** | — |
| Size | 750 MB | 284 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.2 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [RED GAMES CO, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1456007507) | [Tiny Tactics](https://appshunter.io/developer/1437516563) |

## What reviewers say

### Bold Moves

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bold-moves/id1146601414)

**Currently charting:** #130 Top Grossing · Word (US App Store)

This game combines match-3 mechanics with word puzzles and inspirational quotes. Match colored tiles to collect letters, break obstacles, and solve phrases to discover motivational messages. Earn rewards, progress through levels, and enjoy a relaxing yet challenging experience.

**Highlights:** Match 3 color puzzles, Collect letter tiles, Solve phrases, Unlock inspirational quotes, Earn rewards and boosters, Progress through chapters, Limited-time events

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Fistful of Gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Small Sale Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pile of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Small Featured Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Medium Sale Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Medium Combo Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Cup of Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Medium Featured Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Large Combo Pack | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎉 Fun & Challenging
- 👍 Great game
- 💡 Inspirational and beautiful quotes
- 🌟 Relaxing and fun
- 🌟 Vibrant and perfect 10/10

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤑 Ad scam with automatic ads and paywall
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 💰 Expensive with too many ads and in-app purchases
- 🤯 Levels too difficult and frustrating
- 🤔 Disappearing gems and progress issues

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezing and crashing
- Loading issues and getting stuck at certain levels
- Losing progress and accumulated boosters
- Inconsistent performance across updates

**Requested features**

- Ad-free version for purchase
- More levels and new content updates
- Better explanation of booster functionality
- Ability to undo moves
- Improved daily reward system


### Three Match

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/three-match-match-3-game/id1483024460)

Engage in a classic match-3 puzzle adventure with a culinary twist. Swap and match items to clear levels, unlock and build beautiful restaurants worldwide, and overcome fun obstacles with boosters. Compete in tournaments and join teams for endless fun.

**Highlights:** Swap and match 3 items, Build and upgrade restaurants, Explore food around the world, Overcome challenging obstacles, Use cool boosters, Compete in tournaments, Play offline

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Offer Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Fistful of coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Offer Pack 3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Offer Pack 4 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pouch of coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Offer Pack 5 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Combo Pack 1 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Bucket of coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Offer Pack 10 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Combo Pack 2 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Barrel of coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| Combo Pack 3 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Combo Pack 4 | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Relaxing gameplay
- 💡 Cute baker character
- 🚀 Enjoyable matching game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent ad interruptions
- ⏱️ Timed levels can be stressful
- 🔋 Music can't be turned off permanently

**Reported bugs**

- Sounds settings don't stay off
- Rewards/offers not working as expected

**Requested features**

- More new levels added regularly
- Ability to turn off music/sounds permanently


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bold Moves free?

Bold Moves is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Three Match free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Bold Moves or Three Match?

Three Match is rated higher. Bold Moves averages 4.5 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Three Match averages 4.6 from 707 ratings.

### Do Bold Moves or Three Match have ads?

Both Bold Moves and Three Match show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bold Moves or Three Match?

Bold Moves ships an update every 5 weeks, and Three Match monthly. Most recently, Bold Moves was updated on November 3, 2026 and Three Match on October 23, 2026.

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