# Match vs Solitaire Match 3 Puzzle Game

The clearest difference is ads: Match at none against Solitaire Match 3 Puzzle Game's shown. Match also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 41%) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). Solitaire Match 3 Puzzle Game's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 25 months) and ratings volume (16K vs 15). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Match sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Solitaire Match 3 Puzzle Game sells 17 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Match against 4.7 for Solitaire Match 3 Puzzle Game. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Solitaire Match 3 Puzzle Game has 16K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 67% of Match's written reviews are positive against 41% of Solitaire Match 3 Puzzle Game's.

Match ships an update every 25 months, Solitaire Match 3 Puzzle Game monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Match | Solitaire Match 3 Puzzle Game |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-3-elements/id1161724508/reviews) | **[4.7 (16K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solitaire-match-3-puzzle-game/id1606052733/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 15 | **16K** |
| Positive reviews | **66.7% of reviews** | 41.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 25 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 82 MB | 662 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [OPENMAIGEIM, OOO](https://appshunter.io/developer/788446310) | [MobilityWare](https://appshunter.io/developer/284117362) |

## What reviewers say

### Match

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-3-elements/id1161724508)

A free-to-play match-3 puzzle game blending logic and strategy with over 240 levels across diverse locations. Enjoy offline play and family-friendly fun with no time limits.

**Highlights:** 240+ levels, 9 unique locations, Offline play, No time limits, Family-friendly, Multiple languages supported

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hint | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


### Solitaire Match 3 Puzzle Game

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solitaire-match-3-puzzle-game/id1606052733)

Experience a unique puzzle adventure blending classic solitaire strategy with exciting match 3 gameplay. Swap and match dazzling gems to clear obstacles, complete quests, and collect rewards across thousands of levels in a magical kingdom. Enjoy stunning visuals and satisfying chain reactions.

**Highlights:** Classic solitaire strategy fused with match 3 gameplay, Match dazzling jewels, gems, and candy pieces, Create powerful combos and explosive chain reactions, Progress through thousands of levels in a royal kingdom, Collect boosters and unlock spectacular power-ups, Enjoy stunning 3D visuals and satisfying effects

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

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Jester's Stash | $0.99 | one-time |
| Micro Coin Package | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Exclusive Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Don't Give Up! Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Micro Sale Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Challenge Level Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Small Sale Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Jester's Treasure | $5.99 | one-time |
| Small Coin Package | $7.99 | one-time |
| Jack's Treasure | $9.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coin Package | $14.99 | one-time |
| Queen's Treasure | $19.99 | one-time |
| Jester's Stash | $19.99 | one-time |
| Big Coin Package | $29.99 | one-time |
| King's Treasure | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 No ads
- 👍 Enjoyable game
- 🕹️ Addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Good graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐢 Sluggish movement
- 🎨 Childish icons
- 🔁 Repetitive gameplay
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🔍 Impossible levels without tools

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes and crashes
- Sync issues across devices

**Requested features**

- More side quests to complete
- Ability to buy bulk tool items
- Option to remove ads
- Revert to original graphics and gameplay


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Match free?

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

### Is Solitaire Match 3 Puzzle Game free?

Solitaire Match 3 Puzzle Game is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Match or Solitaire Match 3 Puzzle Game?

Solitaire Match 3 Puzzle Game is rated higher. Match averages 4.6 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Solitaire Match 3 Puzzle Game averages 4.7 from 16K ratings.

### Do Match or Solitaire Match 3 Puzzle Game have ads?

Solitaire Match 3 Puzzle Game shows ads; Match does not.

### Which is updated more often, Match or Solitaire Match 3 Puzzle Game?

Match ships an update every 25 months, and Solitaire Match 3 Puzzle Game monthly. Most recently, Match was updated on September 10, 2026 and Solitaire Match 3 Puzzle Game on September 24, 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.*