Comparison

Match vs Cat Crunch

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Match

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
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Match-3 Elements is a super fun, free-to-play match-3 puzzle game for the whole family, and is available offline. Match 3 or more elements of the same type to remove them from the board. The game is a mix of Match-3 and chess. Logic is your most powerful weapon in this fun, wonderful game. Solve this puzzle made of 240+ levels spread over 9 different locations: Jungle, Desert, Ice Age, Volcano, Seaside, Magic Forest, Christmas Village, Candyland and Technoworld. Each element is a character with its own personality. There are 6 elements: Fire, Water, Air, Earth, Crystal and Gold. Complete all the levels and get to know them all. This game is fun for all the family - complete levels together! An excellent choice of educational puzzle game for kids. FEATURES: 240+ levels. Stunning music and sounds. 9 locations. Cool elements. Offline mode: you can play for free with no internet For smartphones and tablets New location with an unlimited number of puzzles Family-friendly NO TIME LIMITS You can close or minimize the app at any time, then pick up from where you stopped without losing any progress. MANY LANGUAGES The following languages are fully supported: • English • German • French • Spanish • Portuguese • Japanese • Korean • Italian • Russian NO INTERNET NEEDED Match-3 Elements can be played offline, which makes this colorful game a great way to kill time when you’re on the go! No WiFi - not a problem! NOTICE This game is free-to-play, but it is possible to make in-game purchases while playing. If you have any questions or concerns, contact us at support@openmygame.com. We’re always happy to hear from you. Who knows, maybe your suggestion for improving the game will make it into the next version.

About

Cat Crunch

Engage in a strategic match-3 puzzle adventure with over 4000 levels. Grow your cat, rebuild your home from rodent invaders, and enjoy a relaxing, timer-free gameplay experience with daily quests and powerful boosters.

Highlights
  • Over 4000 engaging levels
  • Cat growth and block matching
  • Home rebuilding and decoration
  • Rat battle defense feature
  • Daily quests for boosters
  • Strategic, timer-free gameplay
Features
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"Welcome to Cat Crunch, a captivating match 3 game where strategy and fun come together in over 4000 levels of feline-themed puzzles. Dive into an immersive world where your goal is not only to match blocks but also to grow your adorable cat, earning combo rewards and unleashing powerful line blasters. With no timer to rush you, each move can be strategic, allowing for a more relaxed yet engaging gameplay experience. In Cat Crunch, your peaceful home has been invaded by mischievous rats, leaving destruction in their wake. It's up to you to rebuild and decorate new spaces, turning chaos back into comfort. But be prepared - these rodents are relentless and will regularly attack, introducing a unique battle feature that adds an exciting twist to traditional match-3 mechanics. Embark on daily quests to earn valuable boosters that will help you on your journey. Whether you're solving one of the thousands of puzzle challenges or defending your home from rodent invaders, Cat Crunch offers endless entertainment. Features: Over 4000 engaging levels with beautiful designs. Grow the cat and match blocks in a unique twist on match-3 gameplay. Rebuild your home and decorate new area after rats invasion. Battle feature to defend against regular rats attack. Earn combo rewards, utilize block blasters, and complete daily quests for boosters. Strategic gameplay with no timer for a relaxed puzzle experience. Join Cat Crunch now and become part of a community that loves puzzles, cats, and creativity. Restore peace to your home and show those rats who's boss, all while enjoying one of the most entertaining match 3 games around. Your adventure starts here! Download now and start swapping for endless fun. Need some help? Visit our support page in the Cat Crunch app or send us a message at contact@yfactorysoft.com."

Screenshots

Match4 screens
Cat Crunch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Match at none against Cat Crunch's shown. Match also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 35%) and rating (4.6 vs 4.2). Cat Crunch's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 25 months) and ratings volume (95 vs 15). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Match sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Cat Crunch sells 43 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Match holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cat Crunch has 95 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Match's written reviews are positive against 35% of Cat Crunch's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Match ships an update every 25 months, Cat Crunch every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Match versus Cat Crunch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMatchCat Crunch
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (15 ratings) — better4.2 (95 ratings)
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews — better35.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1595 — better
Update frequencyEvery 25 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better14.5
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB1.0 GB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOPENMAIGEIM, OOOCorncheesegames

Customer experience

Match

All ratings15 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral6.7%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral16.7%
Negative16.7%

Cat Crunch

All ratings95 ratings
Positive76.8%
Neutral9.5%
Negative13.7%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive35.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative45.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Match

One-time2
  • Hint$0.99
  • Remove Ads$1.99
43 purchases

Cat Crunch

One-time43
  • Surprise Pack$0.99
  • CoinPackage$1.99
  • Challenge$1.99
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  • Coins 1000$1.99
  • Black Friday Pick$2.99
  • HalloweenPack1$2.99
  • Ads Free$2.99
  • Today's Special$2.99
  • Pick One$2.99
  • Kitten Bounty$3.99
  • Valentinue Offer$3.99
  • Starter Bundle$3.99
  • Special Offer$3.99
  • Weekly Treasure$3.99
  • Piggy Bank$4.99
  • Hard Level Offer$4.99
  • Weekly Treasure$5.99
  • Valentinue Offer$5.99
  • Kitten Bundle$5.99
  • Holiday Bonus$5.99
  • Black Friday Pick$5.99
  • HalloweenPack2$5.99
  • Pick One$5.99
  • Valentinue Offer$6.99
  • Level Package 1$6.99
  • Black Friday Pick$6.99
  • HalloweenPack3$6.99
  • Special Offer 6$6.99
  • Pick One$6.99
  • Coins 5000$7.99
  • Black Friday Pick$7.99
  • HalloweenPack4$7.99
  • Pick One$7.99
  • Cat Bundle$9.99
  • Double Pass$9.99
  • Cat Pass$9.99
  • Weekly Treasure$9.99
  • Weekend Offer$9.99
  • Special Offer 9$12.99
  • Paw Bundle$19.99
  • Exclusive Offer$19.99
  • Weekly Treasure$49.99
  • Weekly Treasure$100.99

Questions

Is Match free?
Match is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cat Crunch free?
Cat Crunch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Match or Cat Crunch?
Match is rated higher. Match averages 4.6 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Cat Crunch averages 4.2 from 95 ratings.
Do Match or Cat Crunch have ads?
Cat Crunch shows ads; Match does not.
Which is updated more often, Match or Cat Crunch?
Match ships an update every 25 months, and Cat Crunch every 10 days. Most recently, Match was updated on October 24, 2026 and Cat Crunch on October 27, 2026.

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