Comparison

Shadow vs 2 A Pair

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

Head to head
About

Shadow

A retro-style puzzle game featuring thousands of unique geometric puzzles. Drag, rotate, and flip pieces to complete abstract designs or recognizable objects. Offers a relaxing yet challenging experience for all ages with optional hints.

Highlights
  • Thousands of unique 2D puzzles
  • Retro-style geometric art
  • Drag, rotate, and flip pieces
  • Abstract and recognizable designs
  • Hints available for challenging puzzles
  • Suitable for all ages
Features
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A fun and challenging retro-style puzzle game. Relax and enjoy thousands of unique 2D puzzles ranging in size from one to eight pieces. Each distinct puzzle is a work of art constructed from a unique set of eight trapezoidal and triangular geometric shaped pieces. The smaller two and three piece puzzles are great for entertaining the kids with a healthy activity, while the larger seven and eight piece puzzles offer the serious geek a challenge like no other. Most designs are abstract while many depict recognizable objects like people, animals, letters and symbols. Simply drag pieces from the bottom, then rotate and flip them into the perfect positions. Shadow is no ordinary block or jigsaw puzzle game. With so many puzzles to choose from, and the FREEDOM TO MOVE throughout the game, there are options for everyone. Smaller puzzles can be easy while larger puzzles may seem impossible - - but hints are available. In addition to playing Shadow for the fun of it, research has shown puzzles are beneficial for adults and children alike. Increased memory, enhanced problem solving skills, improvement in visual-spatial reasoning, better mood and heightened IQ can all result from spending time completing puzzles. With Shadow you never have to suffer through an advertisement or unwanted notification. It's a completely free app and our revenue is derived strictly from the sale of puzzle packs and hints. Enjoy!

About

2 A Pair

This is a card matching game designed to test memory and strategic thinking. Players flip cards to find pairs, race against time, and can utilize power-ups to gain an advantage. It offers various game modes and difficulty levels for a brain-teasing challenge.

Highlights
  • Card matching gameplay
  • AI opponents
  • Player vs Player mode
  • Special power-ups
  • Multiple difficulty levels
  • Time Attack mode
  • Score tracking
Features
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2 a pair: The Ultimate Card Matching Challenge! Test your memory skills with Memory Master - the beautifully designed card matching game that challenges your brain with strategic gameplay and stunning visuals. Flip cards, find pairs, and race against time in this premium memory challenge! FEATURES: Multiple Game Modes: Play against intelligent AI opponents (Rookie, Pro, Master difficulty) Challenge friends in Player vs Player mode on the same device Adaptive Difficulty: 4 Deck Sizes: Easy (6 pairs), Medium (10 pairs), Hard (15 pairs), Expert (26 pairs) Increasing time pressure as you advance Special Power-Ups: Peek: Briefly reveal hidden cards Shuffle: Rearrange unmatched cards Extra Time: Add precious seconds to the clock Competitive Gameplay: Score tracking with streak multipliers Turn-based mechanics with player indicators Detailed match statistics and final scores Premium Visual Experience: Elegant casino-inspired card designs Smooth card flip animations Professional UI with intuitive controls Dynamic player panels with status indicators Time Attack Mode: Race against the countdown timer Strategic time management decisions Last-second comebacks with Extra Time power-up HOW TO PLAY: Choose game mode and difficulty Flip cards to find matching pairs Use power-ups strategically Beat your opponent's score before time runs out Unlock higher difficulties as you improve Whether you're a casual player looking to exercise your memory or a competitive gamer seeking the ultimate challenge, Memory Master offers endless brain-teasing fun with its sophisticated AI opponents and beautifully crafted gameplay. Challenge your mind. Master your memory. Download now! This description highlights: The core gameplay mechanics from your code The visual polish and premium design Key features like AI opponents and power-ups The cognitive challenge aspect Multiple difficulty levels and game modes The competitive scoring system

Screenshots

Shadow4 screens
2 A Pair3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 2 A Pair at none against Shadow's 11. 2 A Pair also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Shadow's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (69 vs 2). On price, review sentiment, update cadence 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. Shadow sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. 2 A Pair asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

2 A Pair holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shadow has 69 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shadow ships an update every 6 weeks, 2 A Pair monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Shadow versus 2 A Pair: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShadow2 A Pair
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (69 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings69 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperInternational Petroleum Museum & Exposition, Inc.Ronald Green

Customer experience

Shadow

All ratings69 ratings
Positive94.2%
Neutral4.3%
Negative1.4%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

2 A Pair

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Shadow

One-time11
  • 20 Hints Pack$0.99
  • 100 Pack - 3$1.99
  • 100 Pack - 5$1.99
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  • 100 Pack - 1$1.99
  • 100 Pack - 2$1.99
  • 100 Pack - 4$1.99
  • 100 Pack - 6$1.99
  • 750 Pack - 3$9.99
  • 750 Pack - 1$9.99
  • 750 Pack - 5$9.99
  • 750 Pack - 2$9.99
None

2 A Pair

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Shadow free?
Shadow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 2 A Pair free?
2 A Pair is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Shadow or 2 A Pair?
2 A Pair is rated higher. Shadow averages 4.8 out of 5 from 69 ratings, while 2 A Pair averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Shadow or 2 A Pair have ads?
2 A Pair shows ads; Shadow does not.
Which is updated more often, Shadow or 2 A Pair?
Shadow ships an update every 6 weeks, and 2 A Pair monthly. Most recently, Shadow was updated on October 16, 2026 and 2 A Pair on October 10, 2026.

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