# PlanetDetonator vs Cube Match 3D

The clearest difference is rating: Cube Match 3D at 4.9 against PlanetDetonator's 1.0. Cube Match 3D also leads on ratings volume (6.3K vs 1) and iOS requirement (11 vs 15.6). PlanetDetonator's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PlanetDetonator sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Cube Match 3D sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Cube Match 3D holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cube Match 3D has 6.3K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

PlanetDetonator ships an update monthly, Cube Match 3D every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PlanetDetonator | Cube Match 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/planetdetonator/id1217409563/reviews) | **[4.9 (6.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cube-match-3d-tap-master/id1586954190/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **6.3K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 24.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 145 MB | 187 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **11** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Little Family Games LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/856827947) | [Unickie Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1591362578) |

## What reviewers say

### PlanetDetonator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/planetdetonator/id1217409563)

Protect the planet by tapping asteroids and missiles before they reach it. Progress through 50 increasingly challenging levels with faster objects. Utilize helpful detonators and power-ups to aid in survival.

**Highlights:** Tap to destroy asteroids and missiles, 50 challenging levels, Increasing difficulty with speed and size, Detonator power-ups, Asteroid slowing and size-increasing features

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Slow Motion for 1 Day | $2.99 | one-time |
| Zoom for 1 Day | $2.99 | one-time |
| Slow Motion for 7 Days | $7.99 | one-time |
| Zoom for 7 Days | $7.99 | one-time |


### Cube Match 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cube-match-3d-tap-master/id1586954190)

Engage in a 3D tile matching puzzle game where you tap and match identical cubes to solve increasingly complex boards. Strategize your moves, utilize power-ups, and race against the clock to clear thousands of levels and become a cube master.

**Highlights:** 3D tile matching, Rubik's cube solver puzzles, Thousands of levels, Power-up usage, Time-based challenges, Strategic move planning

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Piggy Bank | $0.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer Bundle | $0.99 | one-time |
| Limited  package | $1.99 | one-time |
| 500 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 1800 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove ADS | $5.99 | one-time |
| Master Bundle | $6.99 | one-time |
| Super Cube | $8.99 | one-time |
| 4000 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 10000 Coins | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and challenging game
- 🧠 Helps improve memory
- 🕹️ Addictive gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤬 Too many ads interrupting gameplay
- 🐛 Frequent freezing and crashing issues
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 💰 Aggressive monetization tactics

**Reported bugs**

- Ads getting stuck and preventing gameplay
- Levels not loading or progressing properly
- Purchased ad-free version not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Option to disable timer and play at own pace
- More variety in cube designs and levels
- Ability to sync progress across devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PlanetDetonator free?

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

### Is Cube Match 3D free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PlanetDetonator or Cube Match 3D?

Cube Match 3D is rated higher. PlanetDetonator averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Cube Match 3D averages 4.9 from 6.3K ratings.

### Do PlanetDetonator or Cube Match 3D have ads?

Cube Match 3D shows ads; PlanetDetonator does not.

### Which is updated more often, PlanetDetonator or Cube Match 3D?

PlanetDetonator ships an update monthly, and Cube Match 3D every 2 weeks. Most recently, PlanetDetonator was updated on November 2, 2026 and Cube Match 3D on November 3, 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.*