Comparison

UP 9 vs Same 101

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

Head to head
About

UP 9

This addictive puzzle game challenges you to merge numbered hexagons on a grid. Stack and combine pieces to reach the number 9, strategically managing space to avoid filling the board. Enjoy brain-training fun with unlimited play and no time limits.

Highlights
  • Slide numbered hexagons onto a grid
  • Stack same numbers to merge
  • Rotate pieces before dropping
  • Reach the number 9
  • Unlimited reloads
  • No time limits
  • Play offline
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Up 9 is the most addicting new puzzle game! Simply slide up numbered hexagons on the honey grid. Stack the same numbers to merge them up to 9. Be smart when you stack pieces. The grid can get filled up very easily. Up 9 is a fun and exciting block merge game, and you can play continuously for free! It is a simple puzzle game that will challenge you, while also training your brain. HOW TO PLAY • Drop hexagon numbers onto the honey grid • Tap an item to rotate your game piece before dropping it. • Form a higher number by merging three or more pieces of the same number. • 9 is the final number, which is quite interesting. Try merging three 9’s and see what happens. FEATURES • Fun and easy to learn. • Unlimited reloads, NO TIME LIMITS. • Challenge your friends with your score. • Play offline anytime. • Eye-friendly colors. Enjoy playing! To opt out of CrazyLabs sales of personal information as a California resident, please visit the settings page within this app. For more information visit our privacy policy: https://crazylabs.com/app

About

Same 101

Features
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Train Your Brain with 101 Mastery! Looking for a fun and effective way to learn and practice math? Whether you’re a kid mastering the times tables or an adult keeping your brain sharp, this app helps you build real math skills — no speed pressure, just solid knowledge and progress. For Kids: • Learn all times tables from 2 to 10 • Practice in a relaxed, game-like environment • Earn points and reach to top of the high scores • Kid-friendly design that’s easy to use • No pressure: focus on learning, not speed • Great support for school or homeschooling • Occasional ads (can be removed with in-app purchase) For Adults: • Keep your brain sharp with daily math training • Strengthen long-term memory for the 101 • Perfect for all skill levels — from refreshers to pros • No timers — focus on accuracy and improvement • Boost mental math confidence • Track your progress and reach the top of the leaderboard • Optional in-app purchase removes ads for full focus Features: • Covers all times tables (2–10) • Smart practice mode that adapts to your level • High score leaderboard to motivate and challenge • Clean, friendly design for all ages • Fun for kids and serious enough for adults • Works offline — ideal for travel, classrooms, or breaks • One-time purchase to remove all ads permanently Download now and start mastering the times tables — one correct selection at a time!

Screenshots

UP 94 screens
Same 1014 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: UP 9 at 12 against Same 101's 15.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. UP 9 sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Same 101 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
UP 9 versus Same 101: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUP 9Same 101
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (3K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews46.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings3K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size132 MB54 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperCoco PlayAlfred Schilken

Bugs and requests

UP 9

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Scores not updating correctly on leaderboard
  • Purchased ad-free version still showing ads
  • Game restarting unexpectedly after exiting
  • Pieces moving on their own during gameplay

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add option to disable background music
  • Improve leaderboard functionality
  • Implement an undo/redo feature
  • Provide more detailed in-game help and tutorials

Same 101

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

UP 9

One-time7
  • Get 100 Coins$0.99
  • No Ads Pack$1.99
  • Get 300 Coins$1.99
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  • Get 1000 Coins$4.99
  • Starter Pack$4.99
  • Get 3000 Coins$9.99
  • Get 10k Coins$24.99
1 purchases

Same 101

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$0.99

Questions

Is UP 9 free?
UP 9 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Same 101 free?
Same 101 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do UP 9 or Same 101 have ads?
Both UP 9 and Same 101 show ads.

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