# Pressure! vs Simple Match 3

The clearest difference is update cadence: Simple Match 3 at weekly against Pressure!'s every 6 months. Simple Match 3 also leads on ratings volume (247 vs 6) and chart position (#27 vs unranked). Pressure!'s advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and review sentiment (100% vs 90%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Pressure! costs $1.99 and Simple Match 3 $1.99 up front. Pressure! sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Simple Match 3 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pressure! holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple Match 3 has 247 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Pressure!'s written reviews are positive against 90% of Simple Match 3's.

Pressure! ships an update every 6 months, Simple Match 3 weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pressure! | Simple Match 3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | $1.99 |
| Rating | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pressure/id1343540434/reviews)** | [4.8 (247 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-match-3/id6482984389/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **247** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 90.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#27** |
| Size | 103 MB | 463 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AISU Technologies, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1088473507) | [Mulberry Tree Games, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1714124470) |

## What reviewers say

### Pressure!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pressure/id1343540434)

Test your focus and reflexes in this challenging game where you match symbols and collect power-ups. With addictive, unpredictable gameplay and unlimited levels, it's designed to improve concentration and multi-tasking abilities. Play solo or compete with friends.

**Highlights:** Symbol matching gameplay, Wildcard power-ups, Timed and challenge modes, Unlimited levels, Score tracking and achievements, Local multiplayer

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Tickets Bundle | $0.99 | one-time |
| 300 Tickets Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| 600 Tickets Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |


### Simple Match 3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-match-3/id6482984389)

**Currently charting:** #27 Top Paid · Casual, #38 Top Paid · Puzzle (US App Store)

This is a relaxing puzzle game where you swap tiles to make matches of three. Unlock hundreds of unique tiles, customize your game's appearance, and enjoy satisfying effects. It offers a peaceful experience without ads or excessive story elements.

**Highlights:** No ads or subscriptions, Hundreds of unique tiles, Customizable appearance, Daily levels with leaderboards, Zen Mode for relaxation, Satisfying visual effects, Achievements and boosters

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Simple Match 3 Gold | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best Match 3 Game
- 👍 Calming and Engaging
- 🔒 No Ads or IAPs
- 👍 Customizable Tiles
- 👍 Relaxing Music and Sound Effects

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs in Higher Levels
- 🐛 Impossible Levels Due to Missing Obstacles
- 🐛 Soft Locks with Rainbow Tiles
- 🐛 Reward Box Tapping Issue
- 🐛 Inconsistent Star Rating System

**Reported bugs**

- Levels with Missing Obstacles
- Reward Box Tapping Issue
- Inconsistent Star Rating System
- Soft Locks with Rainbow Tiles
- Crashes on Opening

**Requested features**

- Level Editor
- Endless/Survival Mode
- Improved Power-Up Interactions
- Hints or Shuffle Option
- Landscape Support for iPad


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pressure! free?

Pressure! costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Simple Match 3 free?

Simple Match 3 costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Pressure! or Simple Match 3?

Pressure! is rated higher. Pressure! averages 5.0 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Simple Match 3 averages 4.8 from 247 ratings.

### Do Pressure! or Simple Match 3 have ads?

Neither Pressure! nor Simple Match 3 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pressure! or Simple Match 3?

Pressure! ships an update every 6 months, and Simple Match 3 weekly. Most recently, Pressure! was updated on September 27, 2026 and Simple Match 3 on October 14, 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.*