Comparison

Matchstick Classic vs Odd One

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

Head to head
About

Matchstick Classic

Solve addition and subtraction equations by strategically moving matchsticks. This puzzle game offers over 400 levels designed to challenge your intelligence and memory.

Highlights
  • Solve equations by moving matchsticks
  • Over 400 brain-storming levels
  • Increases intelligence and memory
  • Simple addition and subtraction challenges
  • Single correct solution per equation
Features
Read full description

Test your math skills, sharpen your logical deduction, and conquer the classic matchstick riddle! Matchstick Classic brings the world-famous match-moving math puzzle straight to your iPhone and iPad. Whether you want a quick mental workout or a deep, analytical brain-teaser session, this logic game is your ultimate daily IQ trainer! The objective is simple yet deeply engaging: analyze the broken addition or subtraction equation, then move 1 or 2 matchsticks to the exact right positions to make the math correct! Every equation is carefully verified to feature one unique, logical solution. HOW TO PLAY: Observe: Read the incorrect math equation on the matchstick board. Think: Calculate which numbers or operator signs (+, −, =) need adjustment. Move: Tap and drag 1 or 2 matchsticks to transform the figures and solve the puzzle! WHY YOU’LL LOVE MATCHSTICK CLASSIC: 400+ Brain-Storming Levels: A vast collection of hand-crafted math riddles that scale smoothly from easy warm-ups to expert mind-benders. Stress-Free Gameplay: Enjoy complete freedom with no countdown timers—take all the time you need to deduce the correct match placement. Clean & Minimalist Design: High-contrast matchstick visuals, smooth physics, and eye-friendly layouts designed for comfortable puzzle solving. 100% Offline Utility: No active mobile data or Wi-Fi required! Enjoy seamless logic puzzles during your daily commute, on flights, or on the go. Premium iOS Optimization: Ultra-responsive drag-and-drop touch response, fluid match snapping, and flawless display scaling for both iPhone and iPad screens. Are you ready to test your IQ and solve every equation? Download Matchstick Classic completely FREE today and start moving matches!

About

Odd One

A minimalist brain-training puzzle game where players identify the single tile that breaks a pattern in a grid. It offers four distinct game modes, including classic, arcade, endless, and daily challenges, all designed for calm, logical play.

Highlights
  • Four distinct game modes
  • Minimalist brain-training puzzles
  • Handcrafted and generated levels
  • No timer or time-based challenges
  • Color-assist mode for color-blind players
  • Light and dark mode
  • Calm piano soundtrack
Features
Read full description

A grid of symbols. One breaks the hidden rule - colour, shape, size, count or pattern. Tap exactly that one. That is all you need to know, and that is exactly why it is so much fun. FOUR MODES - Classic: 300 levels, no clock, pure logic. From level 151 the Extreme World adds patterns as a fifth dimension. - Arcade: a 60-second time bank. Right answers earn time, wrong ones cost it. - Endless: three lives, no time pressure. Four tiers up to Extreme. - Daily: five puzzles a day, the same for everyone worldwide. One chance. ON YOUR HOME SCREEN - A widget with your daily status and a playable mini puzzle - in three sizes FAIR AND CALM - Completely free: no ads, no tracking, no account, no paywall - A voluntary tip jar is the only source of income - it unlocks nothing - Calm piano music, light and dark design, alternate app icons - Colour assist for colour-blind players, full VoiceOver support - Game Center: leaderboards and 13 achievements, iCloud sync - Fully localised (EN, DE, FR, IT, ES) Odd One is the first game from earls studio, Munich.

Screenshots

Matchstick Classic4 screens
Odd One4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Odd One at none against Matchstick Classic's 1. Odd One also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 8 months). Matchstick Classic's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price 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. Matchstick Classic sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Odd One asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Matchstick Classic ships an update every 8 months, Odd One weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Matchstick Classic versus Odd One: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMatchstick ClassicOdd One
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews—91.7% of reviews
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size64 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAbhishek AryanLucas Hesseldieck

Customer experience

Matchstick Classic

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Odd One

Written reviews12 reviews
Positive91.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Matchstick Classic

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$0.99
None

Odd One

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Matchstick Classic free?
Matchstick Classic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Odd One free?
Odd One is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Matchstick Classic or Odd One have ads?
Matchstick Classic shows ads; Odd One does not.
Which is updated more often, Matchstick Classic or Odd One?
Matchstick Classic ships an update every 8 months, and Odd One weekly. Most recently, Matchstick Classic was updated on October 12, 2026 and Odd One on October 10, 2026.

Other comparisons