# Differences vs Match 3D

Differences and Match 3D both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 50% of Differences's written reviews are positive against 35% of Match 3D's. Match 3D's advantage is chart position (#67 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Differences sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Match 3D sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Differences against 4.8 for Match 3D. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 601K and 971K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of Differences's written reviews are positive against 35% of Match 3D's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Differences | Match 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (601K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/differences-find-and-spot-them/id1445691600/reviews) | **[4.8 (971K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-3d/id1502447854/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 601K | **971K** |
| Positive reviews | **49.6% of reviews** | 34.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#67** |
| Size | 224 MB | 1007 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | +12 |
| Developer | [Easybrain Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1190815537) | [Lion Studios Plus](https://appshunter.io/developer/1610194568) |

## What reviewers say

### Differences

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/differences-find-and-spot-them/id1445691600)

Engage your observation skills by finding subtle discrepancies between two images. This free game offers a vast collection of pictures to explore, providing a fun way to train your memory and brain. Compete in daily challenges and seasonal events for unique rewards.

**Highlights:** Spot differences between two pictures, Over 20,000 free pictures, Daily Challenges and trophies, Seasonal Events with unique rewards, Hint system for assistance, Brain training and memory improvement

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Differences No Ads | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Beautiful artwork and illustrations
- 🧠 Challenging and mentally stimulating
- 🕰️ Relaxing and calming gameplay
- 💰 Reasonable one-time purchase to remove ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💢 Excessive and intrusive ads
- 🔍 Difficulty spotting subtle differences
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches (freezing, crashing)

**Reported bugs**

- Differences not registering correctly
- Ads not closing or skippable
- Daily challenges not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add an untimed or zen mode
- Improve zoom and contrast for better visibility
- Introduce difficulty settings or level selection
- Implement cross-device progress sync


### Match 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-3d/id1502447854)

**Currently charting:** #67 Top Grossing · Board (US App Store)

Engage in a challenging 3D matching puzzle where you pair objects on the ground to clear levels. Enjoy satisfying visual effects and well-designed levels that also improve your memory. Pause and resume your game anytime.

**Highlights:** 3D object matching, Brain trainer levels, Pause and resume gameplay, Satisfying visual effects, Variety of object types

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 150 Gold | $1.99 | one-time |
| Beginner's Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank | $2.99 | one-time |
| 500 Gold | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $5.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads Offer | $5.99 | one-time |
| Master Bundle | $6.99 | one-time |
| Special Day Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| Battle Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| Super Bundle | $12.99 | one-time |
| Mega Bundle | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive and relaxing gameplay
- 👍 Cute and satisfying visuals
- 🚀 Challenging but enjoyable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚨 Excessive and disruptive ads
- 🐛 Game freezes and glitches
- ⏱️ Impossible time limits on higher levels
- 💰 Overly aggressive monetization tactics

**Reported bugs**

- Game pieces getting stuck and unresponsive
- Ads causing crashes or freezes
- Inconsistent behavior when pausing the game

**Requested features**

- Option to play without a timer
- Ability to save progress and resume levels
- More varied gameplay modes beyond timed matching


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Differences free?

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

### Is Match 3D free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Differences or Match 3D?

Match 3D is rated higher. Differences averages 4.6 out of 5 from 601K ratings, while Match 3D averages 4.8 from 971K ratings.

### Do Differences or Match 3D have ads?

Both Differences and Match 3D show ads.

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

Differences ships an update every 3 weeks, and Match 3D every 3 weeks. Most recently, Differences was updated on October 29, 2026 and Match 3D on October 29, 2026.

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