# Minimal Match Three vs Artifact

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Artifact at 100% against Minimal Match Three's 0%. Artifact also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (14 vs 3). Minimal Match Three's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13.0). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Artifact sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Minimal Match Three asks for nothing beyond the download.

Artifact holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 14 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Minimal Match Three's written reviews are positive against 100% of Artifact's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Minimal Match Three | Artifact |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minimal-match-three/id1448641375/reviews) | **[4.9 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artifact-3d-puzzle-lite/id1626615924/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **14** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 199 MB | 596 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Zakary Kinnaird](https://appshunter.io/developer/1448641374) | [Mikhail Bakunovich](https://appshunter.io/developer/1455006854) |

## What reviewers say

### Minimal Match Three

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minimal-match-three/id1448641375)

A minimalist match-3 puzzle game focused on design and relaxation. It offers a distraction-free experience with unique stages and a single high score to challenge yourself. Designed to inspire creativity and calm the mind.

**Highlights:** Minimalist design, Relaxing gameplay, Unique stages, Distraction-free experience, Single high score, Creative inspiration

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Artifact

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artifact-3d-puzzle-lite/id1626615924)

Assemble fragmented ancient artworks in this unique 3D puzzle game. Explore and reconstruct relics from various cultures with intuitive controls and stunning visuals. Adjust difficulty and enjoy a relaxing, mentally stimulating experience.

**Highlights:** Assemble broken 3D artifacts, Puzzles inspired by real masterpieces, Explore relics from different cultures, Intuitive touch controls, Adjustable difficulty levels, Stunning 3D graphics and audio

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Minimal Match Three free?

Minimal Match Three is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Artifact free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Minimal Match Three or Artifact?

Artifact is rated higher. Minimal Match Three averages 3.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Artifact averages 4.9 from 14 ratings.

### Do Minimal Match Three or Artifact have ads?

Neither Minimal Match Three nor Artifact shows ads.

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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.*