# Magic vs Memory Match (Vargas Tech)

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Memory Match (Vargas Tech) at 100% against Magic's 34%. Memory Match (Vargas Tech) also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Magic's advantage is price (Free vs $0.99) and ratings volume (157K vs 3). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Magic is free to download; Memory Match (Vargas Tech) costs $0.99 up front. Magic sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Memory Match (Vargas Tech) asks for nothing beyond the download.

Memory Match (Vargas Tech) holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Magic has 157K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 34% of Magic's written reviews are positive against 100% of Memory Match (Vargas Tech)'s.

## The numbers

| Metric | Magic | Memory Match (Vargas Tech) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $0.99 |
| Rating | [4.6 (157K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-the-gathering-arena/id1496227521/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memory-match-vargas-tech/id6760602852/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **157K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 34.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#11** | — |
| Size | 265 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Wizards of the Coast](https://appshunter.io/developer/491192018) | [John Vargas](https://appshunter.io/developer/1885164336) |

## What reviewers say

### Magic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-the-gathering-arena/id1496227521)

**Currently charting:** #11 Top Grossing · Card, #15 Top Grossing · Strategy, #55 Top Free · Strategy, #59 Top Free · Card, #62 Top Grossing · Games, #180 Top Grossing (US App Store)

Experience the original fantasy collectible card game digitally. Build unique decks, master strategies, and battle friends or AI in various game modes. Discover new cards and unlock rewards through a comprehensive tutorial and engaging gameplay.

**Highlights:** Collect and build unique decks, Master diverse strategies, Battle friends and AI, Explore multiple game formats, Engaging tutorial system, Unlock cards and rewards, Stunning battlefields and effects

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 750 Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1,600 Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| 4x Rare Wildcards | $9.99 | one-time |
| Adventurer Bundle | $14.99 | one-time |
| 3,400 Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| 4x Mythic Wildcards | $19.99 | one-time |
| Spark Bundle | $24.99 | one-time |
| 9,200 Gems | $49.99 | one-time |
| 20,000 Gems | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great way to play Magic on the go
- 🎨 Excellent visual representation of the game
- 💰 Generous free-to-play model
- 🕹️ Smooth and intuitive gameplay
- 🕰️ Convenient for players who can't meet in person

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 🕹️ Clunky UI and navigation
- 💰 Aggressive monetization and pay-to-win concerns
- 🔀 Rigged matchmaking and unfair shuffling algorithm
- 🕰️ Slow performance on older devices

**Reported bugs**

- Cards not working as intended
- Inability to select or interact with certain game elements
- Inconsistent behavior when app crashes during matches
- Sync issues between mobile and desktop accounts

**Requested features**

- Ability to trade or recycle unwanted cards
- Improved deck building tools and organization
- Support for multiplayer formats like Commander and Two-Headed Giant
- Option to disable animations and speed up gameplay
- Better integration between mobile and desktop versions


### Memory Match (Vargas Tech)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memory-match-vargas-tech/id6760602852)

A classic card matching game designed to test and improve your memory and focus. Flip cards to find matching pairs and clear the board quickly. Enjoy a fun and relaxing puzzle experience perfect for players of all ages.

**Highlights:** Classic memory matching gameplay, Improves memory and concentration, Clean and easy-to-use interface, Quick games for short breaks, Smooth performance on iOS devices

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Magic free?

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

### Is Memory Match (Vargas Tech) free?

Memory Match (Vargas Tech) costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Magic or Memory Match (Vargas Tech)?

Memory Match (Vargas Tech) is rated higher. Magic averages 4.6 out of 5 from 157K ratings, while Memory Match (Vargas Tech) averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Magic or Memory Match (Vargas Tech) have ads?

Neither Magic nor Memory Match (Vargas Tech) 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.*