# Tile Master vs Tile Master Match

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Tile Master Match at 67% against Tile Master's 23%. Tile Master Match also leads on rating (4.0 vs 3.6) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). Tile Master's advantage is ratings volume (6.2K vs 4). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tile Master sells 12 one-off in-app purchases and Tile Master Match sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tile Master Match holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tile Master has 6.2K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 23% of Tile Master's written reviews are positive against 67% of Tile Master Match's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and August 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tile Master | Tile Master Match |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (6.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tile-master-classic-match/id1502370160/reviews) | **[4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tile-master-match/id1562138128/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6.2K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 23.0% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 255 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HIGGS TECHNOLOGY CO., LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1105222132) | [Redeye Game](https://appshunter.io/developer/1562138130) |

## What reviewers say

### Tile Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tile-master-classic-match/id1502370160)

This challenging matching game requires you to match three identical tiles to clear them. Progress through numerous levels, unlock new maps, and enjoy a variety of cute tile styles and themes. Play offline anytime, anywhere.

**Highlights:** Match three identical tiles, Thousands of levels, Unlockable maps and themes, Variety of cute tile styles, Offline play, Brain training gameplay

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Preferential gift | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove ADS. | $2.99 | one-time |
| Hints Tool. | $2.99 | one-time |
| Refresh Tool. | $2.99 | one-time |
| Hint Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Refresh Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove ADS | $3.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank L | $7.99 | one-time |
| Platinum gift pack. | $8.99 | one-time |
| Mega Refresh Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Premium gift pack. | $14.99 | one-time |
| Great gift pack | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and relaxing game
- 👍 Easy to play
- 🧠 Helps train the brain

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Too many ads
- 🤯 Levels become impossible without using hints/power-ups
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches (freezing, not registering taps, etc.)
- 🔇 Can't listen to music/podcasts while playing

**Reported bugs**

- Ads not loading properly
- Game freezing/crashing
- Notification badge not clearing

**Requested features**

- Ability to customize tile designs
- More challenging levels
- Achievements/progression system
- Option to remove ads permanently


### Tile Master Match

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tile-master-match/id1562138128)

Engage your mind with a classic triple match puzzle game featuring over 1000 dynamic levels. Match three blocks to clear them and progress through increasingly challenging stages. Customize themes and skins for a personalized experience.

**Highlights:** Triple block matching gameplay, Over 1000 dynamic levels, Customizable themes and skins, Playable offline, Suitable for all ages

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly VIP | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly VIP | $9.99 | per month |
| Undo*10 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Refresh*10 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Tips*10 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ad | $3.99 | one-time |
| 1000coins | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2500coins | $6.99 | one-time |
| 5500coins | $15.99 | one-time |
| Premium Package | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tile Master free?

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

### Is Tile Master Match free?

Tile Master Match is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Tile Master or Tile Master Match?

Tile Master Match is rated higher. Tile Master averages 3.6 out of 5 from 6.2K ratings, while Tile Master Match averages 4.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Tile Master or Tile Master Match have ads?

Both Tile Master and Tile Master Match show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Tile Master or Tile Master Match?

Tile Master ships an update every 2 months, and Tile Master Match every 2 months. Most recently, Tile Master was updated on September 25, 2026 and Tile Master Match on August 20, 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.*