# Match 3D vs Match & Sort 3D

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Match 3D at 971K against Match & Sort 3D's 1.5K. Match 3D also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.6) and chart position (#57 vs unranked). Match & Sort 3D's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

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

Match 3D holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Match 3D has 971K ratings behind it against 1.5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 35% and 34% positive.

Match 3D ships an update every 3 weeks, Match & Sort 3D every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Match 3D | Match & Sort 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (971K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-3d/id1502447854/reviews)** | [4.6 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-and-sort-3d/id1515994805/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **971K** | 1.5K |
| Positive reviews | **35.0% of reviews** | 34.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#57** | — |
| Size | 991 MB | 105 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Lion Studios Plus](https://appshunter.io/developer/1610194568) | [AppTout](https://appshunter.io/developer/650869462) |

## What reviewers say

### Match 3D

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

**Currently charting:** #57 Top Grossing · Board, #196 Top Grossing · Puzzle (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


### Match & Sort 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-and-sort-3d/id1515994805)

Engage in a captivating puzzle game where you search for hidden objects and match them to their designated boxes. Strategically sort household items and pack them for shipping, all while racing against the clock. Test your sorting and packing skills in this brain-teasing challenge.

**Highlights:** Find hidden objects, Match items to boxes, Sort household items, Pack items for shipping, Time-based puzzles, Use powerups

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 500 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| 920 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $5.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Super Bundle | $5.99 | one-time |
| 2,000 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Mega Bundle | $12.99 | one-time |
| 4,350 Coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| Premium Bundle | $24.99 | one-time |
| 9,350 Coins | $39.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Bundle | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and addictive game
- 💡 Enjoyable sorting mechanic
- 🚀 Bright and colorful visuals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Too many ads
- 🔒 Issues with ad removal purchase
- ⏱️ Strict time limits can be frustrating
- 🐛 Crashes and progress loss issues

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezing and crashing
- Progress being reset unexpectedly
- Ads not being removed after purchase

**Requested features**

- Slower game speed option
- In-game shop to spend earned money
- Improved box sizing to fit items better


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Match 3D free?

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

### Is Match & Sort 3D free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Match 3D or Match & Sort 3D?

Match 3D is rated higher. Match 3D averages 4.8 out of 5 from 971K ratings, while Match & Sort 3D averages 4.6 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do Match 3D or Match & Sort 3D have ads?

Both Match 3D and Match & Sort 3D show ads.

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

Match 3D ships an update every 3 weeks, and Match & Sort 3D every 2 weeks. Most recently, Match 3D was updated on September 25, 2026 and Match & Sort 3D on September 21, 2026.

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