# Match 3D vs Triple Match 3D

The clearest difference is update cadence: Triple Match 3D at weekly against Match 3D's every 3 weeks. Triple Match 3D also leads on review sentiment (46% vs 35%). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Match 3D sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and Triple Match 3D sells 16 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 — 4.8 for Match 3D against 4.9 for Triple Match 3D. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 971K and 356K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 35% of Match 3D's written reviews are positive against 46% of Triple Match 3D's.

Match 3D ships an update every 3 weeks, Triple Match 3D weekly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Match 3D | Triple Match 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (971K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-3d/id1502447854/reviews) | **[4.9 (356K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/triple-match-3d/id1607122287/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **971K** | 356K |
| Positive reviews | 35.0% of reviews | **45.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #58 | **#29** |
| Size | 991 MB | 486 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lion Studios Plus](https://appshunter.io/developer/1610194568) | [Boombox Games LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1529787666) |

## What reviewers say

### Match 3D

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

**Currently charting:** #58 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


### Triple Match 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/triple-match-3d/id1607122287)

**Currently charting:** #29 Top Grossing · Casual, #35 Top Grossing · Puzzle, #78 Top Grossing · Games (US App Store)

Engage in a relaxing 3D puzzle matching game to sharpen your sorting skills. Connect identical tiles, complete missions with boosters, and clear the board as quickly as possible. Play offline and test your logic and strategy in this fun, brain-training experience.

**Highlights:** 3D tile matching, Boosters and special effects, Timed levels, Offline play, Brain training missions, Logic and strategy challenges

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Flash Sale | $1.99 | one-time |
| Small Coin Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special Sale | $1.99 | one-time |
| Endless Sale 01 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Seasonal Sale | $4.99 | one-time |
| Boarding Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Endless Sale 02 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Flash Sale | $4.99 | one-time |
| Carry-On Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Endless Sale 03 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coin Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| Check-In Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Large Coin Pack | $13.99 | one-time |
| Flyer Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Extra Large Coin Pack | $27.99 | one-time |
| Priority Pack | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Keeps mind active
- 👍 Enjoyable gameplay
- 🤗 Great for older users
- 🧠 Challenges the brain
- 🕹️ Addictive and fun

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🕰️ Too many clicks to play
- 🤯 Frustratingly difficult levels
- 📺 Excessive ads
- 🤖 Misleading game advertisements

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezing and crashing issues
- Incorrect item selection due to sensitivity
- Daily gift and team features not working
- Disappearing progress and lost levels

**Requested features**

- Colorblind accessibility options
- Ability to restart progress from level 1
- Reduced difficulty progression
- More generous rewards and boosters
- Syncing progress across devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Match 3D free?

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

### Is Triple Match 3D free?

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

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

Triple Match 3D is rated higher. Match 3D averages 4.8 out of 5 from 971K ratings, while Triple Match 3D averages 4.9 from 356K ratings.

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

Both Match 3D and Triple Match 3D show ads.

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

Match 3D ships an update every 3 weeks, and Triple Match 3D weekly. Most recently, Match 3D was updated on September 24, 2026 and Triple Match 3D on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Match 3D or Triple Match 3D?

Match 3D currently peaks at #58 in the App Store charts, and Triple Match 3D at #29. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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