# Kavel vs Simple Match 3

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Kavel at none against Simple Match 3's 1. Kavel also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 90%). Simple Match 3's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and ratings volume (256 vs 26). On price, rating, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Kavel costs $1.99 and Simple Match 3 $1.99 up front. Simple Match 3 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Kavel asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Kavel against 4.8 for Simple Match 3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple Match 3 has 256 ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of Kavel's written reviews are positive against 90% of Simple Match 3's.

Kavel ships an update every 3 weeks, Simple Match 3 weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Kavel | Simple Match 3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | $1.99 |
| Rating | [4.7 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kavel/id1508131791/reviews) | **[4.8 (256 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-match-3/id6482984389/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 26 | **256** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 89.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#132** |
| Size | 98 MB | 463 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jerry Verhoeven](https://appshunter.io/developer/1508131790) | [Mulberry Tree Games, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1714124470) |

## What reviewers say

### Kavel

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kavel/id1508131791)

This puzzle arcade game combines elements of classic block puzzles and match-3 mechanics. Rotate and drag falling shapes onto a grid to score points, with three distinct modes offering different challenges and pacing.

**Highlights:** Block puzzle and match-3 gameplay, Three game modes: Casual, Frenzy, Zen, Achievements and leaderboards, Customizable color palettes, Colorblind-friendly design, Optimized for all devices

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Simple Match 3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-match-3/id6482984389)

**Currently charting:** #132 Top Paid · Casual, #156 Top Paid · Puzzle (US App Store)

This is a relaxing puzzle game where you swap tiles to make matches of three. Unlock hundreds of unique tiles, customize your game's appearance, and enjoy satisfying effects. It offers a peaceful experience without ads or excessive story elements.

**Highlights:** No ads or subscriptions, Hundreds of unique tiles, Customizable appearance, Daily levels with leaderboards, Zen Mode for relaxation, Satisfying visual effects, Achievements and boosters

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Simple Match 3 Gold | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best Match 3 Game
- 👍 Calming and Engaging
- 🔒 No Ads or IAPs
- 👍 Customizable Tiles
- 👍 Relaxing Music and Sound Effects

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs in Higher Levels
- 🐛 Impossible Levels Due to Missing Obstacles
- 🐛 Soft Locks with Rainbow Tiles
- 🐛 Reward Box Tapping Issue
- 🐛 Inconsistent Star Rating System

**Reported bugs**

- Levels with Missing Obstacles
- Reward Box Tapping Issue
- Inconsistent Star Rating System
- Soft Locks with Rainbow Tiles
- Crashes on Opening

**Requested features**

- Level Editor
- Endless/Survival Mode
- Improved Power-Up Interactions
- Hints or Shuffle Option
- Landscape Support for iPad


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Kavel free?

Kavel costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Simple Match 3 free?

Simple Match 3 costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Kavel or Simple Match 3?

Simple Match 3 is rated higher. Kavel averages 4.7 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while Simple Match 3 averages 4.8 from 256 ratings.

### Do Kavel or Simple Match 3 have ads?

Neither Kavel nor Simple Match 3 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Kavel or Simple Match 3?

Kavel ships an update every 3 weeks, and Simple Match 3 weekly. Most recently, Kavel was updated on October 23, 2026 and Simple Match 3 on October 22, 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.*