# Par 1 Golf 4 vs Simple Match 3

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Par 1 Golf 4 at none against Simple Match 3's 1. Par 1 Golf 4 also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and price ($0.99 vs $1.99). Simple Match 3's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 21 months) and ratings volume (257 vs 1). On ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Par 1 Golf 4 costs $0.99 and Simple Match 3 $1.99 up front. Simple Match 3 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Par 1 Golf 4 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Par 1 Golf 4 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple Match 3 has 257 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Par 1 Golf 4 ships an update every 21 months, Simple Match 3 weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Par 1 Golf 4 | Simple Match 3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$0.99** | $1.99 |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/par-1-golf-4/id1521946061/reviews)** | [4.8 (257 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-match-3/id6482984389/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **257** |
| Positive reviews | — | 89.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 21 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#69** |
| Size | 11 MB | 463 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.2** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Anthony Hindle](https://appshunter.io/developer/1057765652) | [Mulberry Tree Games, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1714124470) |

## What reviewers say

### Par 1 Golf 4

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/par-1-golf-4/id1521946061)

Experience a challenging golf simulation with 18 holes of play. Master the drag-and-release mechanic to line up your shots and overcome the course. This installment aims to replicate the frustration and skill of real golf.

**Highlights:** 18-hole golf course, Touch-and-drag shot mechanic, Challenging gameplay, Realistic golf simulation, Single-player experience

**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:** #69 Top Paid · Casual, #90 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 Par 1 Golf 4 free?

Par 1 Golf 4 costs $0.99, 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, Par 1 Golf 4 or Simple Match 3?

Par 1 Golf 4 is rated higher. Par 1 Golf 4 averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Simple Match 3 averages 4.8 from 257 ratings.

### Do Par 1 Golf 4 or Simple Match 3 have ads?

Neither Par 1 Golf 4 nor Simple Match 3 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Par 1 Golf 4 or Simple Match 3?

Par 1 Golf 4 ships an update every 21 months, and Simple Match 3 weekly. Most recently, Par 1 Golf 4 was updated on November 7, 2026 and Simple Match 3 on November 8, 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.*