# Same Color  3D vs Pendulum Sweeper

The clearest difference is rating: Same Color  3D at 4.7 against Pendulum Sweeper's 4.5. Same Color  3D also leads on review sentiment (43% vs 32%). Pendulum Sweeper's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Same Color  3D sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and Pendulum Sweeper sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Same Color  3D holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1K and 405 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of Same Color  3D's written reviews are positive against 32% of Pendulum Sweeper's.

Same Color  3D ships an update every 3 weeks, Pendulum Sweeper weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Same Color  3D | Pendulum Sweeper |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/same-color-3d/id1536573251/reviews)** | [4.5 (405 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pendulum-sweeper/id6739248354/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1K** | 405 |
| Positive reviews | **42.9% of reviews** | 32.2% 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 |
| Size | 205 MB | 268 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Voodoo](https://appshunter.io/developer/714804730) | [KAYAC Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/315952203) |

## What reviewers say

### Same Color  3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/same-color-3d/id1536573251)

Engage in a visually satisfying coloring game where you strategically throw colored balls to fill target areas. Aim precisely to cover every surface with the same color, offering a relaxing and engaging experience with numerous levels.

**Highlights:** Strategic ball aiming, 3D coloring gameplay, Satisfying visual experience, Engaging illustrations, Numerous levels

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1000 Diamond | $2.99 | one-time |
| No Ads 3 Days | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Coin 5 Brush | $6.99 | one-time |
| 3000 Diamond | $7.99 | one-time |
| No Adss | $8.99 | one-time |
| 20 Brush | $12.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Money 10 Brush | $17.99 | one-time |
| 10000 Diamonds | $24.99 | one-time |
| Energy | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Nice
- 👍 Awesome game
- 😎 Winning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Lacking aim and wonky physics
- 🔋 Too many ads
- 🔋 Requires WiFi to play

**Reported bugs**

- Screen turns black during ads
- Prompted to pay $25 without consent

**Requested features**

- More moves allowed
- Offline play


### Pendulum Sweeper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pendulum-sweeper/id6739248354)

Control a double pendulum to defeat enemies climbing a hill. Master its physics to strike foes with precision and unlock upgrades to enhance your pendulum's power. This rogue-lite experience offers engaging gameplay and strategic choices for endless replayability.

**Highlights:** Double pendulum physics, Defeat climbing enemies, Unlockable upgrades, Strategic choices, Rogue-lite gameplay

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

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Crystal 60 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Fortune Chest | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Crystal 310 | $4.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gold Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack (Deal) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Crystal 640 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack (Super Deal) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack All | $14.99 | one-time |
| Crystal 1330 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Black Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| Crystal 3480 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Crystal 7300 | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun game
- 👍 Good theme and motivation
- 👍 Enjoyable gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Shockwave bug
- 🔕 Lack of settings to turn off sound
- 💰 Too many ads
- 🤕 Difficulty increases too much at higher levels

**Reported bugs**

- Shockwave ability stops working
- Slimes launching smaller ones on defeat

**Requested features**

- Add info tab for enemy details
- Increase damage of abilities other than pendulum


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Same Color  3D free?

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

### Is Pendulum Sweeper free?

Pendulum Sweeper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Same Color  3D or Pendulum Sweeper?

Same Color  3D is rated higher. Same Color  3D averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while Pendulum Sweeper averages 4.5 from 405 ratings.

### Do Same Color  3D or Pendulum Sweeper have ads?

Both Same Color  3D and Pendulum Sweeper show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Same Color  3D or Pendulum Sweeper?

Same Color  3D ships an update every 3 weeks, and Pendulum Sweeper weekly. Most recently, Same Color  3D was updated on September 26, 2026 and Pendulum Sweeper on September 24, 2026.

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