# Word Win vs Match 3*

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Match 3* at none against Word Win's 10. Match 3* also leads on ads (none vs shown). Word Win's advantage is ratings volume (8 vs 1) and update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Word Win sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Match 3* asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Word Win against 5.0 for Match 3*. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Word Win has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Word Win ships an update weekly, Match 3* fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Word Win | Match 3* |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-win/id1538651324/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-3/id6752211780/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 164 MB | 0 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Joyrix](https://appshunter.io/developer/1791781835) | [Alexander Berson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1531453464) |

## What reviewers say

### Word Win

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-win/id1538651324)

Engage in a fast-paced, real-time word game that challenges your vocabulary and speed. Compete against random players, friends, or family in exciting duels, or hone your skills in extensive single-player modes. Unlock achievements and build your word-winning prowess.

**Highlights:** Real-time multiplayer duels, Play against random players or friends, Extensive single-player levels, Competitive badges and achievements, In-game chat feature, Progress tracking scoreboard

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Deal 800 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Deal 2500 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Extra Levels | $5.99 | one-time |
| No Ads 1 Month | $7.99 | one-time |
| Deal 4000 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Deal 10000 | $15.99 | one-time |
| Deal 15000 | $19.99 | one-time |
| No Ads 3 Months | $19.99 | one-time |
| Deal 30000 | $34.99 | one-time |
| No Ads 12 Months | $49.99 | one-time |


### Match 3*

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-3/id6752211780)

Score points by matching three or more identical shapes in a row. This tile-matching game offers a simple yet engaging puzzle experience.

**Highlights:** Match three or more identical shapes, Score points, Simple puzzle gameplay, Engaging matching mechanics

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Word Win free?

Word Win is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Match 3* free?

Match 3* is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Word Win or Match 3*?

Match 3* is rated higher. Word Win averages 4.9 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Match 3* averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Word Win or Match 3* have ads?

Word Win shows ads; Match 3* does not.

### Which is updated more often, Word Win or Match 3*?

Word Win ships an update weekly, and Match 3* fortnightly. Most recently, Word Win was updated on November 3, 2026 and Match 3* on October 30, 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.*