# Match vs Tile Match

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Tile Match at 67% against Match's 0%. Tile Match also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.3) and ratings volume (450 vs 3). Match's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Match sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Tile Match sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tile Match holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tile Match has 450 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Match's written reviews are positive against 67% of Tile Match's.

Match ships an update every 3 days, Tile Match weekly. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Match | Tile Match |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-up/id1551641399/reviews) | **[4.9 (450 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tile-match-matching-game/id6444594798/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **450** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 217 MB | 137 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PANGO GAMES MOBIL UYGULAMA VE OYUN GELISTIRME TICARET ANONIM SIRKETI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1487421318) | [Ilyon Dynamics Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/604044223) |

## What reviewers say

### Match

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-up/id1551641399)

Engage in a 3D matching puzzle game where you pair identical items to clear the screen and progress. Build and upgrade your island empire, manage resources, and explore new lands. This game sharpens observation and memory skills while offering immersive visuals.

**Highlights:** 3D matching puzzle gameplay, Island building and empire development, Resource management, Exploration of diverse islands, Thousands of levels, Realistic 3D visual effects

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Special Offer | $3.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Master Bundle | $5.99 | one-time |
| Super Bundle | $10.99 | one-time |
| Mega Bundle | $20.99 | one-time |
| 4000 Coin | $35.99 | one-time |
| Giant Bundle | $43.99 | one-time |
| 8000 Coin | $69.99 | one-time |
| Legendary Bundle | $84.99 | one-time |


### Tile Match

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tile-match-matching-game/id6444594798)

Sharpen your strategy and reflexes in this relaxing 3D matching game. Tap and merge three identical tiles to clear the board before the timer runs out. Collect rewards, use boosters, and find your Zen with hundreds of challenging levels.

**Highlights:** Tap, match, and merge three identical tiles, Timed levels to test speed and strategy, Hundreds of beautifully designed levels, Powerful boosters for tricky levels, Offline play available, Relaxing and casual gameplay

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mini Coins Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Beginner's Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| No ads bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Small Coins Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| Match Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coins Pack | $13.99 | one-time |
| Extra Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| Endless Sale Offer # 12 | $89.99 | one-time |
| Endless Sale Offer # 13 | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Match free?

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

### Is Tile Match free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Match or Tile Match?

Tile Match is rated higher. Match averages 3.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Tile Match averages 4.9 from 450 ratings.

### Do Match or Tile Match have ads?

Both Match and Tile Match show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Match or Tile Match?

Match ships an update every 3 days, and Tile Match weekly. Most recently, Match was updated on November 3, 2026 and Tile Match on November 3, 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.*