# Day Repeat Day vs Simple Match 3

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Day Repeat Day at none against Simple Match 3's 1. Day Repeat Day also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). Simple Match 3's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and review sentiment (90% vs 70%). On update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Day Repeat Day costs $3.99 and Simple Match 3 $1.99 up front. Simple Match 3 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Day Repeat Day asks for nothing beyond the download.

Simple Match 3 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 55 and 247 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of Day Repeat Day's written reviews are positive against 90% of Simple Match 3's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Day Repeat Day | Simple Match 3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | **$1.99** |
| Rating | [4.5 (55 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/day-repeat-day/id1553029497/reviews) | **[4.8 (247 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-match-3/id6482984389/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 55 | **247** |
| Positive reviews | 70.0% of reviews | **90.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #198 | **#61** |
| Size | 560 MB | 463 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kimmo Factor Oy](https://appshunter.io/developer/491318781) | [Mulberry Tree Games, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1714124470) |

## What reviewers say

### Day Repeat Day

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/day-repeat-day/id1553029497)

**Currently charting:** #198 Top Paid · Casual (US App Store)

Experience a life simulation through engaging match-3 puzzles. Navigate relationships, career choices, and existential questions in a satirical, interactive narrative. Discover the meaning of the daily grind and life's mysteries.

**Highlights:** Interactive life story, Match-3 puzzle gameplay, Relationship management, Career progression, Satirical narrative, Existential themes

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Simple Match 3

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

**Currently charting:** #61 Top Paid · Casual, #84 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 Day Repeat Day free?

Day Repeat Day costs $3.99, 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, Day Repeat Day or Simple Match 3?

Simple Match 3 is rated higher. Day Repeat Day averages 4.5 out of 5 from 55 ratings, while Simple Match 3 averages 4.8 from 247 ratings.

### Do Day Repeat Day or Simple Match 3 have ads?

Neither Day Repeat Day nor Simple Match 3 shows ads.

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

Day Repeat Day ships an update weekly, and Simple Match 3 weekly. Most recently, Day Repeat Day was updated on October 13, 2026 and Simple Match 3 on October 17, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Day Repeat Day or Simple Match 3?

Day Repeat Day currently peaks at #198 in the App Store charts, and Simple Match 3 at #61. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*