# Candy Bomb Match 3 Games vs Icing Blast

The clearest difference is rating: Candy Bomb Match 3 Games at 4.7 against Icing Blast's 3.9. Candy Bomb Match 3 Games also leads on ratings volume (404 vs 21) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 12.0). Icing Blast's advantage is review sentiment (69% vs 54%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Candy Bomb Match 3 Games sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Icing Blast sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Candy Bomb Match 3 Games holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Candy Bomb Match 3 Games has 404 ratings behind it against 21, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 54% of Candy Bomb Match 3 Games's written reviews are positive against 69% of Icing Blast's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Candy Bomb Match 3 Games ships an update every 10 days, Icing Blast every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Candy Bomb Match 3 Games | Icing Blast |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (404 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candy-bomb-match-3-games/id1557597558/reviews)** | [3.9 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icing-blast/id6451003884/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **404** | 21 |
| Positive reviews | 53.8% of reviews | **69.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 155 MB | 347 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [伟 贾](https://appshunter.io/developer/1516242387) | [CFAM Enterprises, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1696175772) |

## What reviewers say

### Candy Bomb Match 3 Games

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candy-bomb-match-3-games/id1557597558)

Engage in a delightful puzzle adventure by matching three or more candies in a row. Strategically use powerful boosters to conquer challenging levels and blast through obstacles. Collect sweet treats across thousands of stages, with daily rewards and time-limited events to keep the fun going.

**Highlights:** Match 3 or more candies, Use strategic boosters, Blast chocolate and collect candy, Thousands of levels, Daily rewards and challenges, Multiple game modes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1000 Coins for Candy Bomb | $0.99 | one-time |
| piggy bank gold | $1.99 | one-time |
| Hot Sale Gift | $1.99 | one-time |
| Hot Sale Gift | $2.99 | one-time |
| Base Gift | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pro Gift | $7.99 | one-time |
| Candy Bomb 9999 Coins. | $7.99 | one-time |
| Candy Bomb Master Gift | $15.99 | one-time |
| Super Gift - Candy Puzzle Game | $30.99 | one-time |
| Mega Gift - Candy Bomb Puzzle | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 😍 Bouncing animation
- 🎨 Vibrant colors and graphics
- ✨ Very engaging gameplay
-  addictive gameplay
- 👍 Easy time filler

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Tutorial on every level
-  frustrating tutorial
-  wasted time

**Reported bugs**

- Game reset to level 1
- Level 1476 not functioning properly
- Tiles not changing on level 1476
- Game crashes on launch
- Game glitches

**Requested features**

- Map to see progress backwards
- Fix level 1476 glitch
- Fix game crashing on launch


### Icing Blast

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icing-blast/id6451003884)

Match cookies of the same design to create powerful explosions and solve puzzles. Use boosters to achieve high scores, win daily prizes, and unlock cute avatars. Enjoy a delightful cookie-matching adventure with adorable companions.

**Highlights:** Match same-design cookies, Combine special cookies for explosions, Use boosters for higher scores, Win daily prizes from spin wheel, Unlock cute avatars, Dozens of adorable cookies

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Levels 51 to 100 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Levels 101 to 150 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Levels 151 to 200 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Levels 251 to 300 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Levels 201 to 250 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5 Cookies | $0.99 | one-time |
| 10 Cookies | $1.99 | one-time |
| 25 Cookies | $4.99 | one-time |
| 50 Cookies | $8.99 | one-time |
| 100 Cookies | $16.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Candy Bomb Match 3 Games free?

Candy Bomb Match 3 Games is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Icing Blast free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Candy Bomb Match 3 Games or Icing Blast?

Candy Bomb Match 3 Games is rated higher. Candy Bomb Match 3 Games averages 4.7 out of 5 from 404 ratings, while Icing Blast averages 3.9 from 21 ratings.

### Do Candy Bomb Match 3 Games or Icing Blast have ads?

Both Candy Bomb Match 3 Games and Icing Blast show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Candy Bomb Match 3 Games or Icing Blast?

Candy Bomb Match 3 Games ships an update every 10 days, and Icing Blast every 2 weeks. Most recently, Candy Bomb Match 3 Games was updated on November 7, 2026 and Icing Blast on November 3, 2026.

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