# Canvas Run vs Coloring Match

Canvas Run and Coloring Match both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 52% of Coloring Match's written reviews are positive against 29% of Canvas Run's. Coloring Match also leads on ratings volume (505K vs 33K) and chart position (#14 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Canvas Run sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Coloring Match sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Canvas Run against 4.5 for Coloring Match. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Coloring Match has 505K ratings behind it against 33K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 29% of Canvas Run's written reviews are positive against 52% of Coloring Match's.

Canvas Run ships an update fortnightly, Coloring Match every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 28, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Canvas Run | Coloring Match |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (33K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/canvas-run/id1583922362/reviews)** | [4.5 (505K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coloring-match/id1586980403/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 33K | **505K** |
| Positive reviews | 29.2% of reviews | **52.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#14** |
| Size | 263 MB | 556 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Voodoo](https://appshunter.io/developer/714804730) | [SUPERSONIC STUDIOS LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1499845738) |

## What reviewers say

### Canvas Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/canvas-run/id1583922362)

Navigate through levels by expanding your canvas. Enjoy addictive gameplay with simple, intuitive controls.

**Highlights:** Expand canvas to clear levels, Easy slide controls, Addictive gameplay mechanic, Progress through levels

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Satisfying and relaxing gameplay
- 🕹️ Fun and addictive
- 💎 Gems collected
- 🌈 Colorful visuals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📺 Too many ads
- 🔓 Requires internet connection to play
- 🔍 Unclear purpose of gems
- 🔻 Unfair ball reduction mechanics
- 🐛 Glitches and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Camera glitches and falls through the map
- Game freezes and crashes
- Inconsistent ball count reductions

**Requested features**

- Ability to spend gems on upgrades or customization
- Offline play mode
- More obstacles and challenges
- Clearer progression and scoring system


### Coloring Match

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coloring-match/id1586980403)

**Currently charting:** #14 Top Free · Family, #62 Top Free · Simulation, #185 Top Grossing · Family (US App Store)

Immerse yourself in a vibrant world of color by matching hues to 3D objects. Mix colors, paint over 200 items from fruits to cars, and showcase your creations in a personalized gallery. This game offers an engaging way to explore your artistic side and learn color mixing.

**Highlights:** Match object colors, Mix and learn color hues, Paint over 200 3D objects, Customize themed rooms, Exhibit creations in a 3D gallery, Share artwork on social media

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No ADs Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| No ADs | $2.99 | one-time |
| Gold Bundle | $3.99 | one-time |
| Cartoon Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Cleaner Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Engineer Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Painter Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Magic Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| No ADs Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Mashup Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Fun and relaxing gameplay
- 💡 Unique color matching concept
- 👍 Satisfying sound effects
- 🎨 Helps with color theory and art skills

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Excessive and intrusive ads
- 🐛 Inconsistent color accuracy
- 🤖 Annoying talking objects
- 🔄 Repetitive and monotonous levels

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes and crashes
- Incorrect color matching results
- Auction prices glitch and jump erratically

**Requested features**

- More color options and mixing challenges
- Ability to choose objects to color match
- Offline play mode without ads
- More diverse and customizable studio/town


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Canvas Run free?

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

### Is Coloring Match free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Canvas Run or Coloring Match?

Canvas Run is rated higher. Canvas Run averages 4.5 out of 5 from 33K ratings, while Coloring Match averages 4.5 from 505K ratings.

### Do Canvas Run or Coloring Match have ads?

Both Canvas Run and Coloring Match show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Canvas Run or Coloring Match?

Canvas Run ships an update fortnightly, and Coloring Match every 3 weeks. Most recently, Canvas Run was updated on September 28, 2026 and Coloring Match on September 28, 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.*