# Makeover Merge vs Makeover Master & Chic Match 3

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Makeover Master & Chic Match 3 at 50% against Makeover Merge's 24%. Makeover Master & Chic Match 3 also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.5). Makeover Merge's advantage is ratings volume (15K vs 107) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Makeover Merge sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Makeover Master & Chic Match 3 sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Makeover Master & Chic Match 3 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Makeover Merge has 15K ratings behind it against 107, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 24% of Makeover Merge's written reviews are positive against 50% of Makeover Master & Chic Match 3's.

Makeover Merge ships an update fortnightly, Makeover Master & Chic Match 3 monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Makeover Merge | Makeover Master & Chic Match 3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/makeover-merge/id1601300817/reviews) | **[4.8 (107 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/makeover-master-and-chic-match-3/id6448973917/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **15K** | 107 |
| Positive reviews | 24.2% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 552 MB | 324 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.4** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lion Studios Plus LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1610194568) | [MAGIC LION TECHNOLOGY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1687248603) |

## What reviewers say

### Makeover Merge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/makeover-merge/id1601300817)

Embark on a fashion journey as a new director, guiding nominees to discover new beauty styles, makeup, and fashion. Solve puzzles, merge items, and decorate spaces to achieve stunning makeovers and prepare for the big reveal, all while thwarting an ex-director's schemes.

**Highlights:** Makeup and hair styling, Fashion and clothing selection, Interior design and decoration, Item merging puzzles, Fulfilling orders, Character customization

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Extra Small Crystals Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Offer 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Offer 3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Small Crystals Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Offer 5 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Offer 7 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Medium Crystals Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Offer 10 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Offer 15 | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Customization options
- 🕹️ Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Fun and relaxing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Excessive in-app purchases
- 🔍 Lack of transparency on game progress
- 🕰️ Long wait times between actions
- 📺 Overwhelming number of ads

**Reported bugs**

- Disappearing/lost progress
- Freezing/crashing issues
- Inconsistent gameplay mechanics

**Requested features**

- More character customization options
- Ability to choose room decor
- Faster content updates
- Better communication from developers


### Makeover Master & Chic Match 3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/makeover-master-and-chic-match-3/id6448973917)

Transform clients' lives by giving them stunning makeovers, from fashion and makeup to home decor. Solve challenging match-3 puzzles to unlock new items and help characters regain confidence and pursue their dreams.

**Highlights:** Skincare and makeup application, Character customization, Home decoration, Fashion-themed puzzles, Power-ups for puzzles, Client transformation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Shiny Gems Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Heel Frenzy Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Trick or Treat Sale | $5.99 | one-time |
| Makeup Magic Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Charming Perfume Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Accessory Treasure Box | $49.99 | one-time |
| Runway Allure Collection | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Makeover Merge free?

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

### Is Makeover Master & Chic Match 3 free?

Makeover Master & Chic Match 3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Makeover Merge or Makeover Master & Chic Match 3?

Makeover Master & Chic Match 3 is rated higher. Makeover Merge averages 4.5 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while Makeover Master & Chic Match 3 averages 4.8 from 107 ratings.

### Do Makeover Merge or Makeover Master & Chic Match 3 have ads?

Both Makeover Merge and Makeover Master & Chic Match 3 show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Makeover Merge or Makeover Master & Chic Match 3?

Makeover Merge ships an update fortnightly, and Makeover Master & Chic Match 3 monthly. Most recently, Makeover Merge was updated on October 28, 2026 and Makeover Master & Chic Match 3 on October 24, 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.*