# Sequence vs Numbers

The clearest difference is monetization model: Numbers at free against Sequence's free with in-app purchases. Numbers also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sequence sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Numbers sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Sequence ships an update every 3 months, Numbers monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sequence | Numbers |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sequence-a-memory-challenge/id1609878481/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **4** | — |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 1 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.5** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dustin Wiens](https://appshunter.io/developer/1495273178) | [BarracudaByte](https://appshunter.io/developer/1475110362) |

## What reviewers say

### Sequence

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sequence-a-memory-challenge/id1609878481)

Test your memory by tapping numbered tiles in the correct order. Choose from various difficulty levels, grid sizes, and game modes to challenge yourself. See how long you can last in the infinite mode.

**Highlights:** Memorize numbered tile sequences, Tap tiles in correct order, Multiple difficulty levels, Variable grid sizes, Sequential number mode, Non-sequential number mode, Multiples of 2 mode, Infinite mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Non-Consecutive Game | $0.99 | one-time |
| Multiples of 2 | $0.99 | one-time |


### Numbers

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/numbers-brain-teasers/id6670725786)

Engage your mind with over 300 number puzzles designed to boost cognitive skills. This app offers a variety of difficulties and a clean interface to help you track your progress and stay focused on challenging your brain.

**Highlights:** 300+ number puzzles, Multiple difficulty levels, Progress tracking statistics, Simple, focused design, Three puzzle categories

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Version | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sequence free?

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

### Is Numbers free?

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

### Do Sequence or Numbers have ads?

Neither Sequence nor Numbers shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Sequence or Numbers?

Sequence ships an update every 3 months, and Numbers monthly. Most recently, Sequence was updated on October 9, 2026 and Numbers on October 16, 2026.

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