Comparison

Merge Number vs JoyCove

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

Merge Number

This addictive number puzzle game challenges players to merge numbered rings by stacking them. With unlimited levels and classic gameplay, it's designed to enhance mental power and IQ. Enjoy a visually appealing experience with qualitative graphics and smooth animations.

Highlights
  • Number stacking and merging gameplay
  • Unlimited levels
  • Offline play
  • Qualitative graphics and sound
  • User-friendly controls
  • Suitable for all ages
Features
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About Game =~=~=~=~= If you like number games or number puzzle games, then this game is made for you. 2048 stack merge is number puzzle game for free. Game is highly addictive that improves you mind power and IQ. Unlimited levels. How to Play ? =~=~=~=~=~= Pick a ring from panel and put into hoop stack. Hoop with same number will be merged. 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, 64 number will be generate. One’s you put into hoop stack, you can’t rearrange. Use dustbin when you don’t need panel hoop. Hoop Stack =~=~=~=~= Hoop stack is 3D color hoop sorting puzzle game. More than 1500 levels. Pick a ring and put on empty hoop or same color ring. Sorting the ring in hoops with same color. Hoop contain 3,4,5 or 6 rings only. Undo your last move if you getting stuck. Game Features =~=~=~=~=~= Free Game. Offline Game. Classic game play, Suitable for all ages. Easy to play. Qualitative Graphics and sound. Simple & User friendly controls. Good particles & effects. Best Animation. Download the classic 2048 hoop stack puzzle now. Have fun!!!

About

JoyCove

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Welcome to JoyCove, a casual collection of sixteen mini-games you can pick up anytime. Brain Games Vine Untangle Drag the flower buds apart until no two vines cross. No timer, no pressure. Color Pour Tap one tube, then another, to pour — sort every colour into a tube of its own. Marble Frog Aim the frog and shoot marbles, matching three or more of a color before the chain reaches the hole. Number Merge Swipe to slide and merge matching tiles, doubling up toward the top tile. Bubble Buddies Aim and shoot to pop three or more bubbles of the same color. Watermelon Merge Drop fruit and merge matching pairs to grow a giant watermelon. Draw Path Draw a route, dodge the chaser, and reach the goal in a quick puzzle. Emoji Match Tap tiles and match three of a kind to clear the board. Action Games Jungle Swing Tap to let go of one vine and fly to the next, all the way to the goal flag. Maze Dash Swipe through the maze, collect every star, and keep clear of the critters. Lane Dash Swipe left and right to weave between three lanes, dodging blocks and sweeping up stars. Brick Blast Bounce the ball to smash every brick and clear each level. Tower Stack Stack blocks with good timing and build the tallest tower you can. Flap & Coin Tap to fly, collect coins, and weave through obstacles in a light reflex challenge. Jump Jump Charge up, release to leap, and land on each platform. Fish Feast Swim, eat smaller fish to grow, and steer clear of the big ones. Key Features - Sixteen mini-games with distinct play styles - Three difficulty levels per game - 74 visual themes to collect - Best score and play history tracking - English, Japanese, and Chinese (Simplified & Traditional) support - Built for quick sessions and offline-first play Note: some features, update checks, and ad delivery require an internet connection.

Screenshots

Merge Number4 screens
JoyCove4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: JoyCove at every 3 weeks against Merge Number's every 5 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Merge Number ships an update every 5 months, JoyCove every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Merge Number versus JoyCove: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMerge NumberJoyCove
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (5 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBhavana PonkiyaCHUN WANG

In-app purchases

None

Merge Number

No in-app purchases

None

JoyCove

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Merge Number free?
Merge Number is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is JoyCove free?
JoyCove is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Merge Number or JoyCove have ads?
Both Merge Number and JoyCove show ads.
Which is updated more often, Merge Number or JoyCove?
Merge Number ships an update every 5 months, and JoyCove every 3 weeks. Most recently, Merge Number was updated on November 3, 2026 and JoyCove on October 31, 2026.

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