# Heroes Return vs Match Out!

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Match Out! at 87% against Heroes Return's 0%. Match Out! also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.2) and ratings volume (158 vs 6). Heroes Return's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Match Out! sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Heroes Return asks for nothing beyond the download.

Match Out! holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Match Out! has 158 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Heroes Return's written reviews are positive against 87% of Match Out!'s.

Heroes Return ships an update every 3 weeks, Match Out! every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 7, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Heroes Return | Match Out! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heroes-return/id1615031555/reviews) | **[4.7 (158 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-out/id6503449621/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **158** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **87.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 88 MB | 361 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [澳军 魏](https://appshunter.io/developer/1721372205) | [Hungry Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1655290753) |

## What reviewers say

### Heroes Return

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heroes-return/id1615031555)

Become a superhero and use unique powers to solve physics-based puzzles and defeat invading enemies. Unlock new characters and epic missions as you save the world from evil forces. This game offers a unique puzzle-solving experience with strategic gameplay.

**Highlights:** Superhero powers and unique skills, Physics-based puzzle solving, Defeat invading enemies, Unlock new characters and missions, Challenging levels and secret missions, Strategic gameplay

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Match Out!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-out/id6503449621)

Engage in a vibrant 3D puzzle adventure where you match identical items within a time limit. Enhance your memory, train your brain, and master increasingly challenging levels with unique themes. This game offers a relaxing yet stimulating experience for players of all ages.

**Highlights:** Triple 3D item matching, Brain training and memory enhancement, Increasing difficulty levels, Unlockable themed levels, Use of boosters

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Coin Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Novice Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coin Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| Expert Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Large Coin Pack | $13.99 | one-time |
| Super Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| Extre Large Coin Pack | $27.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Bundle | $39.99 | one-time |
| Huge Coin Pack | $54.99 | one-time |
| Colossal Bundle | $79.99 | one-time |
| Mega Coin Pack | $99.99 | one-time |
| Mythical Bundle | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Relaxing and fun
- 👍 Can't stop playing
- 👍 Tests your skills
- 👍 Challenges me
- 👍 Great way to stretch your mind

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Too hard
- 👎 Infinite possibly
- 👎 Ads are HORRIBLE
- 👎 Ads every turn
- 👎 Makes game impossible to enjoy

**Reported bugs**

- New update added horrible video ads
- Game uses behavioral design and AI to create dead ends

**Requested features**

- Relax mode with infinite time
- Infinite gameplay like Blockblast for highscores
- Teams feature
- Option to watch ads for items/boosters
- New levels needed


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Heroes Return free?

Heroes Return is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Match Out! free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Heroes Return or Match Out!?

Match Out! is rated higher. Heroes Return averages 3.2 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Match Out! averages 4.7 from 158 ratings.

### Do Heroes Return or Match Out! have ads?

Both Heroes Return and Match Out! show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Heroes Return or Match Out!?

Heroes Return ships an update every 3 weeks, and Match Out! every 9 days. Most recently, Heroes Return was updated on October 7, 2026 and Match Out! on October 7, 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.*