# Merge Master vs Dino Evolution Run 3D

The clearest difference is rating: Dino Evolution Run 3D at 4.7 against Merge Master's 4.4. Dino Evolution Run 3D also leads on ratings volume (1.6K vs 254). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Merge Master sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Dino Evolution Run 3D sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Dino Evolution Run 3D holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dino Evolution Run 3D has 1.6K ratings behind it against 254, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 30% of Merge Master's written reviews are positive against 33% of Dino Evolution Run 3D's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Merge Master | Dino Evolution Run 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (254 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/merge-master-dinosaurs-game/id1627953728/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dino-evolution-run-3d/id1628828149/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 254 | **1.6K** |
| Positive reviews | 30.4% of reviews | **33.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 200 MB | 339 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [ICEBEAR., JSC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1499620037) | [MAD PIXEL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1581972745) |

## What reviewers say

### Merge Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/merge-master-dinosaurs-game/id1627953728)

Strategically merge dinosaurs and warriors to create powerful monsters and battle enemies. Evolve your units to gain an advantage and conquer enemy positions in this engaging strategy game.

**Highlights:** Strategic merging of units, Evolve warriors and dinosaurs, Battle enemies and conquer positions, Unlock new and stronger units, Beautiful 3D graphics, Addictive gameplay

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Flamethrower | $0.99 | one-time |
| Dilophosaurus | $2.99 | one-time |
| Offer Human Level 6 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Dimetrodon | $3.99 | one-time |
| Gatling | $3.99 | one-time |
| Remove ADS | $4.99 | one-time |
| Oviraptor | $4.99 | one-time |
| Stegosaurus | $5.99 | one-time |
| Spinorausus | $6.99 | one-time |
| T-Rex | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun game to play
- 👍 Good for passing time
- 👍 Recommended for trips or boredom
- 👍 Favorite game of the year
- 👍 Very good game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😠 Too many ads
- 😠 Ad infested hellhole
- 😠 Ads after every level
- 😠 Ads when game opens
- 😠 Ads for in-game coin purchases

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot delete from list
- Cannot merge anything
- Cannot win level due to inability to merge
- Cannot merge or delete
- Not letting me in the game

**Requested features**

- Add a mechanic to delete units
- Add a mechanic to delete dinosaurs/humans
- Allow merging of T. rex
- Allow throwing away attackers


### Dino Evolution Run 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dino-evolution-run-3d/id1628828149)

Race to evolve your monster into the ultimate creature by collecting elemental upgrades. Dodge obstacles, battle enemies, and customize your dinosaur's appearance to become the strongest on the planet.

**Highlights:** Elemental evolution race, Upgrade stats for strength, Dodge obstacles and enemies, Battle against bosses, Dinosaur customization with hats, Minimalist 3D graphics

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Merge Master free?

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

### Is Dino Evolution Run 3D free?

Dino Evolution Run 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Merge Master or Dino Evolution Run 3D?

Dino Evolution Run 3D is rated higher. Merge Master averages 4.4 out of 5 from 254 ratings, while Dino Evolution Run 3D averages 4.7 from 1.6K ratings.

### Do Merge Master or Dino Evolution Run 3D have ads?

Both Merge Master and Dino Evolution Run 3D show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Merge Master or Dino Evolution Run 3D?

Merge Master ships an update every 2 months, and Dino Evolution Run 3D every 2 months. Most recently, Merge Master was updated on November 3, 2026 and Dino Evolution Run 3D on November 3, 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.*