# Shoot Stack vs Thread Jam

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Shoot Stack at none against Thread Jam's 14. Shoot Stack also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs monthly) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Thread Jam's advantage is ratings volume (11K vs 1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Thread Jam sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. Shoot Stack asks for nothing beyond the download.

Shoot Stack holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Thread Jam has 11K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Shoot Stack ships an update every 3 days, Thread Jam monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Shoot Stack | Thread Jam |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shoot-stack-fire/id1642918118/reviews)** | [4.8 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thread-jam-untangle-3d-ropes/id6736898352/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **11K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 52.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 91 MB | 427 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [乃君 黄](https://appshunter.io/developer/1337343608) | [SayGames LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1551847165) |

## What reviewers say

### Shoot Stack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shoot-stack-fire/id1642918118)

Break all the blocks in a tower by shooting them. Navigate through different levels, adapting your strategy to overcome obstacles. Experience a simple yet engaging block-breaking challenge.

**Highlights:** Block elimination gameplay, Obstacle avoidance, Multiple levels, Shooting mechanics, Tower destruction

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Thread Jam

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thread-jam-untangle-3d-ropes/id6736898352)

Untangle colorful threads by matching them to their respective areas on fabric. Solve intricate knot puzzles to create beautiful embroidered pictures. Enjoy a relaxing and creative experience with no timers or pressure.

**Highlights:** Untangle 3D rope knots, Match colorful threads, Create embroidered pictures, Solve intricate puzzles, Relaxing gameplay, Creative art creation

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Mini Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Progression Offer 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank | $4.99 | one-time |
| Hard Level Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Second Chance Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coins | $7.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Big Coins | $14.99 | one-time |
| Large Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Huge Coins | $29.99 | one-time |
| Giant Pack | $39.99 | one-time |
| Massive Coins | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and relaxing game
- 🎨 Beautiful artwork and pictures
- ⏱️ Fast lives restoration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Difficult to progress without spending money
- 🔀 Repetitive levels and pictures
- 🤔 Lack of skill involved

**Reported bugs**

- Certain levels impossible to beat without paying
- Accidental power-up purchases due to poor UI placement

**Requested features**

- Gallery to view completed pictures
- More variety in levels and pictures


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Shoot Stack free?

Shoot Stack is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Thread Jam free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Shoot Stack or Thread Jam?

Shoot Stack is rated higher. Shoot Stack averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Thread Jam averages 4.8 from 11K ratings.

### Do Shoot Stack or Thread Jam have ads?

Both Shoot Stack and Thread Jam show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Shoot Stack or Thread Jam?

Shoot Stack ships an update every 3 days, and Thread Jam monthly. Most recently, Shoot Stack was updated on September 29, 2026 and Thread Jam on September 30, 2026.

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