Comparison

Dolls Stack vs Gem Merge

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

Head to head
About

Dolls Stack

Engage in a unique match-3 puzzle experience by stacking and merging colorful Russian nesting dolls. Solve challenging levels with stunning visuals, exciting power-ups, and relaxing audio. Compete with friends on leaderboards in this addictive game.

Highlights
  • Match and merge dolls
  • Stunning, colorful graphics
  • Challenging puzzle levels
  • Exciting power-ups
  • Social leaderboards
  • Relaxing music and sounds
Features
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Welcome to Dolls Stack, the ultimate match 3 game that combines classic puzzle gameplay with the charm of Russian nesting dolls in a new way! Dive into a world of colorful dolls and exciting challenges as you stack and match your way to victory! - Match & Merge: Combine three dolls of the same size and color to create the next-sized doll. Keep stacking to reveal surprises! Matching and merging in one game! - Stunning Visuals: Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Russian dolls with beautifully designed graphics and charming animations. - Challenging Puzzles: Test your matching skills with a variety of challenging puzzles and brain-teasing levels. Can you solve them all? - Power-Ups Galore: Boost your gameplay with exciting power-ups and special abilities. Crush obstacles and conquer levels with ease! - Social Connection: Connect with friends and compete on leaderboards. Show off your stacking skills and see who can reach the top! - Relaxing Music & Sounds: Enjoy a soothing experience with satisfying sounds and relaxing music. Dolls Stack is the perfect blend of strategy, fun, and creativity. Download now and discover the joy of stacking Russian dolls in this addictive match-3 puzzle game!

About

Gem Merge

An addictive puzzle game where you strategically merge identical gems to create powerful combinations and spectacular explosions. Clear the game board with dazzling effects in a mystical world.

Highlights
  • Strategic gem merging
  • Powerful gem combinations
  • Spectacular explosions
  • Mystical gem world
  • Addictive puzzle gameplay
Features
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Merge Gems: Jewel Drop is an enthralling and addictive puzzle game that combines the excitement of gem matching with powerful strategic merging and blasting elements. Immerse yourself in a mystical world filled with dazzling and sparkling gems, your mission is to strategically target and merge identical gems to create powerful gem combinations stronger and brighter. When you successfully merge gems, you'll unlock the ability to create spectacular explosions that clear the game board, leaving behind a trail of enchanting effects.

Screenshots

Dolls Stack4 screens
Gem Merge4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Dolls Stack at 51% against Gem Merge's 0%. Dolls Stack also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.8) and ratings volume (3.7K vs 6). Gem Merge's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Dolls Stack sells 17 one-off in-app purchases and Gem Merge sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Dolls Stack holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dolls Stack has 3.7K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 51% of Dolls Stack's written reviews are positive against 0% of Gem Merge's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dolls Stack ships an update every 8 days, Gem Merge every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Dolls Stack versus Gem Merge: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDolls StackGem Merge
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (3.7K ratings) — better1.8 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews51.1% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3.7K — better6
Update frequencyEvery 8 daysEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size409 MB137 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperVoodooNguyen Khanh Linh

Customer experience

Dolls Stack

All ratings3,628 ratings
Positive93.2%
Neutral4.6%
Negative2.2%
Written reviews45 reviews
Positive51.1%
Neutral24.4%
Negative24.4%

Gem Merge

All ratings6 ratings
Positive16.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative83.3%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Dolls Stack

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Levels not registering as completed
  • Daily gift feature not working properly
  • Tutorial not functioning correctly
  • Inconsistent in-app purchase rewards

Requested features

4 requests
  • More level variety
  • Ability to earn extra turns
  • Option to purchase different doll skins
  • Improved customer support

Gem Merge

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

17 purchases

Dolls Stack

One-time17
  • Love Deal Last Chance$0.29
  • Happy Deal Last Chance$0.99
  • Coins 1$1.99
Show 14 more
  • Starter pack$1.99
  • No Ads$2.99
  • Queen Deal Offer$2.99
  • Last Chance Power Deal$3.99
  • Last Chance Ultra Deal$4.99
  • Coins 2$7.99
  • No Ads Bundle$7.99
  • Small pack$9.99
  • No Ads Last Chance$9.99
  • Coins 3$14.99
  • Medium pack$19.99
  • Big pack$39.99
  • Master Deal$54.99
  • Coins 6$99.99
1 purchases

Gem Merge

One-time1
  • removed$2.99

Questions

Is Dolls Stack free?
Dolls Stack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Gem Merge free?
Gem Merge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Dolls Stack or Gem Merge?
Dolls Stack is rated higher. Dolls Stack averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3.7K ratings, while Gem Merge averages 1.8 from 6 ratings.
Do Dolls Stack or Gem Merge have ads?
Both Dolls Stack and Gem Merge show ads.
Which is updated more often, Dolls Stack or Gem Merge?
Dolls Stack ships an update every 8 days, and Gem Merge every 5 days. Most recently, Dolls Stack was updated on October 22, 2026 and Gem Merge on October 17, 2026.

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