# Puzzle Thread vs Thread Joy 3D

Puzzle Thread and Thread Joy 3D both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 40% of Puzzle Thread's written reviews are positive against 0% of Thread Joy 3D's. Puzzle Thread also leads on ratings volume (1.5K vs 368). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Puzzle Thread sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Thread Joy 3D sells 15 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Puzzle Thread against 4.7 for Thread Joy 3D. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.5K and 368 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 40% of Puzzle Thread's written reviews are positive against 0% of Thread Joy 3D's.

Puzzle Thread ships an update weekly, Thread Joy 3D every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Puzzle Thread | Thread Joy 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/puzzle-thread-color-sort/id1664349204/reviews) | **[4.7 (368 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thread-joy-3d-untangle-ropes/id6744381972/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.5K** | 368 |
| Positive reviews | **40.2% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 11 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 347 MB | 187 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BoomHits sp. z o.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1451606344) | [CELLSOFT](https://appshunter.io/developer/1794961209) |

## What reviewers say

### Puzzle Thread

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/puzzle-thread-color-sort/id1664349204)

Engage your mind with a colorful puzzle game that blends logic with fashion design. Sort threads, untangle knots, and discover new knitting patterns to create unique clothing designs. Over 100 levels offer a creative challenge for all skill levels.

**Highlights:** Color thread sorting puzzles, Untangle knots, Design unique clothes, Over 100 levels, Discover knitting patterns, Water-sort mini-game

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Auto Sewing | $1.99 | one-time |
| Extra Spools | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Combo Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Tailor's Offer | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Smooth gameplay
- 🎨 Satisfying thread sorting
- 🕹️ Relaxing game experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🛑 Repetitive levels
- 💰 Too many ads
- 🐛 Progress reset issues

**Reported bugs**

- Game resets progress after completion
- Crashes and freezes on certain devices

**Requested features**

- More levels and content
- Level selection option
- Ad-free version
- Customization options


### Thread Joy 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thread-joy-3d-untangle-ropes/id6744381972)

This 3D puzzle game challenges players to untangle complex rope knots and transform them into organized art. With hundreds of levels and realistic physics, it offers a relaxing yet brain-teasing experience. Enjoy vibrant visuals and a calming soundtrack as you solve puzzles at your own pace.

**Highlights:** Realistic 3D rope physics, Hundreds of unique puzzles, Increasing complexity, Relaxing soundtrack, Special power-ups, Daily challenges

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Special Offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Few of Coin | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Summer Treasure Pack 2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Summer Treasure Pack 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lack of Coin | $7.99 | one-time |
| Joy Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pouch of Coin | $14.99 | one-time |
| Large Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Coin | $29.99 | one-time |
| Giant Pack | $39.99 | one-time |
| Chest of Coin | $49.99 | one-time |
| Giant of Coin | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Puzzle Thread free?

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

### Is Thread Joy 3D free?

Thread Joy 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Puzzle Thread or Thread Joy 3D?

Thread Joy 3D is rated higher. Puzzle Thread averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Thread Joy 3D averages 4.7 from 368 ratings.

### Do Puzzle Thread or Thread Joy 3D have ads?

Both Puzzle Thread and Thread Joy 3D show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Puzzle Thread or Thread Joy 3D?

Puzzle Thread ships an update weekly, and Thread Joy 3D every 11 days. Most recently, Puzzle Thread was updated on October 16, 2026 and Thread Joy 3D on October 17, 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.*