# AniMatch vs Bubble Ball

The clearest difference is price: Bubble Ball at Free against AniMatch's $0.99. AniMatch's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 3.9) and review sentiment (94% vs 59%). On ratings volume, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Bubble Ball is free to download; AniMatch costs $0.99 up front. Bubble Ball sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. AniMatch asks for nothing beyond the download.

AniMatch holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 203 and 162 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 94% of AniMatch's written reviews are positive against 59% of Bubble Ball's.

AniMatch ships an update every 6 weeks, Bubble Ball every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | AniMatch | Bubble Ball |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (203 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/animatch-animal-matching-game/id293548481/reviews)** | [3.9 (162 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bubble-ball/id412089940/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **203** | 162 |
| Positive reviews | **94.0% of reviews** | 58.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 13 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 11.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lima Sky](https://appshunter.io/developer/285874818) | [Nay Games LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/412089943) |

## What reviewers say

### AniMatch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/animatch-animal-matching-game/id293548481)

This engaging game challenges players to match pairs of adorable animals. It's designed to be fun for all ages, helping to develop concentration and memory skills with cute graphics and sounds.

**Highlights:** Animal pairs matching, Develops concentration, Develops memory skills, Cute animal graphics, Funny animal sounds, Kid-friendly interface

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Best app, no blinking ads
- 👍 Simple but well-designed
- 👍 Educational and entertaining
- 👍 Great for memory and brain exercise
- 👍 Fun for all ages

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 No sound option
- 🐛 Crashes on iOS 11 update

**Reported bugs**

- No sound
- Crashes on iOS 11

**Requested features**

- More puzzle levels and difficulty options
- Ability to turn off sound
- Competitive mode for multiple players
- Different themes beyond just animals


### Bubble Ball

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bubble-ball/id412089940)

A physics puzzle game where you use creative solutions with various pieces and powerups to guide a bubble to its goal. Test your ingenuity and logical thinking skills with over 150 levels, including user-created content.

**Highlights:** Physics-based puzzles, Level editor, Community levels, Wood and metal pieces, Powerups (speed boost, reverse gravity), 156 levels

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Level Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and addictive game
- 🎉 Amazing that it was created by a 14-year-old
- 💡 Challenging and thought-provoking puzzles
- 🚀 Simple but polished gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent controls and difficulty grabbing pieces
- 🔧 Buggy physics and glitches on some levels
- 🕰️ Levels can be completed too quickly
- 🔍 Lack of variety in level design

**Reported bugs**

- Congratulations screen appearing after completing single levels
- Pieces getting stuck or behaving unexpectedly
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- More levels and level packs
- Improved controls and responsiveness
- Customization options (ball color, backgrounds, etc.)
- Difficulty settings or progressive challenges


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AniMatch free?

AniMatch costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Bubble Ball free?

Bubble Ball is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, AniMatch or Bubble Ball?

AniMatch is rated higher. AniMatch averages 4.7 out of 5 from 203 ratings, while Bubble Ball averages 3.9 from 162 ratings.

### Do AniMatch or Bubble Ball have ads?

Neither AniMatch nor Bubble Ball shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, AniMatch or Bubble Ball?

AniMatch ships an update every 6 weeks, and Bubble Ball every 2 months. Most recently, AniMatch was updated on October 30, 2026 and Bubble Ball on October 30, 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.*