# Pick vs Dolls Stack

The clearest difference is rating: Dolls Stack at 4.7 against Pick's 4.1. Dolls Stack also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs monthly) and ratings volume (3.6K vs 348). Pick's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (76% vs 51%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pick sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Dolls Stack sells 17 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Dolls Stack holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dolls Stack has 3.6K ratings behind it against 348, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 76% of Pick's written reviews are positive against 51% of Dolls Stack's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Pick ships an update monthly, Dolls Stack every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pick | Dolls Stack |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (348 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pick-up-sticks/id461667783/reviews) | **[4.7 (3.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dolls-stack-match-and-stack/id1659053906/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 348 | **3.6K** |
| Positive reviews | **76.2% of reviews** | 51.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 44 MB | 409 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Speedy Winner Holdings Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/441902852) | [Voodoo](https://appshunter.io/developer/714804730) |

## What reviewers say

### Pick

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pick-up-sticks/id461667783)

Engage in a classic stick-picking challenge with multiple game modes. Compete against friends or players worldwide in real-time multiplayer matches. Unlock various themes to customize your gameplay experience.

**Highlights:** Four distinct game modes, Online multiplayer challenges, Local multiplayer via Bluetooth, Unlockable themed stick sets, Creative mode for custom patterns

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1M coins pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 2M Coins Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5M Coins Pack | $2.99 | one-time |


### Dolls Stack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dolls-stack-match-and-stack/id1659053906)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Love Deal Last Chance | $0.29 | one-time |
| Happy Deal Last Chance | $0.99 | one-time |
| Coins 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Queen Deal Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Last Chance Power Deal | $3.99 | one-time |
| Last Chance Ultra Deal | $4.99 | one-time |
| Coins 2 | $7.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |
| Small pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Last Chance | $9.99 | one-time |
| Coins 3 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Medium pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Big pack | $39.99 | one-time |
| Master Deal | $54.99 | one-time |
| Coins 6 | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast gameplay
- 🎨 Cute and unique graphics
- 👍 Addictive and challenging
- 💡 Innovative gameplay mechanics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Levels not registering correctly
- 🔁 Repetitive level design
- 🔧 Technical issues and bugs
- 🔍 Lack of new content

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pick free?

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

### Is Dolls Stack free?

Dolls Stack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Pick or Dolls Stack?

Dolls Stack is rated higher. Pick averages 4.1 out of 5 from 348 ratings, while Dolls Stack averages 4.7 from 3.6K ratings.

### Do Pick or Dolls Stack have ads?

Dolls Stack shows ads; Pick does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pick or Dolls Stack?

Pick ships an update monthly, and Dolls Stack every 8 days. Most recently, Pick was updated on October 17, 2026 and Dolls Stack on October 20, 2026.

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