Comparison

Dino Match vs Runes

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

Head to head
About

Dino Match

Match sets of dinosaur tiles in a five-by-five grid by swapping adjacent tiles. Score points by creating rows or columns of like tiles within a limited number of turns. Strategize to make multiple matches in a single move.

Highlights
  • Five-by-five grid gameplay
  • Tile swapping mechanic
  • Match sets of dinosaur tiles
  • Scoring based on matches
  • Limited turns for gameplay
  • Multi-match potential per turn
Features
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In this five-by-five grid game, you can select two tiles to trade places. The goal is to create rows or columns of like tiles to create a matching set. You score points for each row or column set you make. You have a limited number of turns to make as many sets as possible. You can create more than one set in a single turn if you are careful. You can deselect the first tile by clicking on it again. The swap will be made once the second tile is selected.

About

Runes

Uncover the secrets of a mysterious town by searching intricately illustrated scenes for hidden objects and solving puzzles. Follow a detective through a captivating storyline with unique challenges and unlock magical artifacts as you progress. Play at your own pace with optional hints.

Highlights
  • Search hand-painted scenes for hidden objects
  • Spot subtle differences
  • Solve puzzles and brain teasers
  • Follow a twisting storyline
  • Collect magical artifacts
  • Play at your own pace with hints
Features
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Something strange is happening in Enchanted Crossroads. Doors that weren't there yesterday. Whispers in empty rooms. A rune etched into a mirror that no one remembers hanging. When Detective Greystone calls for your help, it becomes clear — this charming little town is hiding more than it shows. Search hand-painted scenes for hidden objects, spot subtle differences, and solve puzzles that guard the town's oldest secrets. Each clue you find pulls you deeper into a mystery woven through 15+ beautifully illustrated chapters. But the closer you look, the more questions arise. Who — or what — is watching from the crossroads? WHAT AWAITS YOU A Mystery Worth Solving Follow Detective Greystone through a twisting storyline filled with enchanted characters, buried secrets, and revelations you won't see coming. A World Rich in Detail Wander through 15+ stunning hand-crafted scenes — from moonlit gardens to forgotten libraries — each hiding objects, differences, and surprises. Puzzles That Reward Curiosity Hidden object searches, spot-the-difference challenges, and clever brain teasers — 4+ unique puzzle types keep every chapter fresh. Your Collection Grows Complete quests to unlock rare magical artifacts and build a personal trove of enchanted items. Play at Your Own Pace No timers. No pressure. Helpful hints are always within reach whenever you need a gentle nudge. Optional in-app purchases are available, but you can complete the full story without spending anything. The crossroads are calling. Will you answer?

Screenshots

Dino Match4 screens
Runes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Runes at Free against Dino Match's $0.99. Runes also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 5 months). Dino Match's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On device support and iOS requirement 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

Runes is free to download; Dino Match costs $0.99 up front. Runes sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Dino Match asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dino Match ships an update every 5 months, Runes every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Dino Match versus Runes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDino MatchRunes
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating—4.5 (576 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better83.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—576 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.4
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB186 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperSoftware101Crisp App Studio

Customer experience

Dino Match

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Runes

All ratings577 ratings
Positive88.2%
Neutral7.6%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews42 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral7.1%
Negative9.5%

Bugs and requests

Dino Match

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Runes

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Energy recharge issues
  • Purchase rejections

Requested features

2 requests
  • Restart option
  • Clearer level progression

In-app purchases

None

Dino Match

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

Runes

One-time7
  • Instant Hint$0.99
  • Handful of Gems$0.99
  • Bag with Gems$1.99
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  • Infinity Energy + No Ads$2.99
  • Сhest with Gems$2.99
  • Master Pack Special$3.99
  • Master Pack: All-included$7.99

Questions

Is Dino Match free?
Dino Match costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Runes free?
Runes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Dino Match or Runes have ads?
Runes shows ads; Dino Match does not.
Which is updated more often, Dino Match or Runes?
Dino Match ships an update every 5 months, and Runes every 6 weeks. Most recently, Dino Match was updated on November 1, 2026 and Runes on November 3, 2026.

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