# Same vs Ginko

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Same at 12.0 against Ginko's 18.0. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Same sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Ginko sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Same against 5.0 for Ginko. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Same ships an update every 7 months, Ginko every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Same | Ginko |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samecard-match-puzzle/id499612701/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ginko-memory-game/id673839349/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 7 months** | Every 10 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 124 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [kerem yokuva](https://appshunter.io/developer/499612704) | [Brandon Stecklein](https://appshunter.io/developer/498894252) |

## What reviewers say

### Same

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samecard-match-puzzle/id499612701)

This mind game challenges you to quickly determine if a displayed card matches a previous one. It features multiple decks and cards, designed to improve cognitive skills and memory, drawing inspiration from therapeutic techniques.

**Highlights:** Card matching gameplay, Memory improvement, Cognitive skill enhancement, Multiple card decks, Therapeutic inspiration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Aynisimi Adini Yazma Hakki | $0.99 | one-time |


### Ginko

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ginko-memory-game/id673839349)

Train your brain with a classic card-matching game. Remember card positions to find pairs, earn points, and advance through levels. Collect gems and unlock fun themes while improving your memory skills.

**Highlights:** Card flip and match gameplay, Memorization skill training, Gem collection, Multiple game board themes, Progressive level system, Suitable for all ages

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ginko Premium | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Same free?

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

### Is Ginko free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Same or Ginko?

Same and Ginko are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do Same or Ginko have ads?

Both Same and Ginko show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Same or Ginko?

Same ships an update every 7 months, and Ginko every 10 months. Most recently, Same was updated on September 16, 2026 and Ginko on June 1, 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.*