# Memory vs Match 3D

Memory and Match 3D both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 89% of Memory's written reviews are positive against 35% of Match 3D's. Match 3D's advantage is ratings volume (971K vs 10K) and chart position (#60 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Memory sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Match 3D sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Match 3D holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Match 3D has 971K ratings behind it against 10K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 89% of Memory's written reviews are positive against 35% of Match 3D's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Memory ships an update every 11 days, Match 3D every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Memory | Match 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memory-classic-game/id502626661/reviews) | **[4.8 (971K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-3d/id1502447854/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 10K | **971K** |
| Positive reviews | **89.0% of reviews** | 34.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#60** |
| Size | 213 MB | 1007 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | +12 |
| Developer | [Clement Marty](https://appshunter.io/developer/502626664) | [Lion Studios Plus](https://appshunter.io/developer/1610194568) |

## What reviewers say

### Memory

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memory-classic-game/id502626661)

Sharpen your memory and concentration with this classic matching game. Suitable for all ages, it offers multiple difficulty levels and diverse card packs. Compete with others and track your progress while enjoying multilingual support.

**Highlights:** 25 levels of difficulty, 10 diverse card packs, Multilingual support, Apple Game Center competition, Progress tracking, Regular updates

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upper Case Letters - Card Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Lower Case Letters - Card Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Food Images - Card Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Numbers - Card Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Words - Card Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Music Instruments - Card Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Sports Images - Card Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Faces - Card Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Emoji Card Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Memory All Card Packs | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Best game
- 👍 Great memory game
- 👍 Fun and challenging
- 👍 Helps improve memory
- 👍 Keeps mind sharp

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs
- 🔒 Data mining concerns
- 🔍 Limited card sets/themes
- 👀 Small images on higher levels
- 🤔 Confusing scoring system

**Reported bugs**

- Rapid screen orientation switching
- App crashes and freezes
- Inability to resume previous games

**Requested features**

- Allow users to create custom card sets
- Add more card themes and categories
- Improve scoring system and provide better explanations
- Optimize performance and fix orientation issues


### Match 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-3d/id1502447854)

**Currently charting:** #60 Top Grossing · Board (US App Store)

Engage in a challenging 3D matching puzzle where you pair objects on the ground to clear levels. Enjoy satisfying visual effects and well-designed levels that also improve your memory. Pause and resume your game anytime.

**Highlights:** 3D object matching, Brain trainer levels, Pause and resume gameplay, Satisfying visual effects, Variety of object types

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 150 Gold | $1.99 | one-time |
| Beginner's Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank | $2.99 | one-time |
| 500 Gold | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $5.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads Offer | $5.99 | one-time |
| Master Bundle | $6.99 | one-time |
| Special Day Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| Battle Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| Super Bundle | $12.99 | one-time |
| Mega Bundle | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive and relaxing gameplay
- 👍 Cute and satisfying visuals
- 🚀 Challenging but enjoyable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚨 Excessive and disruptive ads
- 🐛 Game freezes and glitches
- ⏱️ Impossible time limits on higher levels
- 💰 Overly aggressive monetization tactics

**Reported bugs**

- Game pieces getting stuck and unresponsive
- Ads causing crashes or freezes
- Inconsistent behavior when pausing the game

**Requested features**

- Option to play without a timer
- Ability to save progress and resume levels
- More varied gameplay modes beyond timed matching


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Memory free?

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

### Is Match 3D free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Memory or Match 3D?

Match 3D is rated higher. Memory averages 4.6 out of 5 from 10K ratings, while Match 3D averages 4.8 from 971K ratings.

### Do Memory or Match 3D have ads?

Both Memory and Match 3D show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Memory or Match 3D?

Memory ships an update every 11 days, and Match 3D every 3 weeks. Most recently, Memory was updated on October 27, 2026 and Match 3D on October 27, 2026.

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