# Vending Sort vs Crossword Puzzle 3D

The clearest difference is ads: Crossword Puzzle 3D at none against Vending Sort's shown. Crossword Puzzle 3D also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). Vending Sort's advantage is ratings volume (9K vs 668) and review sentiment (22% vs 14%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Vending Sort sells 14 one-off in-app purchases and Crossword Puzzle 3D sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Vending Sort against 4.7 for Crossword Puzzle 3D. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Vending Sort has 9K ratings behind it against 668, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 22% of Vending Sort's written reviews are positive against 14% of Crossword Puzzle 3D's.

Vending Sort ships an update fortnightly, Crossword Puzzle 3D every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Vending Sort | Crossword Puzzle 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vending-sort/id6449256872/reviews) | **[4.7 (668 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossword-puzzle-3d/id6450942989/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9K** | 668 |
| Positive reviews | **22.4% of reviews** | 14.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 228 MB | 353 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Rollic Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1452111779) | [Bahadir Yerdelen](https://appshunter.io/developer/399810241) |

## What reviewers say

### Vending Sort

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vending-sort/id6449256872)

Engage in a fun and addictive puzzle game where you organize items within a virtual vending machine. Exercise your brain with challenging yet relaxing levels, sorting items into their correct slots with simple one-finger controls.

**Highlights:** Sort items into vending machine slots, One-finger control, Multiple unique levels, Challenging yet relaxing gameplay, Restart levels anytime

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

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Shuffle Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Shuffle Pack Advanced | $2.99 | one-time |
| Undo Pack Advanced | $2.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank | $2.99 | one-time |
| Starter Offer Limited | $2.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Bundle Offer Limited | $3.99 | one-time |
| Mayor Offer Limited | $4.99 | one-time |
| Fun Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |
| Big Bundle | $8.99 | one-time |
| Advanced Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Mega Bundle | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🍪 Cool and easy to play cookies
- 🕹️ Fun game
- 🎨 The colors are cool
- ⭐ This is the best game I have ever had

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Rigged to make you spend more money
- 🔒 Requires internet connection
- 🛑 Impossible levels without paying
- 🕰️ Limited moves on every level
- 🤖 Annoying ads in the middle of gameplay

**Reported bugs**

- Game stuck on certain levels
- Unresponsive controls
- Lost progress and unlocks after update

**Requested features**

- Ability to skip difficult levels
- Use earned cash to buy extra moves or slots
- Auto-restock vending machines
- More challenging levels
- Bring back the city feature


### Crossword Puzzle 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossword-puzzle-3d/id6450942989)

Experience a unique twist on crossword puzzles by manipulating 3D objects. Drag and place items into their correct positions to solve challenging puzzles. This game offers a fresh, interactive approach to word-based challenges.

**Highlights:** 3D object manipulation, Physics-based puzzles, Interactive drag and drop, Unique crossword gameplay, Problem-solving challenges

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 800 coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Themes | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle | $3.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2000 coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Super Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| 5000 coins | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Daily puzzles
- 🚀 Fun and challenging game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Broken levels and bugs
- 💩 Too many ads and popups
- 🤯 Repeating and easy levels

**Reported bugs**

- Levels with incorrect letters or missing objects
- Frozen game screens and inability to move items
- Daily puzzle stuck on October

**Requested features**

- More challenging levels
- New words and puzzles
- Fix daily puzzles to include all months


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Vending Sort free?

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

### Is Crossword Puzzle 3D free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Vending Sort or Crossword Puzzle 3D?

Crossword Puzzle 3D is rated higher. Vending Sort averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9K ratings, while Crossword Puzzle 3D averages 4.7 from 668 ratings.

### Do Vending Sort or Crossword Puzzle 3D have ads?

Vending Sort shows ads; Crossword Puzzle 3D does not.

### Which is updated more often, Vending Sort or Crossword Puzzle 3D?

Vending Sort ships an update fortnightly, and Crossword Puzzle 3D every 5 days. Most recently, Vending Sort was updated on October 30, 2026 and Crossword Puzzle 3D on October 30, 2026.

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