Comparison

Associated Word Sort vs 3D Screw Pin

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

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About

Associated Word Sort

This word puzzle game challenges you to categorize and connect words based on their associations. Strategically draw lines to merge words within the same category and clear each level. It offers a brain-training experience with increasing difficulty and no time limits.

Highlights
  • Word classification and merging
  • Connecting words with lines
  • Level-based progression
  • Brain training and vocabulary building
  • No time limits
  • Variety of word categories
Features
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Are you ready to challenge your mind and sharpen your vocabulary? Look no further than our new word puzzle – Words Sort! Associated Word Sort is a word puzzle that challenges you to categorize words and merge them together into one. You must carefully think about the categories and the connections in order to complete each level. Gameplay: 1.Word classification: The words with the same category will be eliminated after being merged; you need to eliminate all words to complete the level. 2.Connecting lines: Connect the words of the same category by drawing lines with your finger. 3.Level-based gameplay: Each level contains multiple categories of words, and the difficulty increases as you progress. Features: -Exercise and train your brain while increasing your vocabulary. -Massive number of levels, increasing in difficulty, with a certain level of challenge to clear. -Strategy game – connecting the wrong lines may trigger a game over, making the gameplay more challenging. -Rich variety of word categories, from simple names to complex insect species, covering a wide range of topics. -Take your time and go at your own pace – there are no time limits. So if you’re up for the challenge, download Words Sort now and test your skills and strategy!

About

3D Screw Pin

Engage in challenging 3D puzzles by screwing and spinning pins. With over 1000 levels, this game tests your spatial awareness and problem-solving skills. Compete with friends and unlock achievements in this intricate twist on color sorting.

Highlights
  • Screw and spin pins in 3D puzzles
  • Over 1000 challenging levels
  • Test spatial awareness and dexterity
  • Multiple game modes and difficulty levels
  • Unlock achievements and compete with friends
Features
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Get ready to embark on a journey of screws as you tackle intricate 3D puzzles in more than 1000+ different levels! This is the hard levels you ever wanted to challenge your skills! Remember there are always hidden screws beyond your thoughts! Key Features: 1. **Screw, Spin, Succeed:** Dive into a world of intricate 3D puzzles where every twist counts. Can you screw in all the pins? 2. **Master Each Level:** Challenge your spatial awareness and dexterity as you navigate through complex puzzles designed to test your problem-solving abilities. 3. **Varied Game Modes:** Choose your challenge with various game modes and difficulty levels. Explore at your own pace and enjoy the journey! 4. **Compete and Conquer:** Unlock achievements, set new high scores, and challenge your friends to a screw-pin showdown. "3D Screw Pin" is more than just a color sorting and puzzle game - it's a test of precision, strategy, and mastery that promises hours of engaging gameplay and a journey filled with challenges and triumphs. Are you ready to twist, turn, and conquer your way through the intricate world of screw pins?

Screenshots

Associated Word Sort4 screens
3D Screw Pin4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Associated Word Sort at 58% against 3D Screw Pin's 0%. Associated Word Sort also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and ratings volume (701 vs 163). 3D Screw Pin's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Associated Word Sort sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and 3D Screw Pin sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Associated Word Sort holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 701 and 163 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of Associated Word Sort's written reviews are positive against 0% of 3D Screw Pin's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Associated Word Sort ships an update every 2 weeks, 3D Screw Pin every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Associated Word Sort versus 3D Screw Pin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAssociated Word Sort3D Screw Pin
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (701 ratings) — better4.6 (163 ratings)
Positive reviews58.3% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings701 — better163
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size234 MB458 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperMirror of EmberChengdu Warrior Tech Limited

Customer experience

Associated Word Sort

All ratings697 ratings
Positive99.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.3%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive58.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative25.0%

3D Screw Pin

All ratings159 ratings
Positive89.9%
Neutral4.4%
Negative5.7%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral6.7%
Negative93.3%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Associated Word Sort

One-time10
  • Coin Pack 1$1.99
  • Lucky Gift$3.99
  • Piggy Bank$4.99
Show 7 more
  • Advanced Gift$6.99
  • Coin Pack 3$9.99
  • Deluxe Gift$9.99
  • No Ads$12.99
  • No Ads Pack$17.99
  • Coin Pack 4$19.99
  • Coin Pack 5$49.99
10 purchases

3D Screw Pin

One-time10
  • Start Gift$1.99
  • Shop Coin 1$1.99
  • Revive Gift$2.99
Show 7 more
  • BEGINNER BUNDLE$3.99
  • Shop Coin 2$4.99
  • NO ADS$6.99
  • MASTER BUNDLE$9.99
  • NO ADS Gift$9.99
  • Shop Coin 3$9.99
  • LEGENDARY BUNDLE$39.99

Questions

Is Associated Word Sort free?
Associated Word Sort is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 3D Screw Pin free?
3D Screw Pin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Associated Word Sort or 3D Screw Pin?
Associated Word Sort is rated higher. Associated Word Sort averages 5.0 out of 5 from 701 ratings, while 3D Screw Pin averages 4.6 from 163 ratings.
Do Associated Word Sort or 3D Screw Pin have ads?
Associated Word Sort shows ads; 3D Screw Pin does not.
Which is updated more often, Associated Word Sort or 3D Screw Pin?
Associated Word Sort ships an update every 2 weeks, and 3D Screw Pin every 3 weeks. Most recently, Associated Word Sort was updated on November 3, 2026 and 3D Screw Pin on November 5, 2026.

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