Comparison

Associated Word Sort vs Mahjong Tile Bloom

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

Head to head
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

Mahjong Tile Bloom

Experience a fresh take on match-3 puzzles where you first synthesize new tiles by combining primary colors before eliminating them. Navigate vibrant levels with unique challenges, power-ups, and strategic depth.

Highlights
  • Innovative synthesis and elimination mechanics
  • Vivid 8x8 dynamic game board
  • Challenging levels with objectives
  • Special elements and obstacles
  • Progress saving
  • Intuitive UI
Features
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This app is a unique puzzle match-3 game based on the principle of "creation before elimination." Unlike traditional match-3 games, players cannot directly eliminate primary elements (red, yellow, blue). Instead, you must combine two different primary elements to synthesize advanced elements (orange, green, purple), then match and eliminate these advanced elements to complete each level's objectives. With vibrant visuals inspired by painter's palettes and alchemical magic, each level introduces new challenges, special power-ups, and strategic depth. Enjoy smooth animations, clever mechanics, and a fresh twist on the classic match-3 genre! Key Features: Innovative synthesis & elimination mechanics 8x8 dynamic game board with vivid visuals Challenging levels with clear objectives and move limits Special elements & obstacles for advanced strategies Progress saving and intuitive UI

Screenshots

Associated Word Sort4 screens
Mahjong Tile Bloom4 screens

Verdict

The call

Associated Word Sort and Mahjong Tile Bloom both sit at 5.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 58% of Associated Word Sort's written reviews are positive against 0% of Mahjong Tile Bloom's. Associated Word Sort also leads on ratings volume (701 vs 103) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). Mahjong Tile Bloom's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, update cadence and device support 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. Mahjong Tile Bloom asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Associated Word Sort holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Associated Word Sort has 701 ratings behind it against 103, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of Associated Word Sort's written reviews are positive against 0% of Mahjong Tile Bloom's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Associated Word Sort ships an update every 2 weeks, Mahjong Tile Bloom fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Associated Word Sort versus Mahjong Tile Bloom: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAssociated Word SortMahjong Tile Bloom
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (701 ratings) — better4.8 (103 ratings)
Positive reviews58.3% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings701 — better103
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size234 MB69 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperMirror of Ember晓霞 张

Customer experience

Associated Word Sort

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

Mahjong Tile Bloom

All ratings103 ratings
Positive95.1%
Neutral1.0%
Negative3.9%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Associated Word Sort

One-time10
  • Coin Pack 1$1.99
  • Lucky Gift$3.99
  • Piggy Bank$4.99
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  • 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
None

Mahjong Tile Bloom

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Associated Word Sort free?
Associated Word Sort is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mahjong Tile Bloom free?
Mahjong Tile Bloom is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Associated Word Sort or Mahjong Tile Bloom?
Associated Word Sort is rated higher. Associated Word Sort averages 5.0 out of 5 from 701 ratings, while Mahjong Tile Bloom averages 4.8 from 103 ratings.
Do Associated Word Sort or Mahjong Tile Bloom have ads?
Associated Word Sort shows ads; Mahjong Tile Bloom does not.
Which is updated more often, Associated Word Sort or Mahjong Tile Bloom?
Associated Word Sort ships an update every 2 weeks, and Mahjong Tile Bloom fortnightly. Most recently, Associated Word Sort was updated on November 3, 2026 and Mahjong Tile Bloom on November 8, 2026.

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