# Snake Knot vs Worm Stack

The clearest difference is update cadence: Worm Stack at every 2 weeks against Snake Knot's every 2 months. Snake Knot's advantage is ratings volume (7.9K vs 1.7K) and review sentiment (60% vs 52%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Snake Knot sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Worm Stack sells 12 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 — 4.8 for Snake Knot against 4.7 for Worm Stack. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7.9K and 1.7K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 60% of Snake Knot's written reviews are positive against 52% of Worm Stack's.

Snake Knot ships an update every 2 months, Worm Stack every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Snake Knot | Worm Stack |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (7.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snake-knot-sort-puzzle-game/id6452720328/reviews)** | [4.7 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/worm-stack-tap-away-3d/id6458926778/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.9K** | 1.7K |
| Positive reviews | **60.3% of reviews** | 52.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 255 MB | 255 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Freeplay LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1232320673) | [Black Candy LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1055971513) |

## What reviewers say

### Snake Knot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snake-knot-sort-puzzle-game/id6452720328)

Engage your puzzle-solving skills in this 3D game where you untangle and sort colorful snakes. Navigate through challenging levels with various obstacles and mechanics to unravel complex knots and become a sorting legend. Relax and unwind with satisfying gameplay at your own pace.

**Highlights:** 3D snake untangling puzzles, Color-sorting mechanics, Knot-tying challenges, Obstacle navigation (fences, saws, buttons), Relaxing, no-timer gameplay, Crisp graphics and cartoon design, Brainteaser for mental fitness

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Special | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Mesmerizing gameplay
- 🧠 Helps with concentration
- 🎨 Colorful and visually appealing
- 👍 Fun and relaxing game
- 🤔 Challenging but not frustrating

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Too many ads
- 🔇 No sound or audio
- 🤬 Ads still present even after paying to remove them
- 🤷‍♀️ Too easy for some players

**Reported bugs**

- Levels getting stuck at certain points
- Sound issues after returning to the game

**Requested features**

- Minimum moves indicator
- Sound effects and audio
- More challenging levels


### Worm Stack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/worm-stack-tap-away-3d/id6458926778)

Untangle colorful worms by tapping them to make them fly away. Rotate 3D mazes to find the best strategy and solve increasingly complex puzzles. This addictive game sharpens logic and critical thinking skills with its engaging gameplay and adorable graphics.

**Highlights:** Tap worms to make them fly away, Rotate 3D mazes, Progressive challenges with complex mazes, Strategic move planning, Adorable graphics and animations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Banner | $0.99 | one-time |
| Coins (500) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Coins(350) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Coins (1500) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Safety net | $2.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Coins (3000) | $2.99 | one-time |
| No Banner Package | $3.99 | one-time |
| Coins(1600) | $7.99 | one-time |
| Coins(3500) | $14.99 | one-time |
| Coins(17500) | $54.99 | one-time |
| Coins(35000) | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun game
- 🚀 No ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Game gets stuck frequently
- 🐛 Designs repeat, need more variety
- 🐛 Extras/skins not working after updates
- 🐛 Game freezes and crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Game gets stuck at certain levels
- Levels not loading or advancing properly
- Hint button disappearing after updates

**Requested features**

- New shapes and critters
- Pause/resume functionality
- Spending options for coins


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Snake Knot free?

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

### Is Worm Stack free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Snake Knot or Worm Stack?

Snake Knot is rated higher. Snake Knot averages 4.8 out of 5 from 7.9K ratings, while Worm Stack averages 4.7 from 1.7K ratings.

### Do Snake Knot or Worm Stack have ads?

Both Snake Knot and Worm Stack show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Snake Knot or Worm Stack?

Snake Knot ships an update every 2 months, and Worm Stack every 2 weeks. Most recently, Snake Knot was updated on October 30, 2026 and Worm Stack on October 30, 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.*