# Match Collector vs DragBlock!

The clearest difference is ads: DragBlock! at none against Match Collector's shown. DragBlock! also leads on update cadence (daily vs fortnightly). Match Collector's advantage is ratings volume (55K vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.4). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Match Collector sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and DragBlock! sells 10 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 — 4.9 for Match Collector against 5.0 for DragBlock!. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Match Collector has 55K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Match Collector ships an update fortnightly, DragBlock! daily. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Match Collector | DragBlock! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (55K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-collector/id6462309005/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dragblock/id6762696921/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **55K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 79.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 260 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 26.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Staple Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1454538415) | [Steves Sestari](https://appshunter.io/developer/1889059405) |

## What reviewers say

### Match Collector

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-collector/id6462309005)

Engage in a dynamic match-3 puzzle experience with a unique collection mechanic. Earn experience to unlock rare tiles and use free power-ups to overcome engaging obstacles and challenges. Enjoy commentary and assistance from an in-game character.

**Highlights:** Match-3 puzzle gameplay, Collect rare, epic, and legendary tiles, Earn experience points, Free power-ups from balloons, Obstacles like crates and glass, In-game character commentary and assistance

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pack | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and cute gameplay
- 👍 Charming British narrator
- 🔒 No microtransactions or in-app purchases
- 💡 Relaxing and stress-free experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Ads become frequent after early levels
- 🔋 Ads interrupt gameplay too often
- 👎 Misleading advertising about ad frequency

**Reported bugs**

- Progress loss for some users
- Suggested moves appear too quickly

**Requested features**

- Option to pay for ad-free version
- More level variety and difficulty progression
- Ability to customize tile selection


### DragBlock!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dragblock/id6762696921)

This puzzle game offers six unique modes, including classic, timed, and adventure challenges. Compete against others in real-time multiplayer or customize your experience with unlockable visual themes. Enjoy pure, strategic block-dropping gameplay with no ads or artificial limits.

**Highlights:** Six unique game modes, Real-time multiplayer, 20-level adventure mode, Unlockable visual themes, No ads or energy timers, Offline play for Classic Mode

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pastel Skin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Crystal Skin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Sunset Skin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rewind Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Photo Skin | $1.99 | one-time |
| Expert Mode | $3.99 | one-time |
| Adventure Mode | $4.99 | one-time |
| Infinite Mode | $5.99 | one-time |
| Challenge Mode | $5.99 | one-time |
| Bomb Mode | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Match Collector free?

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

### Is DragBlock! free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Match Collector or DragBlock!?

DragBlock! is rated higher. Match Collector averages 4.9 out of 5 from 55K ratings, while DragBlock! averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Match Collector or DragBlock! have ads?

Match Collector shows ads; DragBlock! does not.

### Which is updated more often, Match Collector or DragBlock!?

Match Collector ships an update fortnightly, and DragBlock! daily. Most recently, Match Collector was updated on October 17, 2026 and DragBlock! on October 8, 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.*