# Unloop Premium vs Simple Match 3

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Unloop Premium at none against Simple Match 3's 1. Unloop Premium also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and review sentiment (100% vs 90%). Simple Match 3's advantage is ratings volume (247 vs 16) and chart position (#35 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Unloop Premium costs $1.99 and Simple Match 3 $1.99 up front. Simple Match 3 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Unloop Premium asks for nothing beyond the download.

Unloop Premium holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple Match 3 has 247 ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Unloop Premium's written reviews are positive against 90% of Simple Match 3's.

Unloop Premium ships an update every 2 weeks, Simple Match 3 weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Unloop Premium | Simple Match 3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | $1.99 |
| Rating | **[5.0 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unloop-premium/id6469374987/reviews)** | [4.8 (247 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-match-3/id6482984389/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 16 | **247** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 90.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#35** |
| Size | 61 MB | 463 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jurij Galievskij](https://appshunter.io/developer/1624709666) | [Mulberry Tree Games, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1714124470) |

## What reviewers say

### Unloop Premium

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unloop-premium/id6469374987)

A minimalist puzzle game offering a calm and engaging experience. Solve 150 levels by eliminating blue portals at your own pace, with no distractions or intrusive elements. Enjoy a soothing soundtrack and boost your problem-solving skills.

**Highlights:** 150 unlocked puzzle levels, Calm and minimalist design, Distraction-free environment, Ambient soundtrack, Progressive difficulty, Stress relief

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Simple Match 3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-match-3/id6482984389)

**Currently charting:** #35 Top Paid · Casual, #46 Top Paid · Puzzle (US App Store)

This is a relaxing puzzle game where you swap tiles to make matches of three. Unlock hundreds of unique tiles, customize your game's appearance, and enjoy satisfying effects. It offers a peaceful experience without ads or excessive story elements.

**Highlights:** No ads or subscriptions, Hundreds of unique tiles, Customizable appearance, Daily levels with leaderboards, Zen Mode for relaxation, Satisfying visual effects, Achievements and boosters

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Simple Match 3 Gold | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best Match 3 Game
- 👍 Calming and Engaging
- 🔒 No Ads or IAPs
- 👍 Customizable Tiles
- 👍 Relaxing Music and Sound Effects

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs in Higher Levels
- 🐛 Impossible Levels Due to Missing Obstacles
- 🐛 Soft Locks with Rainbow Tiles
- 🐛 Reward Box Tapping Issue
- 🐛 Inconsistent Star Rating System

**Reported bugs**

- Levels with Missing Obstacles
- Reward Box Tapping Issue
- Inconsistent Star Rating System
- Soft Locks with Rainbow Tiles
- Crashes on Opening

**Requested features**

- Level Editor
- Endless/Survival Mode
- Improved Power-Up Interactions
- Hints or Shuffle Option
- Landscape Support for iPad


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Unloop Premium free?

Unloop Premium costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Simple Match 3 free?

Simple Match 3 costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Unloop Premium or Simple Match 3?

Unloop Premium is rated higher. Unloop Premium averages 5.0 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while Simple Match 3 averages 4.8 from 247 ratings.

### Do Unloop Premium or Simple Match 3 have ads?

Neither Unloop Premium nor Simple Match 3 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Unloop Premium or Simple Match 3?

Unloop Premium ships an update every 2 weeks, and Simple Match 3 weekly. Most recently, Unloop Premium was updated on September 30, 2026 and Simple Match 3 on October 14, 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.*