# Hatcher vs Simple Match 3

The clearest difference is price: Hatcher at Free against Simple Match 3's $1.99. Hatcher also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and review sentiment (100% vs 90%). Simple Match 3's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (258 vs 3). On update cadence, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Hatcher is free to download; Simple Match 3 costs $1.99 up front. Hatcher sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Simple Match 3 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Hatcher 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 258 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Hatcher's written reviews are positive against 90% of Simple Match 3's.

Hatcher ships an update every 9 days, Simple Match 3 weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hatcher | Simple Match 3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $1.99 |
| Rating | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hatcher-match-3-bubble-blast/id6470326000/reviews)** | [4.8 (258 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-match-3/id6482984389/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **258** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 89.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#70** |
| Size | 245 MB | 463 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pro Games Software LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1713435767) | [Mulberry Tree Games, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1714124470) |

## What reviewers say

### Hatcher

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hatcher-match-3-bubble-blast/id6470326000)

A match-3 puzzle game where players level up abilities by making matches to hatch items. Strategize your ability choices and overcome unique level challenges to progress through worlds and unlock new features. Compete on leaderboards and in AI challenges.

**Highlights:** Ability-based match-3 gameplay, Level up and choose new abilities, Unique level strategies, Unlock over 50 levels, Survival Mode, AI Challenge mode, Farm and marketplace features

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 80 Gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| 500 Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1200 Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2500 Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| 6500 Gems | $49.99 | one-time |
| 14000 Gems | $99.99 | one-time |


### Simple Match 3

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

**Currently charting:** #70 Top Paid · Casual, #77 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 Hatcher free?

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

### Is Simple Match 3 free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Hatcher or Simple Match 3?

Hatcher is rated higher. Hatcher averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Simple Match 3 averages 4.8 from 258 ratings.

### Do Hatcher or Simple Match 3 have ads?

Hatcher shows ads; Simple Match 3 does not.

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

Hatcher ships an update every 9 days, and Simple Match 3 weekly. Most recently, Hatcher was updated on October 22, 2026 and Simple Match 3 on October 27, 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.*