# Runner vs Tile Trio Match Puzzle

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Runner at 94% against Tile Trio Match Puzzle's 30%. Runner also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.7) and ads (none vs shown). Tile Trio Match Puzzle's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 42) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Runner sells 42 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Tile Trio Match Puzzle asks for nothing beyond the download.

Runner holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 599 and 324 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 94% of Runner's written reviews are positive against 30% of Tile Trio Match Puzzle's.

Runner ships an update weekly, Tile Trio Match Puzzle every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Runner | Tile Trio Match Puzzle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (599 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runner-runner/id6479695726/reviews)** | [3.7 (324 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tile-trio-match-puzzle/id6759955147/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **599** | 324 |
| Positive reviews | **93.8% of reviews** | 29.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | **#171** | — |
| Size | 696 MB | 137 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [XA Interactive Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1489800590) | [荣华 胡](https://appshunter.io/developer/1742677967) |

## What reviewers say

### Runner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runner-runner/id6479695726)

**Currently charting:** #171 Top Free · Adventure (US App Store)

Experience an exhilarating infinite runner game with vibrant landscapes and challenging obstacles. Compete globally for high scores and win real cash and prizes in daily, weekly, and monthly contests. Collect coins to unlock characters and power-ups.

**Highlights:** Endless running gameplay, Coin collection for unlocks, Obstacle dodging challenges, Global leaderboard competition, Win real cash and prizes, Daily bonus coins

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

**In-app purchases (42)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Auto Renew Subscription for a Month | $19.99 | per month |
| Nano Raid Shield | $0.99 | one-time |
| 20 Keys | $0.99 | one-time |
| 20 Shields | $0.99 | one-time |
| 20 Blasters | $0.99 | one-time |
| Event Purchase | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Dwight Character | $2.99 | one-time |
| Exclusive Avatar | $3.99 | one-time |
| 100 Keys New | $3.99 | one-time |
| Bundle 1 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Nymera Character | $4.99 | one-time |
| Kairos Character | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Raid System | $4.99 | one-time |
| Neon Rush | $4.99 | one-time |
| Event Extra Time | $4.99 | one-time |
| Limited Deals 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 100 Blasters | $4.99 | one-time |
| 100 Keys | $4.99 | one-time |
| 100 Shields | $4.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack 2 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Bundle 2 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Limited Deals 2 | $8.99 | one-time |
| 250 Blasters | $8.99 | one-time |
| 250 Shields | $8.99 | one-time |
| 250 Keys | $8.99 | one-time |
| Fate Token Bag. | $9.99 | one-time |
| Limited Deals 4 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack 3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 30,000 Coins | $14.99 | one-time |
| Fate Token Chest | $19.99 | one-time |
| Limited Deals 3 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack 4 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Bundle 3 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack 5 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 50,000 Coins | $29.99 | one-time |
| 100,000 Coins | $39.99 | one-time |
| Bundle 4 | $39.99 | one-time |
| 200,000 Coins | $49.99 | one-time |
| 300,000 Coins | $59.99 | one-time |
| BEST VALUE 500,000 Coins | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎉 Amazing game
- 🤑 Can win real cash and prizes
- 🎮 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Great graphics and visuals
- 👍 Smooth and responsive controls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Confusing gift card redemption process
- 🐛 Occasional technical issues and crashes
- 💰 High number of coins required for rewards

**Reported bugs**

- Live play mode not working consistently
- Difficulty joining events or tournaments

**Requested features**

- More gift card options (Walmart, Target, etc.)
- Ability to cash out directly to payment apps (PayPal, CashApp)


### Tile Trio Match Puzzle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tile-trio-match-puzzle/id6759955147)

A relaxing and addictive triple tile matching game where players tap to select three identical tiles to clear them. The goal is to remove all tiles from the board to complete increasingly challenging levels. It's designed to train your brain and sharpen focus with casual gameplay.

**Highlights:** Triple tile matching gameplay, Hundreds of unique levels, Offline play support, Relaxing visuals, Brain training and focus sharpening, Easy to learn, hard to master

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Runner free?

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

### Is Tile Trio Match Puzzle free?

Tile Trio Match Puzzle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Runner or Tile Trio Match Puzzle?

Runner is rated higher. Runner averages 4.8 out of 5 from 599 ratings, while Tile Trio Match Puzzle averages 3.7 from 324 ratings.

### Do Runner or Tile Trio Match Puzzle have ads?

Tile Trio Match Puzzle shows ads; Runner does not.

### Which is updated more often, Runner or Tile Trio Match Puzzle?

Runner ships an update weekly, and Tile Trio Match Puzzle every 2 months. Most recently, Runner was updated on October 27, 2026 and Tile Trio Match Puzzle on October 24, 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.*