# Simple Match 3 vs Neon Labyrinth

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Neon Labyrinth at none against Simple Match 3's 1. Neon Labyrinth also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 90%) and price ($0.99 vs $1.99). Simple Match 3's advantage is ratings volume (257 vs 17) and chart position (#47 vs #198). On rating, update cadence, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Simple Match 3 costs $1.99 and Neon Labyrinth $0.99 up front. Simple Match 3 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Neon Labyrinth asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Simple Match 3 against 4.8 for Neon Labyrinth. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple Match 3 has 257 ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 90% of Simple Match 3's written reviews are positive against 100% of Neon Labyrinth's.

Simple Match 3 ships an update weekly, Neon Labyrinth every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple Match 3 | Neon Labyrinth |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **$0.99** |
| Rating | **[4.8 (257 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-match-3/id6482984389/reviews)** | [4.8 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neon-labyrinth/id6744569015/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **257** | 17 |
| Positive reviews | 89.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 11 days |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#47** | #198 |
| Size | 463 MB | 110 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mulberry Tree Games, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1714124470) | [Karl Mcclendon](https://appshunter.io/developer/1587810759) |

## What reviewers say

### Simple Match 3

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

**Currently charting:** #47 Top Paid · Casual, #55 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


### Neon Labyrinth

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neon-labyrinth/id6744569015)

**Currently charting:** #198 Top Paid · Puzzle (US App Store)

Navigate through 60 neon-lit mazes with precise swipe controls. Collect all the dots, avoid traps, and beat the clock in this retro-style puzzle game. Enjoy instant retries and the ability to skip challenging levels.

**Highlights:** 60 neon mazes, Precise swipe controls, Collect all dots, Beat the clock, Instant retries, Skip mazes, Offline play

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple Match 3 free?

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

### Is Neon Labyrinth free?

Neon Labyrinth costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Simple Match 3 or Neon Labyrinth?

Simple Match 3 is rated higher. Simple Match 3 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 257 ratings, while Neon Labyrinth averages 4.8 from 17 ratings.

### Do Simple Match 3 or Neon Labyrinth have ads?

Neither Simple Match 3 nor Neon Labyrinth shows ads.

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

Simple Match 3 ships an update weekly, and Neon Labyrinth every 11 days. Most recently, Simple Match 3 was updated on November 8, 2026 and Neon Labyrinth on November 5, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Simple Match 3 or Neon Labyrinth?

Simple Match 3 currently peaks at #47 in the App Store charts, and Neon Labyrinth at #198. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*