# Simple Match 3 vs Simple Match Three

The clearest difference is price: Simple Match Three at Free against Simple Match 3's $1.99. Simple Match Three also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Simple Match 3's advantage is ratings volume (247 vs 4) and chart position (#89 vs unranked). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Simple Match Three is free to download; Simple Match 3 costs $1.99 up front. Simple Match 3 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Simple Match Three asks for nothing beyond the download.

Simple Match Three 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 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 90% of Simple Match 3's written reviews are positive against 100% of Simple Match Three's.

Simple Match 3 ships an update weekly, Simple Match Three every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple Match 3 | Simple Match Three |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.8 (247 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-match-3/id6482984389/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-match-three/id6756855919/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **247** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 90.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#89** | — |
| Size | 463 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mulberry Tree Games, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1714124470) | [Joe Blough](https://appshunter.io/developer/327018371) |

## What reviewers say

### Simple Match 3

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

**Currently charting:** #89 Top Paid · Casual, #113 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


### Simple Match Three

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-match-three/id6756855919)

Engage in over 100 levels of vibrant puzzle challenges. Swap and match colorful gems to create powerful combos and unwind with this engaging game.

**Highlights:** Over 100 levels, Match gems, Trigger magical combos, Relaxing gameplay

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

**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 Simple Match Three free?

Simple Match Three is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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

Simple Match Three is rated higher. Simple Match 3 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 247 ratings, while Simple Match Three averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

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

Neither Simple Match 3 nor Simple Match Three shows ads.

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

Simple Match 3 ships an update weekly, and Simple Match Three every 3 days. Most recently, Simple Match 3 was updated on October 17, 2026 and Simple Match Three on October 18, 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.*