# Simple Match 3 vs Spellist

The clearest difference is rating: Simple Match 3 at 4.8 against Spellist's 4.0. Simple Match 3 also leads on ratings volume (247 vs 1) and chart position (#37 vs unranked). Spellist's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (100% vs 90%). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

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

Simple Match 3 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple Match 3 has 247 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 90% of Simple Match 3's written reviews are positive against 100% of Spellist's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Simple Match 3 ships an update weekly, Spellist every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple Match 3 | Spellist |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | $1.99 |
| Rating | **[4.8 (247 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-match-3/id6482984389/reviews)** | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spellist/id6758681504/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **247** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 90.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#37** | — |
| Size | 463 MB | 90 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Mulberry Tree Games, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1714124470) | [Oori Data LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1874420433) |

## What reviewers say

### Simple Match 3

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

**Currently charting:** #37 Top Paid · Casual, #53 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


### Spellist

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spellist/id6758681504)

Engage in a vibrant word puzzle game with hundreds of offline boards and competitive multiplayer challenges. Test your vocabulary and strategic thinking in this fast-paced twist on classic word searches.

**Highlights:** Hundreds of offline word puzzle boards, Quick-fire 4x4 to complex 6x6 grids, Global real-time PvP multiplayer, Leaderboards for competitive ranking, Live event feed for real-time action, Scheduled live multiplayer rounds

**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 Spellist free?

Spellist costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

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

Simple Match 3 is rated higher. Simple Match 3 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 247 ratings, while Spellist averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.

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

Neither Simple Match 3 nor Spellist shows ads.

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

Simple Match 3 ships an update weekly, and Spellist every 5 days. Most recently, Simple Match 3 was updated on October 14, 2026 and Spellist on October 8, 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.*