Comparison

MACA and RONI vs Matching Diary

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

MACA and RONI

Embark on a match-3 puzzle adventure in a wacky inventor's lab. Solve puzzles, collect parts, and complete inventions with cute scientists. Discover new gimmicks, mini-games, and disaster modes.

Highlights
  • Match-3 puzzle gameplay
  • Collect parts for inventions
  • Unique blocker designs
  • Combo system and collectibles
  • Thousands of stages
  • Real-time ranking competition
Features
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MACA and RONI : Match 3 Lab A Match 3 puzzle adventure in the lab of cute and wacky inventors! Complete your invention by solving puzzles and collecting parts with cute rookie scientists Maca and Roni! New gimmicks and various mini-games that appear as you clear puzzles! various disaster modes and event are also waiting! Unique blocker design concept. A match 3 puzzle game full of interesting blockers based on original animation! Combo system and collectibles Depending on combos you make, various collectibles will appear. Invention system You can collect blueprints and various parts to invent items that enhances boosts! Thousands of stages and continous updates every month! Experience a variety of puzzle gimmicks and different challenge modes. Competition with users around the world and real-time ranking competition! Collaborate with your friends or set your own record. MACA and RONI are with you!

About

Matching Diary

Engage in a casual puzzle game that blends match-3 mechanics with card collection and merge elements. Challenge yourself with various modes, collect hundreds of unique cards to create illustrations, and join a guild for social interaction and rewards. Compete for top rankings and earn season prizes.

Highlights
  • Classic match-3 gameplay
  • Card collection and illustration creation
  • Merge elements
  • Multiple game modes
  • Guild system for social interaction
  • Real-time personal rankings
  • Season rewards
Features
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This is a casual game that perfectly combines classic match-3 gameplay with rich card collection and other merge elements. Whether you are a strategy enthusiast who likes to challenge yourself or a creative player who is keen on collecting, it can bring you endless fun and surprises. [Core gameplay: puzzle matching challenge] 1. Classic match-3: Complete the level goal by matching three or more identical elements and enjoy a relaxing and pleasant gaming experience. 2. Multiple modes: Provide multiple modes such as time-limited challenges and moving obstacles, allowing you to exercise your reaction speed and thinking ability in different situations. [Card collection: create exclusive illustrations] 1. Massive cards: There are more than hundreds of unique cards in the game. 2. Rarity unlocking: Continuously explore and collect rare cards to gradually enrich your collection illustrations. [Guild system: meet like-minded friends] 1. Join a guild: Form a powerful guild with global players and exchange experiences here. 2. Guild activities: Regularly held team missions and other activities can not only enhance the friendship between members, but also win generous rewards. [Ranking function: competition and honor] 1. Personal ranking: According to your performance at each level, the personal record ranking is updated in real time to encourage you to constantly break through yourself. 2. Season rewards: After each season, precious props and titles are issued according to the ranking to show your strength. Start a wonderful journey that combines puzzle matching challenges, card collection, and social interaction! More exciting content is waiting for you to discover, come and join our vibrant game world!

Screenshots

MACA and RONI4 screens
Matching Diary4 screens

Verdict

The call

MACA and RONI and Matching Diary both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 80% of MACA and RONI's written reviews are positive against 17% of Matching Diary's. Matching Diary's advantage is ratings volume (170 vs 31) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. MACA and RONI sells 12 one-off in-app purchases and Matching Diary sells 18 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for MACA and RONI against 4.7 for Matching Diary. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Matching Diary has 170 ratings behind it against 31, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of MACA and RONI's written reviews are positive against 17% of Matching Diary's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MACA and RONI ships an update fortnightly, Matching Diary every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
MACA and RONI versus Matching Diary: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMACA and RONIMatching Diary
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (31 ratings)4.7 (170 ratings) — better
Positive reviews80.0% of reviews — better16.7% of reviews
Number of ratings31170 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size248 MB884 MB
Age rating4+12+
Developer펑키바인JOYPLAY PTE.LTD.

Customer experience

MACA and RONI

All ratings31 ratings
Positive93.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.5%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%

Matching Diary

All ratings171 ratings
Positive93.0%
Neutral3.5%
Negative3.5%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive16.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

12 purchases

MACA and RONI

One-time12
  • SpecialGoldSale$0.49
  • Sale Package 1$0.99
  • heart pack 1$0.99
Show 9 more
  • Gold pack1$0.99
  • Sale Package 2$1.39
  • Coin pack 1$1.99
  • genius package$4.99
  • Coin pack 2$5.99
  • Gold pack 3$6.99
  • Science Pass$8.99
  • researcher package$9.99
  • professor package$14.99
18 purchases

Matching Diary

One-time18
  • Shop Product 1$0.99
  • Shop Product 2$1.99
  • Shop Product 3$2.99
Show 15 more
  • Shop Product 4$3.99
  • Shop Product 5$4.99
  • Remove Ads$6.99
  • Shop Product 7$6.99
  • Shop Product 8$7.99
  • Shop Product 10$9.99
  • Shop Product 15$14.99
  • Shop Product 20$19.99
  • Shop Product 25$24.99
  • Shop Product 30$29.99
  • Shop Product 40$39.99
  • Shop Product 50$49.99
  • Shop Product 55$54.99
  • Shop Product 80$79.99
  • Shop Product 100$99.99

Questions

Is MACA and RONI free?
MACA and RONI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Matching Diary free?
Matching Diary is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MACA and RONI or Matching Diary?
Matching Diary is rated higher. MACA and RONI averages 4.5 out of 5 from 31 ratings, while Matching Diary averages 4.7 from 170 ratings.
Do MACA and RONI or Matching Diary have ads?
Neither MACA and RONI nor Matching Diary shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MACA and RONI or Matching Diary?
MACA and RONI ships an update fortnightly, and Matching Diary every 2 weeks. Most recently, MACA and RONI was updated on October 27, 2026 and Matching Diary on October 22, 2026.

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