Comparison

Rummix vs KaruQ

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

Head to head
About

Rummix

This is an addictive card-matching puzzle game that blends strategy and number puzzles. Players match numbers to score points, but must be careful not to go too long without a match, or face a "Sudden Death Timer". It offers quick play sessions and endless replayability.

Highlights
  • Number-matching puzzle gameplay
  • Strategy and fast-paced decision-making
  • Sudden Death Timer for added pressure
  • Easy to learn, hard to master
  • Endless replayability
  • Minimalist and intuitive design
Features
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Rummix– The Ultimate Number-Matching Puzzle A fresh, addictive card-matching game that challenges your mind and reflexes! Rummix is a unique blend of strategy, number puzzles, and fast-paced decision-making. Inspired by Rummy and Threes, this game will test how far you can go before time runs out! Every move counts—match numbers, plan ahead, and stay in the game as long as possible. But be careful! If you go five moves without a match, the Sudden Death Timer starts, adding intense pressure. Can you keep up and set a new high score? Why You'll Love Rummix: Fast-Paced & Addictive – A unique twist on number-matching games that keeps you engaged. Easy to Learn, Hard to Master – Perfect for casual players and puzzle enthusiasts. Endless Replayability – Every match is different, keeping the challenge fresh. Minimalist & Intuitive Design – No distractions, just pure puzzle fun. Quick Play Sessions – Play anytime, anywhere, whether for a few minutes or a deep session. Love number games, card-matching puzzles, and strategy-based challenges? Rummix is the perfect brain teaser to test your skills. Download Rummix now and see how long you can last!

About

KaruQ

Engage in a unique math puzzle game where you defeat ghosts by matching numbers with flames. Merge, split, and add to flames to create the correct calculations. Explore over 190 puzzles, daily challenges, and a creative mode to build and share your own levels.

Highlights
  • Defeat ghosts with numerical flames
  • Merge and split flames for calculations
  • Over 190 unique puzzles
  • Daily challenge mode
  • Puzzle creation and sharing
  • QR code puzzle scanning
Features
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- Defeat the Ghosts with Calculations Ghosts with numbers will appear on the screen. You can defeat a ghost by hitting it with a flame that has the same number. Flames can be merged and split. Merging multiplies the numbers, and splitting divides them, allowing you to create various numbers. You can also add 1 to a flame using a matchstick. Use these actions to defeat the ghosts! - This game includes: Over 190 different puzzles A challenging "Daily Puzzle" mode with one new problem each day A "Puzzle Creation" mode (Create your own puzzles and share them with other players.) QR code scanning (Scan puzzles made by others or generate puzzles automatically from QR codes.) Four different graphic themes

Screenshots

Rummix4 screens
KaruQ4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Rummix at Free against KaruQ's $1.99. Rummix also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 14.0). KaruQ's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On ratings volume and device support 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

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

KaruQ holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 39 and 63 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of Rummix's written reviews are positive against 91% of KaruQ's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rummix ships an update every 6 days, KaruQ every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Rummix versus KaruQ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRummixKaruQ
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating4.6 (39 ratings)4.9 (63 ratings) — better
Positive reviews78.1% of reviews90.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3963 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size142 MB82 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperLuis ContrerasRyuji Kuwaki

Customer experience

Rummix

All ratings28 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral7.1%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews32 reviews
Positive78.1%
Neutral12.5%
Negative9.4%

KaruQ

All ratings63 ratings
Positive96.8%
Neutral3.2%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive90.9%
Neutral4.5%
Negative4.5%

Bugs and requests

Rummix

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Game not working after ads
  • Occasional crashes

Requested features

2 requests
  • Option to turn off card shaking
  • Dark mode option

KaruQ

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Rummix

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$2.99
None

KaruQ

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Rummix free?
Rummix is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is KaruQ free?
KaruQ costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Rummix or KaruQ?
KaruQ is rated higher. Rummix averages 4.6 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while KaruQ averages 4.9 from 63 ratings.
Do Rummix or KaruQ have ads?
Rummix shows ads; KaruQ does not.
Which is updated more often, Rummix or KaruQ?
Rummix ships an update every 6 days, and KaruQ every 3 months. Most recently, Rummix was updated on October 1, 2026 and KaruQ on October 30, 2026.

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