# Balloon Match vs Thread Jam

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Balloon Match at none against Thread Jam's 14. Balloon Match also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Thread Jam sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. Balloon Match asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Balloon Match | Thread Jam |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[4.8 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thread-jam-untangle-3d-ropes/id6736898352/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **11K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 52.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Monthly |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 287 MB | 427 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TINKERBOX YAZILIM SANAYI VE TICARET LIMITED SIRKETI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1530011147) | [SayGames LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1551847165) |

## What reviewers say

### Balloon Match

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/balloon-match/id6736893963)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Thread Jam

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thread-jam-untangle-3d-ropes/id6736898352)

Untangle colorful threads by matching them to their respective areas on fabric. Solve intricate knot puzzles to create beautiful embroidered pictures. Enjoy a relaxing and creative experience with no timers or pressure.

**Highlights:** Untangle 3D rope knots, Match colorful threads, Create embroidered pictures, Solve intricate puzzles, Relaxing gameplay, Creative art creation

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Mini Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Progression Offer 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank | $4.99 | one-time |
| Hard Level Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Second Chance Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coins | $7.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Big Coins | $14.99 | one-time |
| Large Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Huge Coins | $29.99 | one-time |
| Giant Pack | $39.99 | one-time |
| Massive Coins | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and relaxing game
- 🎨 Beautiful artwork and pictures
- ⏱️ Fast lives restoration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Difficult to progress without spending money
- 🔀 Repetitive levels and pictures
- 🤔 Lack of skill involved

**Reported bugs**

- Certain levels impossible to beat without paying
- Accidental power-up purchases due to poor UI placement

**Requested features**

- Gallery to view completed pictures
- More variety in levels and pictures


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Balloon Match free?

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

### Is Thread Jam free?

Thread Jam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Balloon Match or Thread Jam have ads?

Both Balloon Match and Thread Jam show ads.

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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.*