Comparison

Threads Out vs Knot Match

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

Head to head
About

Threads Out

A unique puzzle game where players untangle threads connected to objects. Carefully sort and dismantle shapes without overfilling the dock area. It offers a relaxing yet engaging experience with smooth animations and satisfying mechanics.

Highlights
  • Untangle connected threads
  • Sort and dismantle shapes
  • Avoid overfilling the dock
  • Increasingly complex puzzles
  • Smooth animations
  • Satisfying mechanics
Features
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Unravel the knots and clear the board in Threads Out, a unique puzzle game that challenges your logic and precision. Untangle the threads connected to larger objects, sort them carefully, and dismantle the entire shape—without overfilling the dock area.Think ahead, plan your moves, and work through increasingly complex puzzles. With smooth animations and satisfying mechanics, Threads Out offers a relaxing yet engaging experience. Can you untangle every challenge? Play now and find out!

About

Knot Match

A colorful 3D puzzle game where you untangle threads by matching colors. Tap to collect knotted threads, strategize your moves, and use boosters to clear the board and bring order to the chaos.

Highlights
  • 3D thread-matching puzzle
  • Intuitive tap mechanics
  • Strategic slot and booster use
  • Satisfying visual effects
  • New levels added weekly
  • Handcrafted objects
Features
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Unwind the knots, clear the board! Knot Match is a relaxing and colorful thread puzzle where your goal is simple: tap to collect knotted threads, match three of the same color, and keep your board clean! Each satisfying tap unknots a thread and sends it flying into its matching box. But be careful — space is limited, and strategy matters. Use boosters, rotate the 3D object, and plan your next move to master each level! How to Play: • Tap knots to release threads and match 3 of the same color in their colored box • Use drag controls to rotate the object and spot hidden knots • Store extra threads in temporary slots — don’t let them all fill up! • Use boosters like Shuffle, Magnet, and Broom when you’re in a bind Features: • Unique 3D thread-matching puzzle with intuitive tap mechanics • Satisfying visual effects and smooth animations • Strategic use of slots and boosters for depth and replayability • New relaxing levels added weekly • Beautiful handcrafted objects full of hidden knots Why You'll Love It: • Simple to play, challenging to master • Great for relaxing, focusing, and unwinding • A satisfying way to turn chaos into calm • Always fresh with frequent updates and new puzzles Start untying, matching, and relaxing. Download Knot Match and bring order to the tangle!

Screenshots

Threads Out4 screens
Knot Match4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Knot Match at 50% against Threads Out's 0%. Knot Match also leads on rating (4.4 vs 2.4) and ratings volume (21 vs 5). Threads Out's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Knot Match sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. Threads Out asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Knot Match holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 21 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Threads Out's written reviews are positive against 50% of Knot Match's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Threads Out ships an update every 2 days, Knot Match every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 4, 2026 and August 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Threads Out versus Knot Match: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThreads OutKnot Match
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (5 ratings)4.4 (21 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings521 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size238 MB182 MB
Age rating12++12
DeveloperHOLAGO BILISIM TEKNOLOJILERI YAZILIM DANISMANLIK TICARET ANONIM SIRKETIVirtual Projects

Customer experience

Threads Out

All ratings5 ratings
Positive20.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative60.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative50.0%

Knot Match

All ratings21 ratings
Positive81.0%
Neutral9.5%
Negative9.5%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Threads Out

No in-app purchases

13 purchases

Knot Match

One-time13
  • Travel Deal$0.99
  • Mini Coin Pack$1.99
  • Starter Pack$2.99
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  • Small Coin Pack$7.99
  • No Ads$7.99
  • Big Pack$9.99
  • Medium Coin Pack$14.99
  • Super Pack$19.99
  • Mega Pack$29.99
  • Coin Pack 4$29.99
  • Special Pack2 variants$39.99
  • Coin Pack 5$54.99
  • Mega Coin Pack$99.99

Questions

Is Threads Out free?
Threads Out is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Knot Match free?
Knot Match is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Threads Out or Knot Match?
Knot Match is rated higher. Threads Out averages 2.4 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Knot Match averages 4.4 from 21 ratings.
Do Threads Out or Knot Match have ads?
Both Threads Out and Knot Match show ads.
Which is updated more often, Threads Out or Knot Match?
Threads Out ships an update every 2 days, and Knot Match every 2 weeks. Most recently, Threads Out was updated on June 4, 2026 and Knot Match on August 23, 2026.

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