# Word Sort Master vs Association Master

The clearest difference is rating: Association Master at 4.7 against Word Sort Master's 3.1. Association Master also leads on review sentiment (48% vs 22%) and ratings volume (13K vs 17). Word Sort Master's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 17) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Association Master sells 15 one-off in-app purchases. Word Sort Master asks for nothing beyond the download.

Association Master holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Association Master has 13K ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 22% of Word Sort Master's written reviews are positive against 48% of Association Master's.

Word Sort Master ships an update weekly, Association Master fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Word Sort Master | Association Master |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-sort-master/id6742132738/reviews) | **[4.7 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/association-master-word-game/id6742409587/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 17 | **13K** |
| Positive reviews | 22.2% of reviews | **48.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 225 MB | 414 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Guangzhou GongchengShi Technology Co.,Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1752971466) | [SayGames LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1551847165) |

## What reviewers say

### Word Sort Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-sort-master/id6742132738)

Engage in a fun word sorting game where you categorize words by dragging them into their correct groups. This puzzle challenges your logic and expands your vocabulary with various themes. Enjoy immersive gameplay with minimal ads and endless fun.

**Highlights:** Word categorization gameplay, Logic and critical thinking enhancement, Vocabulary expansion, Simple drag-and-drop controls, Immersive gameplay experience, Endless word connection challenges

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Association Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/association-master-word-game/id6742409587)

This game challenges you to find connections between sets of four words or items. Progress through increasingly complex puzzles to build your vocabulary and sharpen your mind. Enjoy a relaxing, low-stress experience with no timers.

**Highlights:** Uncover sets of associated words/items, Categories from bullfighting to tree parts, Increasing puzzle complexity, Jumbled word lists to categorize, Hints and help available, No timer for relaxed play

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coins 500 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special Coins Offer Small | $2.99 | one-time |
| Finish Topic 10 Special | $2.99 | one-time |
| Finish Topic 10 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 10+10 Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Topic Hint 20 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Topic Hint 10 + Words Hint 10 | $4.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Offer | $6.99 | one-time |
| Coins 3500 | $6.99 | one-time |
| 20+20 Offer | $7.99 | one-time |
| Topic Hint 20 + Words Hint 20 | $7.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |
| Finish Topic 50 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Words Hint 50 | $9.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Bundle 2 | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great word puzzle game
- 👍 Loving the game
- 👍 Very good educational game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🙄 Too many ads
- 🙄 No free hints
- 🙄 Repeats the same words a lot

**Reported bugs**

- Game goes to a different language chapter after completing a chapter
- Purchased hints not delivered

**Requested features**

- Allow users to see the category of the final tiles
- Give help bonuses at level completions, bonus rounds, and daily claims


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Word Sort Master free?

Word Sort Master is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Association Master free?

Association Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Word Sort Master or Association Master?

Association Master is rated higher. Word Sort Master averages 3.1 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while Association Master averages 4.7 from 13K ratings.

### Do Word Sort Master or Association Master have ads?

Association Master shows ads; Word Sort Master does not.

### Which is updated more often, Word Sort Master or Association Master?

Word Sort Master ships an update weekly, and Association Master fortnightly. Most recently, Word Sort Master was updated on October 24, 2026 and Association Master on October 31, 2026.

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