# Association Master vs Word MindSort

Association Master and Word MindSort both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 48% of Association Master's written reviews are positive against 23% of Word MindSort's. Word MindSort's advantage is chart position (#120 vs unranked) and update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Association Master sells 15 one-off in-app purchases and Word MindSort sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Association Master against 4.6 for Word MindSort. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13K and 8.5K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 48% of Association Master's written reviews are positive against 23% of Word MindSort's.

Association Master ships an update fortnightly, Word MindSort weekly. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Association Master | Word MindSort |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/association-master-word-game/id6742409587/reviews)** | [4.6 (8.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-mindsort-solitaire/id6754582928/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 8.5K |
| Positive reviews | **48.0% of reviews** | 23.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#120** |
| Size | 414 MB | 165 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SayGames LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1551847165) | [Teewee Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1573755136) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Word MindSort

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-mindsort-solitaire/id6754582928)

**Currently charting:** #120 Top Grossing · Word, #197 Top Free · Word (US App Store)

This app blends classic solitaire card mechanics with engaging word puzzles. Match words by meaning, sort them into categories, and test your vocabulary and logic in a relaxing yet challenging experience.

**Highlights:** Word puzzles mixed with solitaire logic, Match words by meaning, Sort words into categories, Unique Joker mechanics, No time limits, Handcrafted levels

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Nova Value Items | $1.99 | one-time |
| Start Value Items | $2.99 | one-time |
| Special Value Items | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $7.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $9.99 | one-time |
| Classic Value Items | $14.99 | one-time |
| Exclusive Value Items | $19.99 | one-time |
| Advanced Value Items | $29.99 | one-time |
| Superior Value Items | $54.99 | one-time |
| Master Value Items | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Association Master free?

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

### Is Word MindSort free?

Word MindSort is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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

Association Master is rated higher. Association Master averages 4.7 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Word MindSort averages 4.6 from 8.5K ratings.

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

Both Association Master and Word MindSort show ads.

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

Association Master ships an update fortnightly, and Word MindSort weekly. Most recently, Association Master was updated on October 26, 2026 and Word MindSort on October 26, 2026.

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