Comparison

Thread Match 3D 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

Thread Match 3D

Engage in a colorful puzzle adventure by matching threads to their corresponding containers. Sort screws by color to overcome increasingly difficult levels. Enjoy relaxing visuals and satisfying sounds in this creative gameplay experience.

Highlights
  • Match colorful threads to containers
  • Sort screws by color
  • Solve unique puzzle challenges
  • Relaxing visuals and sounds
  • Easy one-tap gameplay
Features
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Dive into a vibrant puzzle adventure where you match colorful threads to their same colored containers to solve unique challenges! Send correct screws depending on color and sort them all to tackle increasingly tricky levels. With relaxing visuals, satisfying sounds, and creative gameplay, Thread Match 3D is perfect for casual gamers and puzzle enthusiasts alike. Features: Easy one tap gameplay to unravel ropes and solve puzzles. Explore unique levels and vibrant visuals. Free-to-play!

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

Thread Match 3D4 screens
Knot Match4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Knot Match at 50% against Thread Match 3D's 0%. Knot Match also leads on rating (4.4 vs 3.3) and ratings volume (21 vs 3). Thread Match 3D's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14). On price, update cadence, ads 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

Both are free to download. Knot Match sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. Thread Match 3D asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Knot Match holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Knot Match has 21 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Thread Match 3D's written reviews are positive against 50% of Knot Match's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Thread Match 3D ships an update every 10 days, Knot Match every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 8, 2026 and August 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Thread Match 3D versus Knot Match: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThread Match 3DKnot Match
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (3 ratings)4.4 (21 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings321 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size184 MB182 MB
Age rating4++12
DeveloperDark Matter OyVirtual Projects

Customer experience

Thread Match 3D

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

Knot Match

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

In-app purchases

None

Thread Match 3D

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 Thread Match 3D free?
Thread Match 3D 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, Thread Match 3D or Knot Match?
Knot Match is rated higher. Thread Match 3D averages 3.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Knot Match averages 4.4 from 21 ratings.
Do Thread Match 3D or Knot Match have ads?
Both Thread Match 3D and Knot Match show ads.
Which is updated more often, Thread Match 3D or Knot Match?
Thread Match 3D ships an update every 10 days, and Knot Match every 2 weeks. Most recently, Thread Match 3D was updated on June 8, 2026 and Knot Match on August 23, 2026.

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