# Thread Match 3D vs Thread Rush!

The clearest difference is rating: Thread Rush! at 4.7 against Thread Match 3D's 3.3. Thread Rush! also leads on ratings volume (78 vs 3). Thread Match 3D's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

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

Thread Rush! holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Thread Rush! has 78 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

Thread Match 3D ships an update every 10 days, Thread Rush! every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 8, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Thread Match 3D | Thread Rush! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thread-match-3d/id6743304489/reviews) | **[4.7 (78 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thread-rush/id6745177952/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **78** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 184 MB | 387 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dark Matter Oy](https://appshunter.io/developer/985584975) | [Makemakex](https://appshunter.io/developer/1600051542) |

## What reviewers say

### Thread Match 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thread-match-3d/id6743304489)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Thread Rush!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thread-rush/id6745177952)

Engage in a satisfying puzzle game where you weave colorful yarns to complete intricate designs. Plan your moves carefully to match patterns, avoid crossing threads, and untangle complex layouts in a relaxing, visually pleasing experience.

**Highlights:** Relaxing puzzle gameplay, Smooth touch controls, Visually pleasing design, Smart logic challenges, Daily new puzzles, Customizable yarn styles

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coin 500 | $1.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Small Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Coin 2500 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| Coin 5000 | $10.99 | one-time |
| Small Bundle | $14.99 | one-time |
| Coin 12500 | $21.99 | one-time |
| Medium Bundle | $21.99 | one-time |
| Large Bundle | $31.99 | one-time |
| Coin 25000 | $38.99 | one-time |
| Coin 50000 | $74.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Thread Match 3D free?

Thread Match 3D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Thread Rush! free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Thread Match 3D or Thread Rush!?

Thread Rush! is rated higher. Thread Match 3D averages 3.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Thread Rush! averages 4.7 from 78 ratings.

### Do Thread Match 3D or Thread Rush! have ads?

Both Thread Match 3D and Thread Rush! show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Thread Match 3D or Thread Rush!?

Thread Match 3D ships an update every 10 days, and Thread Rush! every 3 weeks. Most recently, Thread Match 3D was updated on June 8, 2026 and Thread Rush! on September 15, 2026.

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