# Loop Stack vs Stud Pop

The clearest difference is ads: Stud Pop at none against Loop Stack's shown. Stud Pop also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 9 days). Loop Stack's advantage is ratings volume (15 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Loop Stack sells 14 one-off in-app purchases and Stud Pop sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Stud Pop holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Loop Stack has 15 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Loop Stack ships an update every 9 days, Stud Pop every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Loop Stack | Stud Pop |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loop-stack/id6743708033/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stud-pop-match-and-unbuild/id6761806468/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **15** | 2 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 260 MB | 193 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [UNICO STUDIO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1467451326) | [Kite Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1878111512) |

## What reviewers say

### Loop Stack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loop-stack/id6743708033)

A visually engaging puzzle game where players strategically stack and match colored threads. The objective is to complete stacks by connecting matching colors, offering a relaxing yet mentally stimulating experience as puzzles increase in difficulty.

**Highlights:** Drag and drop spools, Connect matching thread colors, Complete stacks to clear, Challenging puzzles, Relaxing gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Thanksgiving Treat | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Fail-Proof Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $6.99 | one-time |
| Essential Bundle 2 | $6.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Coins | $7.99 | one-time |
| No-Ads Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| 10000 Coins | $14.99 | one-time |
| Deluxe Bundle 2 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Premium Bundle 2 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 25000 Coins | $29.99 | one-time |
| 50000 Coins | $54.99 | one-time |
| 100000 Coins | $99.99 | one-time |


### Stud Pop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stud-pop-match-and-unbuild/id6761806468)

A relaxing block puzzle game where you move blocks into bins to clear the board. Enjoy satisfying gameplay with no timer or rush, focusing on smart choices and logic to solve each level.

**Highlights:** Move blocks into bins, Clear the board, Logic-based puzzles, No time limit, Intuitive controls, Satisfying block movement

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1,000 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| No-Ad Offer | $7.99 | one-time |
| Tiny Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| No-Ad Bundle | $11.99 | one-time |
| 10,000 Coins | $14.99 | one-time |
| 100,000 Coins | $14.99 | one-time |
| Middy Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| 25,000 Coins | $29.99 | one-time |
| Biggie Bundle | $29.99 | one-time |
| 50,000 Coins | $54.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Loop Stack free?

Loop Stack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Stud Pop free?

Stud Pop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Loop Stack or Stud Pop?

Stud Pop is rated higher. Loop Stack averages 4.6 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Stud Pop averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Loop Stack or Stud Pop have ads?

Loop Stack shows ads; Stud Pop does not.

### Which is updated more often, Loop Stack or Stud Pop?

Loop Stack ships an update every 9 days, and Stud Pop every 4 days. Most recently, Loop Stack was updated on September 17, 2026 and Stud Pop on September 20, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*