# Knot Match vs Thread Rush!

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Knot Match at 50% against Thread Rush!'s 0%. Knot Match also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Thread Rush!'s advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and ratings volume (78 vs 21). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Knot Match sells 13 one-off in-app purchases and Thread Rush! sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Thread Rush! holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 21 and 78 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of Knot Match's written reviews are positive against 0% of Thread Rush!'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Knot Match ships an update every 2 weeks, Thread Rush! every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 23, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Knot Match | Thread Rush! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knot-match/id6744096181/reviews) | **[4.7 (78 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thread-rush/id6745177952/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 21 | **78** |
| Positive reviews | **50.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 182 MB | 387 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | +12 | 4+ |
| Developer | [Virtual Projects](https://appshunter.io/developer/1654921012) | [Makemakex](https://appshunter.io/developer/1600051542) |

## What reviewers say

### Knot Match

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knot-match/id6744096181)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Travel Deal | $0.99 | one-time |
| Mini Coin Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Small Coin Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $7.99 | one-time |
| Big Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coin Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| Super Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 4 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Special Pack | $39.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 5 | $54.99 | one-time |
| Mega Coin Pack | $99.99 | one-time |


### 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 Knot Match free?

Knot Match is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Thread Rush! free?

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

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

Thread Rush! is rated higher. Knot Match averages 4.4 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while Thread Rush! averages 4.7 from 78 ratings.

### Do Knot Match or Thread Rush! have ads?

Both Knot Match and Thread Rush! show ads.

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

Knot Match ships an update every 2 weeks, and Thread Rush! every 3 weeks. Most recently, Knot Match was updated on August 23, 2026 and Thread Rush! on September 15, 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.*