Comparison

Knot Match vs Card Stack Out

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
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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Knot Match is a satisfying 3D knot puzzle where you untie threads, sort colors, and clear colorful objects piece by piece. Explore detailed 3D objects made of different pieces, find the knots holding them together, and sort colorful threads into the right boxes. Match three threads of the same color to clear them and release each piece. As you solve the knots, the object gradually comes apart. Think ahead and choose your moves carefully. Rotate the 3D object to find knots from every angle, then press and hold to peek beneath the layers and reveal hidden knots underneath. Keep an eye on the timer and manage your available space as each puzzle becomes more challenging. How to Play: • Tap knots to release their colorful threads • Match three threads of the same color in the matching box • Sort colors carefully and keep your available slots clear • Clear knots to release pieces and break apart the 3D object • Drag to rotate the object and discover knots from every angle • Press and hold to see through layers and reveal hidden knots underneath • Clear the entire object before time runs out • Use boosters when you need help with a tricky puzzle Features: • Colorful 3D knot and sorting puzzles • Unique 3D objects made of multiple layers and pieces • Satisfying color sorting and matching mechanics • Hold-to-reveal mechanic for checking hidden knots • Timer-based levels for an extra challenge • Boosters: Shuffle, Magnet, Broom, and Freezer • Strategic slots for managing extra threads • Smooth animations and satisfying visual effects • Fresh levels and new 3D objects added regularly Why You’ll Love It: • A satisfying mix of color sorting, matching, and strategy • Watch 3D objects come apart piece by piece • Look beneath the layers and plan your next moves • Rotate and explore every object from different angles • Simple to learn with increasingly challenging puzzles • Use slots and boosters to solve tricky situations • Race against the timer and make every move count • Perfect for quick sessions or longer puzzle-solving breaks Untie the knots, sort the colors, match the threads, and clear every piece. Discover a satisfying world of colorful 3D puzzles in Knot Match!

About

Card Stack Out

Guide hexa tiles to their correct colored holes by tapping. Plan your moves carefully to avoid getting stuck and successfully complete each level. This puzzle game requires strategic thinking.

Highlights
  • Collect hexa tiles
  • Tap same-colored holes
  • Send tiles to targets
  • Strategic move planning
  • Complete levels
  • Avoid getting stuck
Features
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Collect the hexa tiles by tapping the same-colored holes and send them to their targets. Plan your moves strategically, be careful to not be stuck and complete every level.

Screenshots

Knot Match4 screens
Card Stack Out4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Card Stack Out at none against Knot Match's 10. Card Stack Out also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). 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 9 one-off in-app purchases. Card Stack Out asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Knot Match ships an update every 3 weeks, Card Stack Out fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Knot Match versus Card Stack Out: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKnot MatchCard Stack Out
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size247 MB156 MB
Age rating+124+
DeveloperVirtual ProjectsKaliba Games & Technologies Inc.

Customer experience

Knot Match

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

Card Stack Out

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Knot Match

One-time9
  • Travel Deal$0.99
  • Mini Coin Pack$1.99
  • Second Chance Offer$5.99
Show 6 more
  • No Ads$7.99
  • Small Coin Pack$7.99
  • Medium Coin Pack$14.99
  • Super Pack$19.99
  • Mega Pack$29.99
  • Special Pack2 variants$39.99
None

Card Stack Out

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Knot Match free?
Knot Match is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Card Stack Out free?
Card Stack Out is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Knot Match or Card Stack Out have ads?
Both Knot Match and Card Stack Out show ads.
Which is updated more often, Knot Match or Card Stack Out?
Knot Match ships an update every 3 weeks, and Card Stack Out fortnightly. Most recently, Knot Match was updated on October 30, 2026 and Card Stack Out on October 30, 2026.

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