Comparison

Double Sort vs Patches

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

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Double Sort

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Welcome to Double Sort, the color-sorting puzzle where winding threads and wooden rods create the perfect brain teaser. Each rod is wrapped in stacked strands of different colors. Your goal? Shift the uppermost strand onto a rod that’s either empty or topped with the same shade—until every rod shines in a single, flawless color. Easy to grasp in seconds, yet packed with strategy, Double Sort rewards foresight and calm precision. Plan each transfer to avoid locking yourself out, use empty rods as clever buffers, and watch the board transform from tangled multicolor to perfectly ordered harmony. With smooth drag-and-drop controls, soothing palettes, and a gentle soundtrack, you’ll lose track of time while untangling the mess—one satisfying move at a time. Key Features Thread-to-Rod Sorting – Move only the top strand, matching colors or using empty rods for crafty setups. Strategic Depth – Simple rules blossom into delightfully tricky puzzles that test planning skills. Relaxing Aesthetic – Soft colors and subtle animations make every victory feel calm and rewarding. Quick Sessions, Endless Mastery – Perfect for a one-minute break or a marathon puzzle evening. No Stress Controls – Intuitive tap or drag mechanics keep the focus on smart decisions, not finger gymnastic. Unwind, think ahead, and enjoy the sweet moment every rod lines up in perfect color order. Download Double Sort now and twist your way to puzzle bliss!

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Patches

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Patches: Number Blocks Welcome to Patches: Number Blocks! This is the ultimate logic puzzle game that perfectly blends clean grid visuals, addictive number block mechanics, and deep deductive challenges. Designed to be both a calming experience and a stimulating brain workout, Patches is the perfect choice for anyone who loves number puzzles and spatial logic. Game Overview Fill the grid by placing rectangular patches — each perfectly sized and shaped to match its number clue. Sounds simple? Think again! Every clue tells you how many cells a patch must cover, and its shape tells you whether it goes square, wide, or tall. Fitting them all without gaps or overlaps? That's where the real challenge begins. Key Features Clean, minimal grid visuals for total focus Daily puzzles with streak tracking Multiple grid sizes from 5x5 to 10x10 No guessing — pure logic from start to finish Perfect for fans of Sudoku, Nonogram, and spatial puzzles How to Play Every stage presents a fresh grid filled with number clues Place rectangular patches so each contains exactly one clue Match the patch size to the clue number and shape Use logic to deduce where every patch belongs Enjoy anytime — quick sessions or long solves The Three Clue Types Square — patch must be perfectly square Wide — patch must be wider than it is tall Tall — patch must be taller than it is wide Game Objectives Read the number clues carefully Draw rectangles matching each clue's size and shape Fill every cell — no gaps, no overlaps Solve with pure logic, no luck needed Play at your own pace Why Patches Stands Out Every move satisfies two rules at once: the right cell count AND the right shape. That double constraint is what makes Patches uniquely rewarding. When the last patch clicks into place, the payoff is real. A Puzzle for Everyone Fun for all ages Great for commutes, breaks, or winding down Ideal for casual players and hardcore logic fans alike Download Now A calming daily ritual, a sharp logic workout, and a beautifully minimal puzzle — all in one. Download now and start filling the grid, one perfect patch at a time. Evolving Difficulty, Never Boring Early grids build your intuition. As you progress, tighter layouts demand sharper thinking. No stress, no pressure — just the clean satisfaction of pure deduction, one patch at a time.

Screenshots

Double Sort4 screens
Patches4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Patches at none against Double Sort's shown. Double Sort's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 3 level
Double Sort versus Patches: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDouble SortPatches
PriceFreeFree
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size102 MB259 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFatih Can TemelACTIONFIT

In-app purchases

None

Double Sort

No in-app purchases

None

Patches

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Double Sort free?
Double Sort is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Patches free?
Patches is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Double Sort or Patches have ads?
Double Sort shows ads; Patches does not.

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