Comparison

Target Tap vs MergeGem Puzzle

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

Head to head
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Target Tap

Features
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Sharpen your focus and get ready to tap, throw, and conquer in Target Tap — the ultimate knife-throwing challenge where precision meets adrenaline. Aim for the spinning target, avoid the blades, and slice your way through level after level. Collect apples, unlock epic knife skins, and come back daily to claim your rewards. It’s simple to start, impossible to stop. Game Features: - Addictive knife-throwing gameplay - Smooth one-tap controls - Lots of unlockable knives with unique styles - Spinning targets, moving apples, and tricky obstacles - Daily rewards to keep the streak alive - Satisfying slice sounds & clean visuals Whether you're playing for fun or going for high scores, Target Tap brings the perfect mix of speed, skill, and satisfaction. Tap fast. Throw sharp. Slice it all.

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MergeGem Puzzle

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● Easy to Learn, Hard to Master: Perfect for 5-minute commutes or lazy afternoons, but tricky enough to keep you coming back for more. Can you beat your high score? ● Strategy Over Luck: Every swipe matters! Plan ahead to avoid blocking your tiles—smart moves mean faster merges and bigger wins. ● Smooth, Distraction-Free Play: Clean graphics and responsive controls let you focus on the puzzle—no annoying pop-ups to break your flow. Play Anywhere, Anytime

Screenshots

Target Tap4 screens
MergeGem Puzzle3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Target Tap at none against MergeGem Puzzle's shown. MergeGem Puzzle's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Target Tap ships an update weekly, MergeGem Puzzle every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Target Tap versus MergeGem Puzzle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTarget TapMergeGem Puzzle
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size127 MB178 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSKY OUTLET LLC维 王

In-app purchases

None

Target Tap

No in-app purchases

None

MergeGem Puzzle

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Target Tap free?
Target Tap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MergeGem Puzzle free?
MergeGem Puzzle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Target Tap or MergeGem Puzzle have ads?
MergeGem Puzzle shows ads; Target Tap does not.
Which is updated more often, Target Tap or MergeGem Puzzle?
Target Tap ships an update weekly, and MergeGem Puzzle every 5 days. Most recently, Target Tap was updated on October 12, 2026 and MergeGem Puzzle on October 17, 2026.

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