# Match 3* vs Mindful Match 3

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Match 3* at none against Mindful Match 3's 2. Match 3* also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Mindful Match 3 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Match 3* asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Match 3* against 5.0 for Mindful Match 3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

Match 3* ships an update fortnightly, Mindful Match 3 every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Match 3* | Mindful Match 3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-3/id6752211780/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mindful-match-3/id6755901979/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 0 MB | 27 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alexander Berson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1531453464) | [Alexandr Fenster](https://appshunter.io/developer/1666047440) |

## What reviewers say

### Match 3*

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-3/id6752211780)

Score points by matching three or more identical shapes in a row. This tile-matching game offers a simple yet engaging puzzle experience.

**Highlights:** Match three or more identical shapes, Score points, Simple puzzle gameplay, Engaging matching mechanics

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Mindful Match 3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mindful-match-3/id6755901979)

Experience a tranquil match-3 game designed for relaxation and focus. Progress through themed levels with calming insights and beautiful visuals. Play at your own pace without timers or pressure.

**Highlights:** Calming match-3 gameplay, Mindfulness journey themes, No timers or pressure, Adjustable field size, Progressive mindfulness chapters, Soothing insights and backgrounds

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium features | $2.99 | one-time |
| Coffee for developers | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Match 3* free?

Match 3* is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Mindful Match 3 free?

Mindful Match 3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Match 3* or Mindful Match 3?

Match 3* and Mindful Match 3 are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do Match 3* or Mindful Match 3 have ads?

Mindful Match 3 shows ads; Match 3* does not.

### Which is updated more often, Match 3* or Mindful Match 3?

Match 3* ships an update fortnightly, and Mindful Match 3 every 2 weeks. Most recently, Match 3* was updated on October 30, 2026 and Mindful Match 3 on October 28, 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.*