Match Stacks vs Sort 'n' Merge
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Match Stacks
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Get ready for a satisfying and strategic match experience! In Match Stacks, the goal is to complete every shelf by matching the items in the center area with their correct spots on the shelves above. Create perfect match-3 combinations to clear space, unlock new shelves, and advance through increasingly challenging levels. When the item you need isn’t available, simply tap one of the color-coded boxes at the bottom. Each box spawns an item based on its color, giving you full control over what appears in the center. Plan your moves carefully, avoid filling the area, and use the boxes at the perfect moment to set up the ideal match. Think ahead, stay organized, and complete every shelf to become the ultimate matching master. Simple to play, satisfying to master—and endlessly fun. Features: • Unique match-3 shelf mechanic • Controlled item spawning using color-coded boxes • Strategic center-area management • Clean, colorful, and satisfying visuals • Increasingly challenging shelf layouts
Sort 'n' Merge
Engage in a delightful coffee shop puzzle adventure. Organize, merge, and serve coffee cups by matching them to level up. Overcome obstacles like frozen and locked shelves to brew the perfect cup.
- Sort and merge coffee cups
- Match 3 to level up
- Overcome frozen and locked shelves
- Utilize portals for item movement
- Hundreds of challenging levels
- Satisfying merge animations
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Welcome to Coffee Muffin! Can you brew the perfect cup? Immerse yourself in the cozy atmosphere of your very own coffee shop. Coffee Muffin is not just a sorting game; it’s a delicious puzzle adventure where strategy meets satisfaction. Your shelves are filled with mixed coffee beans and cups of different levels. Your mission is to organize them, merge them, and serve the best coffee in town! This is where the magic happens! Arrange cups and beans on the shelves & Match 3 to level up! Watch them merge into a single, higher-level coffee cup! Start from a basic paper cup and merge your way up to fancy Frappuccinos and Latte Art masterpieces. It’s not as easy as it looks! You’ll need to overcome tricky obstacles to run your shop: Frozen Shelves: Brr! Some spots are covered in ice. You can't use them until you make a match nearby to break the ice. Locked Shelves: Running out of space? Find the keys or clear specific goals to unlock these valuable slots. Portals: A twist in the fabric of space! Items placed in a portal that can't be used as a shelf. Use this to your advantage to move cups across the board instantly. Aromatic Gameplay: Beautiful graphics that make you crave a fresh brew. Brain Teasing Puzzles: Plan your moves carefully. Limited shelf space means every move counts. Satisfying Merges: Experience the joy of turning chaos into order with smooth animations. Hundreds of Levels: Endless fun with increasing difficulty and new coffee types to discover. Put on your apron, warm up the machine, and start sorting! Download Coffee Muffin now and become the ultimate barista!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Match Stacks at 13.0 against Sort 'n' Merge's 15.0. On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Match Stacks | Sort 'n' Merge |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.4 (12 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 12 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 months |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 142 MB | 194 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Backpack Games | Marula Games OU |
In-app purchases
Match Stacks
No in-app purchases
Sort 'n' Merge
No in-app purchases
Questions
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Is Sort 'n' Merge free?
Do Match Stacks or Sort 'n' Merge have ads?
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