Comparison

Merge Cafe vs Derpy Cat

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

Head to head
About

Merge Cafe

Manage a bustling cafe in this fast-paced merge puzzle game. Strategically drop and combine ingredients to fulfill customer orders before time runs out, or face a rising challenge. Unlock new themes and compete on global leaderboards.

Highlights
  • Physics-based merging mechanics
  • Order fulfillment with countdown timers
  • Rising floor pressure mechanic
  • Hammer power-ups
  • Game Center leaderboards
  • Unlockable cafe themes
  • Haptic feedback support
Features
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Run your own cafe in this fast-paced physics merge puzzle! Drop, combine, and fulfill customer orders before time runs out. A fresh twist on physics puzzle games where strategy meets speed. Drop ingredients, merge matching items, and race against the clock to complete customer orders. HOW TO PLAY Tap to drop items into your cafe. When two matching treats collide, they merge into something bigger. Watch the order tickets at the top—each has a countdown timer. Fulfill orders to earn points and push back the rising floor. Miss an order? The floor rises faster. Let items cross the danger line? Game over! FEATURES - Active Strategy Required: No mindless tapping here. Target specific items to fill orders and manage your inventory to survive longer - Rising Floor Pressure: Complete orders to lower the floor. Fail and watch it rise. A unique twist that keeps every session intense - Hammer Power-Ups: Stuck in a tight spot? Use hammers strategically to push back the floor and stay alive - Game Center Leaderboards: Compete globally and prove you're the top baker - Multiple Cafe Themes: Unlock beautiful new looks for your kitchen - Haptic Feedback: Feel every drop, bounce, and satisfying merge with custom Taptic Engine support - Charming Visuals: Cute, colorful graphics with smooth animations - Quick Sessions: Perfect for short breaks or long gaming marathons - Ad-Free Option: Enjoy uninterrupted gameplay TIPS FOR HIGH SCORES - Plan your drops to set up chain reactions - Prioritize high-tier orders for bigger rewards - Don't let the board get too crowded - Save your hammers for emergencies Can you handle the rush? Download now and start baking! Happy Merging!

About

Derpy Cat

Features
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Drop adorable, derpy cats and match them to create bigger, even derpier ones! Can you merge your way to the legendary Cat God? Derpy Cat is a physics-based drop & merge puzzle game where cats bounce, roll, and stack in hilariously chaotic ways. Match two cats of the same tier to evolve them into the next — from tiny kittens all the way up to the all-powerful Cat God. CLASSIC MODE Drop cats, stack smart, and chase your highest score. Merge combos for bonus points and screen-shaking celebrations. One wrong move and your box overflows — game over! DAILY CHALLENGE A new puzzle every day with the same drop sequence for all players. Compete on the global Game Center leaderboard and build your daily streak. CATPEDIA Collect and discover all 10 cat tiers. Each one has its own unique look and personality — tap to learn their hilarious bios. FEATURES • 10 tiers of increasingly derpy cats to discover • Physics-based gameplay — every drop is different • Daily challenges with Game Center leaderboards • Streak tracking to keep you coming back • Combo scoring system with satisfying merge effects • Haptic feedback, particles, and screen shake • Catpedia collection with unique cat bios • Original music and sound effects

Screenshots

Merge Cafe4 screens
Derpy Cat4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Derpy Cat at none against Merge Cafe's 4. Derpy Cat also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). Merge Cafe's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, 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. Merge Cafe sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Derpy Cat asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Merge Cafe ships an update every 3 weeks, Derpy Cat every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Merge Cafe versus Derpy Cat: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMerge CafeDerpy Cat
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size179 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDOGAC GORGULULucas Moeller

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Merge Cafe

One-time4
  • x5 Hammers$0.99
  • Premium$1.99
  • x35 Hammers$4.99
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  • x120 Hammers$14.99
None

Derpy Cat

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Merge Cafe free?
Merge Cafe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Derpy Cat free?
Derpy Cat is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Merge Cafe or Derpy Cat have ads?
Both Merge Cafe and Derpy Cat show ads.
Which is updated more often, Merge Cafe or Derpy Cat?
Merge Cafe ships an update every 3 weeks, and Derpy Cat every 4 days. Most recently, Merge Cafe was updated on November 5, 2026 and Derpy Cat on November 9, 2026.

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