Comparison

Category Sort vs Catedrop

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

Head to head
About

Category Sort

A relaxing Solitaire-style puzzle game where you match memojis by category. Progress through increasingly challenging levels that test your logic and decision-making skills with colorful visuals and smooth gameplay.

Highlights
  • Match memojis by category
  • Intuitive sorting mechanics
  • Increasing puzzle difficulty
  • Colorful visuals
  • Relaxing puzzle experience
Features
Currently charting
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Category Sort is a fun and relaxing Solitaire-style emoji puzzle game where you match memojis based on their categories. Carefully observe each memoji and place it in the correct group to create perfect matches. As you progress, levels become more challenging with new categories, limited space, and tricky arrangements that test your logic and decision-making skills. The gameplay is simple to learn but offers increasing depth, making it enjoyable for both casual players and puzzle lovers. With colorful memojis, smooth interactions, and satisfying matches, Category Sort delivers a rewarding and brain-teasing experience. Features: Match memojis according to their categories Easy-to-learn, intuitive sorting mechanics Increasing difficulty with smarter puzzles Colorful visuals and smooth gameplay Relaxing yet challenging puzzle experience Sort smart, match right, and clear every level!

About

Catedrop

A relaxing card puzzle game where players collect matching cards into groups to clear the board and reveal hidden cards. Plan your moves strategically to solve each stage and enjoy colorful themes. Perfect for both quick sessions and longer playtimes.

Highlights
  • Collect matching cards
  • Reveal hidden cards
  • Clear every stage
  • Plan ahead strategically
  • Colorful card themes
  • Relaxing puzzle gameplay
Features
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Collect cards, reveal hidden ones, and clear every stage! Welcome to Catedrop, a fresh card puzzle where every move opens new possibilities. Collect matching cards into their groups to remove them from the board and uncover the hidden cards beneath. Each decision changes the puzzle, so planning ahead is the key to success. Easy to learn and satisfying to play, Catedrop offers relaxing puzzles that reward smart thinking without overwhelming complexity. Features • Clear every card to complete each stage • Think ahead and discover the best path • Simple controls with engaging puzzle gameplay • Colorful cards featuring a variety of fun themes • Great for both quick sessions and long playtimes Take your time, plan your moves, and enjoy a unique card puzzle adventure. Download Catedrop today!

Screenshots

Category Sort4 screens
Catedrop4 screens

Verdict

The call

Category Sort and Catedrop both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 31% of Category Sort's written reviews are positive against 17% of Catedrop's. On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Category Sort sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Catedrop sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Category Sort against 4.8 for Catedrop. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13K and 6.5K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 31% of Category Sort's written reviews are positive against 17% of Catedrop's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Category Sort ships an update every 2 weeks, Catedrop every 10 days. Both last shipped on November 13, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 10 level
Category Sort versus Catedrop: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCategory SortCatedrop
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (13K ratings)4.8 (6.5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews30.6% of reviews — better16.7% of reviews
Number of ratings13K — better6.5K
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#111 — better#115
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size917 MB562 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperLion Studios Plus LLCGOODROID,Inc.

Customer experience

Category Sort

All ratings12,968 ratings
Positive95.6%
Neutral2.5%
Negative1.9%
Written reviews310 reviews
Positive30.6%
Neutral21.9%
Negative47.4%

Catedrop

All ratings5,811 ratings
Positive94.6%
Neutral3.1%
Negative2.4%
Written reviews102 reviews
Positive16.7%
Neutral24.5%
Negative58.8%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Category Sort

One-time10
  • Pack 1$1.99
  • Starter Bundle$2.99
  • Revive Bundle$4.99
Show 7 more
  • Pack 2$7.99
  • Small Pack$9.99
  • No Ads Bundle$9.99
  • Battle Pass VIP$9.99
  • Pack 3$14.99
  • Medium Pack$19.99
  • Large Pack$29.99
8 purchases

Catedrop

One-time8
  • Coin_01$1.99
  • Coin_02$8.99
  • NoAds$9.99
Show 5 more
  • NoAds pack$19.99
  • Premium Pack$19.99
  • Coin_03$29.99
  • Coin_04$59.99
  • Coin_05$99.99

Questions

Is Category Sort free?
Category Sort is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Catedrop free?
Catedrop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Category Sort or Catedrop?
Catedrop is rated higher. Category Sort averages 4.8 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Catedrop averages 4.8 from 6.5K ratings.
Do Category Sort or Catedrop have ads?
Both Category Sort and Catedrop show ads.
Which is updated more often, Category Sort or Catedrop?
Category Sort ships an update every 2 weeks, and Catedrop every 10 days. Most recently, Category Sort was updated on November 13, 2026 and Catedrop on November 13, 2026.
Which is more popular, Category Sort or Catedrop?
Category Sort currently peaks at #111 in the App Store charts, and Catedrop at #115. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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