# Sortado vs Tricky Mean3

The clearest difference is rating: Tricky Mean3 at 4.8 against Sortado's 4.0. Tricky Mean3 also leads on ratings volume (63 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sortado sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Tricky Mean3 sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tricky Mean3 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tricky Mean3 has 63 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Sortado ships an update weekly, Tricky Mean3 every 11 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sortado | Tricky Mean3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sortado/id6760037802/reviews) | **[4.8 (63 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tricky-mean3/id6775674610/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **63** |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 11 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 153 MB | 632 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.6** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [APPS TEKNOLOJI ANONIM SIRKETI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1209983507) | [ONIGIRI GAMES](https://appshunter.io/developer/1743157578) |

## What reviewers say

### Sortado

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sortado/id6760037802)

This game challenges you to group diverse items into correct categories rather than matching identical tiles. Strategically select related objects, move them to a limited tray, and clear the board by completing sets. Enjoy a calm puzzle experience that tests your logic and observation skills.

**Highlights:** Category-based tile matching, Group diverse items into sets, Strategic tile selection, Limited tray space challenges, Progressive level difficulty, Calm and rewarding gameplay

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Coin Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $5.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coin Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Mega Coin Pack | $8.99 | one-time |


### Tricky Mean3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tricky-mean3/id6775674610)

Engage in a unique puzzle game by manipulating on-screen items to reveal hidden changes and solve intricate illustrations. This installment offers new stages and mechanics, building on the series' signature interactive gameplay.

**Highlights:** Move items to discover changes, Solve hidden illustration puzzles, New stages and gameplay mechanics, Unique puzzles in each stage, Short play sessions

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ◯Hint item5 | $1.99 | one-time |
| ◯Hint item10 | $2.99 | one-time |
| ◯Hint item20 | $5.99 | one-time |
| VIP PACK | $5.99 | one-time |
| SUPER VIP PACK | $9.99 | one-time |
| ◯Hint item50 | $14.99 | one-time |
| ◯Hint item100 | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sortado free?

Sortado is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Tricky Mean3 free?

Tricky Mean3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Sortado or Tricky Mean3?

Tricky Mean3 is rated higher. Sortado averages 4.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Tricky Mean3 averages 4.8 from 63 ratings.

### Do Sortado or Tricky Mean3 have ads?

Both Sortado and Tricky Mean3 show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Sortado or Tricky Mean3?

Sortado ships an update weekly, and Tricky Mean3 every 11 days. Most recently, Sortado was updated on October 31, 2026 and Tricky Mean3 on October 31, 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.*