Comparison

Associate Match vs Screw Sort

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

Head to head
About

Associate Match

Features
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Associate Match – Sort, Match, Clear! Can you sort every image into the right category? Associate Match is a fresh puzzle game where you tap images, match them to categories, and clear the board. Plan your moves, manage your dock, and think ahead! HOW TO PLAY Categories are displayed at the top of the screen. A grid full of fun images sits at the bottom. In between is your dock with 5 slots. Tap an image from the grid to pick it up. If its category is already at the top, the image goes straight in. If not, it waits in the dock. When a category is completed and a new one appears, any matching images in the dock will automatically jump in! But watch out – the dock only has 5 slots. Send too many images without a matching category and you’ll jam up. Every tap counts! FEATURES • Category Matching: Donuts, penguins, doctors, paintings and many more – sort colorful images into the right categories. • Strategic Dock: 5 slots to manage. Do you send an image now or wait for the right category to appear? • Tunnels: Clear the image in front and watch new ones spawn from inside the tunnel. • Hidden Images: Some images stay hidden until the item blocking them is removed – plan around the unknown! • Pathfinding Grid: Images can only move when their path is clear – think about which ones to free first. • Fun Visuals: Beautiful, playful images that make every match a delight. • Offline Play: No internet needed – play anytime, anywhere. • Hundreds of Levels: New challenges, obstacles, and surprises as you progress. WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT Associate Match combines sorting, matching, and strategic thinking in one addictive package. The dock mechanic adds a unique twist – do you play it safe or take risks for bigger combos? Easy to pick up, tricky to master. Every level is a new puzzle to solve.

About

Screw Sort

Unscrew nuts and bolts in this mythical puzzle game. Match gems, rotate objects, and collect all gems while enjoying soothing ASMR gameplay. Play offline, save progress, and boost problem-solving skills.

Highlights
  • Screw unlocking mechanics
  • Gem matching gameplay
  • ASMR sound effects
  • Offline play
  • Progress saving
  • 30 challenging levels
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A casual Puzzle game with screw unlocking mechanics, Screw Sort is presented with a mythical and supernatural theme with special emphasis on soothing ASMR gameplay that helps you unwind and relax after a long day. The game currently has numerous levels and is accessible offline with the option to save your progress across multiple devices too! How to Play 1) Match Gems to the Harmony Wells of the Same Color 2) Swipe to rotate the object 360 degrees 3) Pinch to Zoom 4) Collect all Gems! 5) Follow the Storyline presented in the form of engaging Scrolls! Why choose Screw Sort? - Fun for Everyone: Whether you're a casual gamer or an experienced puzzle enthusiast, Screw Sort delivers engaging and challenging puzzles with enjoyable gameplay for players of all skill levels and age groups. - Boost Your Problem-Solving Skills: As you progress through increasingly complex levels, the game helps strengthen logical reasoning, critical thinking and strategic planning abilities. - ASMR rich Gameplay - Special emphasis has been placed on the Background Music and Sound Effects to help you relax and unwind (Headphones highly recommended!). Multiple sound tracks keep you hooked and immerses you in the Gameplay - Play Without Pressure: Enjoy the game at your own pace with no time restrictions. Take all the time you need to solve each puzzle and master the art of becoming the ultimate Archivist! - Available Offline - Anytime, anyplace, no internet needed! Ready to dive into the world of ancient worlds, supernatural physics and mythical objects? Enjoy hours of satisfying gameplay and become the ultimate Archivist! Note 1: To sync your progress across multiple devices, save your progress from the Pause/Settings menu. For the best results, save at Level 1 before switching devices. Note 2: Purchasing an ad-removal item from the shop removes interstitial (level-transition) ads. Optional rewarded ads for Powerups remain available. Have feedback, found a bug or want to connect with other Archivists? Join our Discord server to get the latest news, participate in discussions & polls, get sneak peeks of upcoming content! Game insta handle: https://www.instagram.com/aetherarchive3d?igsi=MWI5a3Q1aWo1c2Qzcg== Discord community link: https://discord.gg/SdavH5KbM4 (verified working link!)

Screenshots

Associate Match4 screens
Screw Sort4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Associate Match at none against Screw Sort's 9. Associate Match also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 4 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). 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. Screw Sort sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Associate Match asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Associate Match ships an update every 11 days, Screw Sort every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Associate Match versus Screw Sort: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAssociate MatchScrew Sort
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 days — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size224 MB286 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBugFix Games EntertainmentADARSH M REVADI

In-app purchases

None

Associate Match

No in-app purchases

9 purchases

Screw Sort

One-time9
  • Coin 300$0.49
  • Special Bundle$0.49
  • Coin 1500$0.99
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  • Remove Ads$1.79
  • Coin 3000$1.99
  • Remove Ads Bundle$1.99
  • Coin 7500$3.99
  • Coin 15000$7.49
  • Coin 35000$14.99

Questions

Is Associate Match free?
Associate Match is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Screw Sort free?
Screw Sort is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Associate Match or Screw Sort have ads?
Both Associate Match and Screw Sort show ads.
Which is updated more often, Associate Match or Screw Sort?
Associate Match ships an update every 11 days, and Screw Sort every 4 weeks. Most recently, Associate Match was updated on October 4, 2026 and Screw Sort on October 24, 2026.

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