# Match Protocol vs Hexkeep

The clearest difference is rating: Hexkeep at 5.0 against Match Protocol's 2.5. Hexkeep also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 10 days). Match Protocol's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (10 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Match Protocol sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Hexkeep sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Hexkeep holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Match Protocol has 10 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Match Protocol ships an update every 10 days, Hexkeep every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Match Protocol | Hexkeep |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.5 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-protocol-system-breach/id6768553172/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hexkeep-match-3-rpg/id6790545193/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **10** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 14.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 218 MB | 469 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Alexey Bolotov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1645086776) | [Ozcan YESILYURT](https://appshunter.io/developer/6790545195) |

## What reviewers say

### Match Protocol

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-protocol-system-breach/id6768553172)

Engage in a tactical match-3 RPG set in a cyberpunk city. Solve puzzles to fight rogue AI, hack systems, and uncover a dark mystery. Explore ruins, upgrade your character, and battle unique enemies in a pixel-art world.

**Highlights:** Cyberpunk match-3 gameplay, Tactical movement on the grid, Full story campaign, Isometric pixel-art visuals, Boss fights with unique mechanics, Character progression and upgrades, Dark sci-fi mystery

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1000 Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| 10 000 Credits | $4.99 | one-time |
| 50 000 Credits | $9.99 | one-time |


### Hexkeep

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hexkeep-match-3-rpg/id6790545193)

This is a roguelite Match-3 RPG where matching tiles on the board initiates attacks, casts spells, and allows you to acquire loot and items. Progress through a cursed tower, facing mythological deities and challenging bosses with each run.

**Highlights:** Match-3 combat mechanics, Roguelite progression, Spellcasting system, Loot and item acquisition, Turkish mythology deities, Boss battles

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gem Pile | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pouch | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gem Barrel | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gem Chest | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Match Protocol free?

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

### Is Hexkeep free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Match Protocol or Hexkeep?

Hexkeep is rated higher. Match Protocol averages 2.5 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Hexkeep averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Match Protocol or Hexkeep have ads?

Hexkeep shows ads; Match Protocol does not.

### Which is updated more often, Match Protocol or Hexkeep?

Match Protocol ships an update every 10 days, and Hexkeep every 2 days. Most recently, Match Protocol was updated on October 5, 2026 and Hexkeep on October 11, 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.*