Stack Star vs Thrive Merge
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Stack Star
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Stack Star Think ahead, stack smart, and master every puzzle! Welcome to Stack Star, a fresh and satisfying puzzle experience where strategy is the key to success. Move colorful blocks between columns and organize them by color. Every decision matters as you plan the perfect sequence to complete each level. Simple to learn yet full of clever challenges, Stack Star offers relaxing gameplay that rewards smart thinking and careful planning. Features * Unique color stacking gameplay * Organize blocks into matching color columns * Hundreds of handcrafted logic puzzles * Easy to play, challenging to master * Smooth animations and satisfying interactions * Discover new mechanics as you progress * Perfect for quick sessions or long puzzle marathons Can you find the perfect strategy and complete every level? Download Stack Star today and put your puzzle skills to the test!
Thrive Merge
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Thrive Merge is a calm, beautiful merge puzzle with a wellness twist. Combine items to build your wellness hub, fulfill orders, and grow through four themed worlds - at your own relaxed pace, or against the clock when you want a challenge. MERGE & BUILD Combine items to discover higher tiers and furnish your wellness hub. FOUR WORLDS Holistic, Gym & Fitness, Wellness Retreat (Spa), and Sports Academy - each with its own chains, art, and feel. WELLNESS JOURNEY A relaxed, stress-free mode focused on progress and satisfying merges. DAILY CHALLENGES Three hand-tuned challenges a day (Easy / Medium / Hard) with timers, move limits, and real fail states. Clear the Hard one for an exclusive cosmetic. COLLECTIONS Discover and complete every chain across all worlds. SATISFYING FEEL Bouncy merges, particle bursts, and gentle motion designed to relax. Free to play. Optional ads and in-app purchases support development.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Stack Star at daily against Thrive Merge's every 5 days. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Stack Star sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and Thrive Merge sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Stack Star ships an update daily, Thrive Merge every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Stack Star | Thrive Merge |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Daily โ better | Every 5 days |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 263 MB | 119 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Moonstep Games | Rafael Ton |
In-app purchases
Stack Star
- Starter Pack$0.99
- 1000 Coins$1.99
- 5000 Coins$7.99
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- No Ads$7.99
- 10000 Coins$14.99
- 25000 Coins$29.99
- 50000 Coins$59.99
- 100000 Coins$89.99
Thrive Merge
- Energy Drink$0.99
- Unlock Gym & Fitness$2.99
- Unlock Wellness Retreat$3.99
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- Unlock Sports Academy$4.99
Questions
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