Category Match! vs Match Friends
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Category Match!
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Rules: - Select a tile - Swap tiles to match them with their zones - Put all the tiles in the correct zones - Complete all the levels - Enjoy!
Match Friends
A visually satisfying matching puzzle game where you find four cards with a common trait and group them. It offers simple, intuitive gameplay with increasingly challenging levels and charming character designs.
- Intuitive match & connect gameplay
- Unique character designs
- Relaxing puzzle experience
- Easy tap & drag controls
- Increasingly challenging levels
- Regularly added new levels
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About the Game: Welcome to Match Friends! Observe, Connect, and Complete— A visually satisfying matching puzzle game. The rules are simple. Find 4 cards that share a common trait and group them together. However... it gets trickier—and more fun—as you go Match Guide: Each character hides a shared feature: Same hair color Same accessories (glasses, hats, etc.) Similar style or vibe Or unexpected connections you didn’t notice at first! Have a closer look and discover the hidden patterns. Features: Simple and intuitive match & connect gameplay Unique and charming character designs Relaxing and satisfying puzzle experience Easy tap & drag controls Increasingly challenging levels Perfect For: Fans of match puzzle / connect puzzle games Players who enjoy light brain training Those who prefer visual puzzles over text Anyone looking for a relaxing, stress-free game Ongoing Updates: New levels are added regularly. Various themes and characters. More puzzles and challenges to explore. Play at Your Own Pace! No pressure, no stress— just pure puzzle fun. Play for a few minutes or dive in longer, and enjoy a perfectly balanced experience. Download 'Match Friends' now and start finding the hidden connections!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Category Match! at none against Match Friends's 10. Category Match! also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 4 days) 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
Both are free to download. Match Friends sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Category Match! asks for nothing beyond the download.
Category Match! ships an update daily, Match Friends every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.
| Parameter | Category Match! | Match Friends |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.5 (16 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 16 — better |
| Update frequency | Daily — better | Every 4 days |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 204 MB | 439 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Serenico Labs | Richalien INC |
In-app purchases
Category Match!
No in-app purchases
Match Friends
- 300 Gold Coins$1.99
- Special Offer$1.99
- Comeback Pack$3.99
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- Season Pass$5.99
- Remove Ads$6.99
- 1,500 Gold Coins$6.99
- Cheer Pack$6.99
- Ad-Free Pack$9.99
- 3,000 Gold Coins$14.99
- Rookie Matchmaker$19.99
Questions
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