Clue Stack vs Match Friends
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Clue Stack
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Stack the Clues, Step by Step This is not just a simple sorting game. It's a dual challenge for your brain and your step count. How to Play? Tiles are scattered at the bottom of the screen, with a temporary holding area in the middle. You need to move tiles into the main category zone first, then further sort other matching tiles into the correct subcategories — tap on the tiles below and complete the sorting step by step. A variety of sorting methods await: image classification, jigsaw puzzle assembly, character splitting, text categorization... Every tile has its own hidden destination. There are also unrevealed tiles above that you need to tap to flip over. Each level has a limited number of moves. Clear and sort all tiles before running out of moves to win the level. Game Highlights *Two-tier sorting mechanism (main category + subcategory) — more depth than standard sorting games *Multiple tile types mixed together: jigsaw, character splitting, images, text *Limited moves — every step counts, with a tense but not overwhelming rhythm *Clean visuals, perfect for brain-teasing fun during short breaks Can you perfectly sort every clue within the move limit?
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: Clue Stack at none against Match Friends's 17. Clue Stack also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Match Friends's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). 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 17 one-off in-app purchases. Clue Stack asks for nothing beyond the download.
Clue Stack ships an update every 3 weeks, Match Friends every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Clue Stack | Match Friends |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.4 (8 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 8 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 4 days — better |
| 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 | 243 MB | 439 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | GAMEPROMO CO., LIMITED | Richalien INC |
In-app purchases
Clue Stack
No in-app purchases
Match Friends
- 300 Gold Coins$1.99
- Special Offer$1.99
- Comeback Pack$3.99
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- Chain Reward Pack VII$4.99
- Season Pass$5.99
- Starter Pack$5.99
- Remove Ads$6.99
- 1,500 Gold Coins$6.99
- Cheer Pack$6.99
- Chain Reward Pack III$8.99
- Ad-Free Pack$9.99
- Value Pack$9.99
- 3,000 Gold Coins$14.99
- Rookie Matchmaker$19.99
- Premium Pack$19.99
- 15,000 Gold Coins$49.99
- 30,000 Gold Coins$99.99









