# Word Sort vs Splash Loop

The clearest difference is rating: Splash Loop at 4.7 against Word Sort's 4.2. Splash Loop also leads on ratings volume (158 vs 5). Word Sort's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Word Sort sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Splash Loop sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Splash Loop holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Splash Loop has 158 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Word Sort ships an update every 3 weeks, Splash Loop fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 13, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Word Sort | Splash Loop |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-sort-bubble-crush/id6778640223/reviews) | **[4.7 (158 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/splash-loop-color-sort-puzzle/id6781383564/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **158** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 199 MB | 99 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shoyo Mobi Tech LImited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1880607863) | [Kerim Sabuncugil](https://appshunter.io/developer/1712118898) |

## What reviewers say

### Word Sort

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-sort-bubble-crush/id6778640223)

A unique word-merging puzzle game where you identify words belonging to the same category and merge them. Use your vocabulary and logic to uncover hidden groups in hundreds of challenging puzzles.

**Highlights:** Category-based word merging, Hundreds of puzzles, Drag-and-drop controls, Vocabulary training, Pattern recognition, Relaxing gameplay, Increasing difficulty

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gold x 1000 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gold x 5000 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gold x 10000 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Gold x 25000 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Gold x 50000 | $54.99 | one-time |
| Gold x 100000 | $99.99 | one-time |


### Splash Loop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/splash-loop-color-sort-puzzle/id6781383564)

A vibrant color sorting puzzle game where you tap trucks to pour liquid onto a conveyor belt. Your goal is to fill glass tanks with single colors to deliver the trucks and clear the belt. Enjoy smooth, realistic liquid physics and over 100 handcrafted levels.

**Highlights:** Realistic liquid physics, Conveyor belt sorting mechanic, 100 handcrafted levels, Undo and Shuffle boosters, Daily Bonus coins, Short, snackable levels, Calm, cozy vibes

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter Coin Package | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| Revive Offer | $5.99 | one-time |
| Clever Coin Package | $7.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $7.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Smart Coin Package | $14.99 | one-time |
| Smart Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| Expert Bundle | $39.99 | one-time |
| Genius Bundle | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Word Sort free?

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

### Is Splash Loop free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Word Sort or Splash Loop?

Splash Loop is rated higher. Word Sort averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Splash Loop averages 4.7 from 158 ratings.

### Do Word Sort or Splash Loop have ads?

Both Word Sort and Splash Loop show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Word Sort or Splash Loop?

Word Sort ships an update every 3 weeks, and Splash Loop fortnightly. Most recently, Word Sort was updated on November 13, 2026 and Splash Loop on November 13, 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.*