Comparison

Category Sort vs Category Jam

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Category Sort

A relaxing puzzle game that combines solitaire mechanics with category sorting. Unlock layers of tiles, match items to a target category, and clear the board. Offers over 2,000 levels and daily challenges for brain training.

Highlights
  • Innovative category-sorting gameplay
  • Over 2,000 hand-crafted levels
  • 100% offline play
  • Relaxing, no-timer gameplay
  • Daily challenges and rewards
  • Helpful boosters (Hint, Undo, Shuffle)
Features
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Category Sort: Tile Solitaire brings a refreshing twist to classic puzzle games by seamlessly combining timeless solitaire mechanics with satisfying category-sorting gameplay. It is the perfect cozy puzzle to unwind, sharpen your logic, and boost your daily focus! Each stage presents a clever puzzle with multi-layered tiles. Your goal is to unlock the layers, find the items that match the target category shown at the top, and clear the board. HOW TO PLAY * Check the target category displayed at the top of the screen. * Tap the matching tiles to collect and sort them. * Think ahead: Upper tiles lock the lower layers, and moves are limited. * Clear all tiles from the board to complete the stage and unlock new challenges. KEY FEATURES Innovative & Engaging Gameplay * An intuitive fusion of Solitaire, Mahjong, and category matching that is easy to pick up and hard to put down. * Over 2,000+ hand-crafted levels with progressive difficulty to keep your brain sharp. 100% Offline & Free to Play * No Wi-Fi or mobile data needed - play anywhere, anytime. * Smooth, battery-optimized performance across all iPhone and iPad models. Relaxing & Stress-Free * No countdown timers, no rush - play completely at your own pace. * Crisp visuals, fluid animations, and soothing background music for a cozy, ASMR-like experience. Daily Challenges & Powerful Boosters * Complete daily sorting challenges to earn free rewards. * Handy tools: Hint, Undo, and Shuffle to help you navigate tricky boards with ease. Personal Stats & Progress * Track your sorting milestones and brain-training streaks with detailed stats. Download Category Sort: Tile Solitaire today to experience the perfect balance of challenge and relaxation!

About

Category Jam

Features
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Category Jam: Tile Sort is a fun and satisfying puzzle game where you organize tiles into the right categories. Sort matching items, clear the board, and enjoy a relaxing puzzle jam filled with clever sorting challenges. Tap, sort, and collect tiles into the correct category trays. Every move matters as you reveal new tiles, organize items efficiently, complete each level, and master increasingly challenging puzzles. Easy to learn yet rewarding to master, Category Jam: Tile Sort offers a fresh experience for players who love relaxing brain teasers. How to Play - Tap tiles to move them into the category trays - Group matching items into the correct category - Clear completed categories to make room for new tiles - Plan each move carefully to avoid running out of space - Sort all tiles to complete the level Game Features - Relaxing puzzle jam gameplay with satisfying tile sorting - Hundreds of challenging levels to explore - Easy controls with rewarding puzzle progression - Beautiful themed tile collections and colorful artwork - Perfect for fans of sort games - A fresh experience inspired by matching puzzle games - Fun and relaxing gameplay for players who enjoy sorting things puzzle games - Increasingly challenging levels that test your logic and observation skills Train your brain, organize every category, sort every tile, and enjoy a relaxing puzzle adventure anytime, anywhere. Discover the satisfaction of smart organization, complete every challenge, and experience a fresh take on puzzle jam gameplay.

Screenshots

Category Sort4 screens
Category Jam4 screens

Verdict

The call

Category Sort and Category Jam are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Category Sort versus Category Jam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCategory SortCategory Jam
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size377 MB191 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOnechain Tech.PIXEL KING PTE. LTD.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Category Sort

One-time7
  • Amount Of Coins$0.99
  • Handful Of Coins$2.99
  • Pile Of Coins$5.99
Show 4 more
  • No Ads Pack$7.99
  • Sack Of Coins$9.99
  • Chest Of Coins$19.99
  • Vault Of Coins$29.99
10 purchases

Category Jam

One-time10
  • Revive Bundle$4.99
  • Slot Pack$5.99
  • Magnet Pack$5.99
Show 7 more
  • Shuffle Pack$5.99
  • Holder Pack$5.99
  • Coin pack 2$7.99
  • Coin pack 3$14.99
  • Coin pack 4$29.99
  • Coin pack 5$54.99
  • Coin pack 6$99.99

Questions

Is Category Sort free?
Category Sort is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Category Jam free?
Category Jam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Category Sort or Category Jam have ads?
Both Category Sort and Category Jam show ads.

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