Category Sort vs Jigsaw Pop
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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)
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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!
Jigsaw Pop
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Jigsaw Pop is a slide-and-drop jigsaw: pick up tiles, move them into empty cells, and clear a picture when its 2x2 is complete. Cleared tiles fall away, new ones drop in from above, and combos keep the board flowing. Hundreds of timed levels plus Hint, Magic, Shuffle, and Time boosters help you through the tough spots. Come back for a fresh Daily Challenge, and follow the Journey map to collect rewards as you play. ■ Features · A simple rule, deep focus — just complete a 2x2 of the same picture · The thrill of the drop — that satisfying cascade when tiles vanish and the rest fall in · Combo payoffs — chain clears and watch the board tidy itself · Hundreds of levels — from small boards up to Hard and Super Hard · Boosters when you’re stuck — Hint, Magic, Shuffle, and Time, stress-free · A fresh puzzle every day — Daily Challenge as a quick brain warm-up · Journey rewards — progress the map and collect prizes as you play · Offline support — play anywhere, no internet needed ■ How to Play Pick up a tile → slide it so the same picture forms a 2x2 → it clears → tiles above drop and new ones fill in → clear every picture on the board to finish the level! ■ Perfect for · Anyone who loves jigsaw, match, and solitaire puzzles · Anyone who wants a quick, satisfying clear in a spare moment · Anyone who enjoys combo chains and the feel of sliding tiles · Anyone who wants a light brain boost on the commute It looks simple, but one move can change the whole board. Don’t rush — match the pictures, enjoy the drop, and let the rhythm of each clear add a little extra joy. A Daily Challenge each day, a Journey that keeps you going. Enjoy some clear-headed time with Jigsaw Pop.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Jigsaw Pop at none against Category Sort's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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. Category Sort sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Jigsaw Pop sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Category Sort ships an update every 4 days, Jigsaw Pop every 3 days. Both last shipped on September 29, 2026.
| Parameter | Category Sort | Jigsaw Pop |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 377 MB | 314 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Onechain Tech. | Red Rope Games |
In-app purchases
Category Sort
- Amount Of Coins$0.99
- Handful Of Coins$2.99
- Pile Of Coins$5.99
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- No Ads Pack$7.99
- Sack Of Coins$9.99
- Chest Of Coins$19.99
- Vault Of Coins$29.99
Jigsaw Pop
- Starter Pack$4.99
- Coin 5,000$7.99
- Piece Pack$9.99
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- Coin 10,000$14.99
- Puzzle Pack$19.99
- Coin 25,000$29.99
- Gallery Pack$49.99
- Coin 50,000$54.99
- Coin 100,000$99.99
- Master Pack$99.99
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