Comparison

DropNumber vs Simple Match

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

Head to head
About

DropNumber

A new falling block puzzle game with simple one-finger touch controls. Match blocks of the same number to make them disappear. Features special blocks, fever mode for high scores, and multiple game modes.

Highlights
  • One-finger touch controls
  • Number block matching
  • Special '? block' mechanic
  • Fever Mode for high scores
  • Endless, Survival, and Quest modes
  • GameCenter leaderboards
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\\ New sense of falling block puzzle game! // Easy touch operation of one finger! By the same number as the "number of blocks", joined the block disappears, it is a simple rule. ***Features of Game*** ----------------------------- ? block ----------------------------- "? Is displayed block" will come down with a certain probability. This block can not be turned off by itself, it will change to the number of blocks that have disappeared in the next. With well, you might aim for a large chain? ! ----------------------------- Fever ----------------------------- If you dismiss a certain number of blocks, it enters a period of time "Fever Mode", you can put a block by dragging the screen. As single stroke and continues stroking the screen with your finger Let a high score! ***Description of mode*** [Endless Mode] Since the first block is falling at a slower speed, it is thoroughly enjoyable mode. "Hatena block" and "Fever" is also a gorgeous. [Survival mode] It is very fast and exciting mode the block is falling. You can enjoy a simple rule. [Quest mode] Chain-simultaneous off Fever, concentrating on each, it is carefully and tackle mode. Since the DropNumber a lot of stage has been prepared, carefully play, a little breather, mood you can play casually in at that time. And supports Apple's GameCenter, ranking very high level. You can aim the top aiming a large chain and high scores, and try to collect or to achieve item! Let's enjoy DropNumber! ----------------------------- Promotional video ----------------------------- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gl4BIU7PHWQ Search the "DropNumber" on YouTube!!

About

Simple Match

Features
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A simple match-3 puzzle designed for relaxation. Rather than chasing high scores, this game is all about the satisfying feeling of watching endless chains unfold.  Sit back, relax, and enjoy the ultimate chain reactions.

Screenshots

DropNumber2 screens
Simple Match1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Simple Match at none against DropNumber's 2. Simple Match also leads on ads (none vs shown). DropNumber's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 12 months) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.0). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. DropNumber sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Simple Match asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DropNumber ships an update every 3 months, Simple Match every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
DropNumber versus Simple Match: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDropNumberSimple Match
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews88.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 12 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size80 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTAKASHI TOKUDAYasuo Fukushima

In-app purchases

2 purchases

DropNumber

One-time2
  • All stages unlocked$1.99
  • Ads Delete$4.99
None

Simple Match

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DropNumber free?
DropNumber is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Simple Match free?
Simple Match is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do DropNumber or Simple Match have ads?
DropNumber shows ads; Simple Match does not.
Which is updated more often, DropNumber or Simple Match?
DropNumber ships an update every 3 months, and Simple Match every 12 months. Most recently, DropNumber was updated on September 13, 2026 and Simple Match on September 7, 2026.

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