# Threes! vs Dawncaster

The clearest difference is rating: Dawncaster at 4.7 against Threes!'s 4.0. Dawncaster also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 weeks) and price ($4.99 vs $5.99). Threes!'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and ratings volume (3K vs 924). On review sentiment, ads, monetization model and chart position there is nothing between them.

Threes! costs $5.99 and Dawncaster $4.99 up front. Dawncaster sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. Threes! asks for nothing beyond the download.

Dawncaster holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3K and 924 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 79% and 80% positive.

Threes! ships an update every 3 weeks, Dawncaster every 10 days. Both last shipped on September 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Threes! | Dawncaster |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $5.99 | **$4.99** |
| Rating | [4.0 (3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threes/id779157948/reviews) | **[4.7 (924 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dawncaster-deckbuilding-rpg/id1555459868/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3K** | 924 |
| Positive reviews | 79.5% of reviews | **80.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #28 | **#12** |
| Size | 74 MB | 1.4 GB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Sirvo LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/410629617) | [Rick van der Wal](https://appshunter.io/developer/1534294329) |

## What reviewers say

### Threes!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threes/id779157948)

**Currently charting:** #28 Top Paid · Card, #93 Top Paid · Puzzle (US App Store)

A captivating number-sliding puzzle game that offers an endless challenge. Swipe to combine matching numbers, grow your score, and discover adorable characters. This is a complete, buy-once experience with no in-app purchases or ads.

**Highlights:** Number sliding puzzle gameplay, Endless challenge, Adorable characters, Heart-warming soundtrack, No in-app purchases, Universal app for iPhone and iPad

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Addictive and engaging gameplay
- 🎨 Charming art style and music
- 🕹️ Simple yet challenging mechanics
- 💰 Worth the purchase price
- 🕰️ Great for short bursts of play

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and performance issues on some devices
- 🔄 Repetitive gameplay can become monotonous
- 🤖 Randomness and lack of control can be frustrating
- 💲 Paid version has unnecessary ads and distractions

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on launch for some users
- Unresponsive controls and swipe detection issues
- Syncing problems with Game Center

**Requested features**

- Undo/redo functionality
- Customizable difficulty levels
- Ability to save/load game progress
- Leaderboards and achievements


### Dawncaster

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dawncaster-deckbuilding-rpg/id1555459868)

**Currently charting:** #12 Top Paid · Card, #16 Top Paid · Role Playing, #160 Top Paid · Games (US App Store)

Embark on a tactical deck-building adventure with over 900 illustrated cards. Explore a mysterious world, master unique class abilities, and forge your own path through a rich narrative. Enjoy a complete premium experience with no ads or microtransactions.

**Highlights:** Over 900 hand-illustrated cards, Unique class abilities, Innovative energy system, Richly illustrated world, Randomized encounters, Unlockable content

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Vaul of the Void Promo Pack | Free | one-time |
| Synthesis Support Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Infinitum Support Banner | $3.99 | one-time |
| Eclypse Supporter Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Buy the devs a coffee | $4.99 | one-time |
| Tribes of Twilight | $4.99 | one-time |
| Death of Divinity | $4.99 | one-time |
| Masks of Misery | $4.99 | one-time |
| Siege of Shadows | $4.99 | one-time |
| Dawncaster Origins Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Nexus of Nightmares | $5.99 | one-time |
| Infernal Invasions | $5.99 | one-time |
| Dawncaster Mega Bundle | $12.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Constant updates
- 🔥 Addictive gameplay loop
- 🔍 Discovering new secrets
- 💎 Excellent value for money
- 🎨 Beautiful art and visuals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔍 Steep learning curve
- 🔁 Repetitive enemy and boss encounters
- 🕰️ Slow progression and unlock system
- 🔧 Unbalanced difficulty spikes

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes after certain card interactions
- Incorrect card behavior or descriptions
- Progression loss after updates
- Compatibility issues on newer devices

**Requested features**

- Endless or challenge mode
- More language support (e.g. Chinese, Spanish, Russian)
- Improved tutorial and onboarding
- Ability to toggle DLC content on/off
- Checkpoints or save states during runs


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Threes! free?

Threes! costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Dawncaster free?

Dawncaster costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Threes! or Dawncaster?

Dawncaster is rated higher. Threes! averages 4.0 out of 5 from 3K ratings, while Dawncaster averages 4.7 from 924 ratings.

### Do Threes! or Dawncaster have ads?

Neither Threes! nor Dawncaster shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Threes! or Dawncaster?

Threes! ships an update every 3 weeks, and Dawncaster every 10 days. Most recently, Threes! was updated on September 29, 2026 and Dawncaster on September 29, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Threes! or Dawncaster?

Threes! currently peaks at #28 in the App Store charts, and Dawncaster at #12. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*