Comparison

1010 vs M

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

Head to head
About

1010

A simple and quick puzzle game where you combine numbered tiles to reach the number 10. It's perfect for passing time during commutes or downtime.

Highlights
  • Combine numbered tiles
  • Reach the number 10
  • Easy to learn gameplay
  • Quick sessions
  • Suitable for downtime
Features
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Match numbers till you reach 10! based on the wildly popular 2048 game. 1010 is super easy, and quick to learn! -perfect for killing time waiting for the bus, or train. -sitting in a boring meeting.... no problem - fire up 1010! -run out of small talk on that hot date..... challenge your beau to a little 1010 action GAMEPLAY: Move the tiles on the board with your fingers. Similar tile numbers combine when they touch. For example, when two 4's combine they form a 5, two 5's form a 6, and so on. Get to the 10 tile to win!

About

M

An addictive puzzle game where you swipe to merge letter tiles, progressing from A to the ultimate rainbow M tile. Enjoy vibrant colors, satisfying animations, and a challenge that's easy to learn but hard to master.

Highlights
  • Alphabet tile merging
  • Rainbow color progression
  • Satisfying animations
  • Quick play sessions
  • High score tracking
  • Demo mode tutorial
Features
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Master the Alphabet. Chase the Rainbow. M Tile is an addictive puzzle game that transforms number-crunching into a colorful journey through the alphabet. Swipe to slide tiles, merge matching letters, and climb from A to the legendary rainbow M tile. Simple to Learn, Impossible to Put Down Swipe in any direction to slide your tiles. When two matching letters collide, they merge into the next letter in the alphabet. Start with A, unlock B, then C, and keep climbing. Each new letter brings a new color—watch your board transform into a vibrant mosaic as you progress. Features: • Rainbow Progression — Each tile glows with its own distinct color, from fiery red A's to deep violet G's. Reach the elusive M tile and witness it shimmer through every color of the rainbow. • Satisfying Feedback — Feel every move with smooth sliding animations, celebratory unlock effects, and a gentle shake when you're stuck. Every interaction is designed to delight. • One More Game — Quick sessions that fit perfectly into your day. Easy to pick up, hard to master. • Track Your Best — Beat your high score and push further than before. How high can you climb? • Learn by Watching — An elegant demo mode shows you exactly how to play. Tap to jump right in. The Challenge Awaits The board fills up fast. Plan your moves carefully, or find yourself out of space with nowhere to go. Only strategic swiping will take you all the way to M. Download M Tile now and see how far you can go.

Screenshots

10104 screens
M4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: 1010 at none against M's shown. 1010 also leads on ratings volume (9 vs 1). M's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and update cadence (monthly vs every 10 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

M holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 1010 has 9 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

1010 ships an update every 10 months, M monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
1010 versus M: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter1010M
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (9 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB118 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSweetP Productions, Inc.Abnormal Head LLC (CA)

Customer experience

1010

All ratings9 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral11.1%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

M

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

1010

No in-app purchases

None

M

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 1010 free?
1010 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is M free?
M is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, 1010 or M?
M is rated higher. 1010 averages 4.6 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while M averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do 1010 or M have ads?
M shows ads; 1010 does not.
Which is updated more often, 1010 or M?
1010 ships an update every 10 months, and M monthly. Most recently, 1010 was updated on November 6, 2026 and M on November 2, 2026.

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