# 10x10 Matrix vs Bubble Bust! 2

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Bubble Bust! 2 at 83% against 10x10 Matrix's 17%. Bubble Bust! 2 also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.3) and ratings volume (917 vs 9). 10x10 Matrix's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 11.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 10x10 Matrix sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Bubble Bust! 2 sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Bubble Bust! 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bubble Bust! 2 has 917 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of 10x10 Matrix's written reviews are positive against 83% of Bubble Bust! 2's.

10x10 Matrix ships an update every 5 weeks, Bubble Bust! 2 every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 10x10 Matrix | Bubble Bust! 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/10x10-matrix/id964530031/reviews) | **[4.7 (917 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bubble-bust-2-bubble-shooter/id1164067631/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 9 | **917** |
| Positive reviews | 17.1% of reviews | **82.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 130 MB | 69 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 11.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [金华 张](https://appshunter.io/developer/827314887) | [GOES International AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/381342316) |

## What reviewers say

### 10x10 Matrix

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/10x10-matrix/id964530031)

An engaging puzzle game where you drop blocks to clear full lines vertically and horizontally. Keep the screen clear of blocks in this addictive, easy-to-learn yet challenging game with no time or color matching limits.

**Highlights:** Drop blocks to create lines, Destroy full vertical lines, Destroy full horizontal lines, Prevent blocks from filling screen, No time limit, No color match required

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Change the item | $0.99 | one-time |
| Continue and destroy some lines | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun game concept
- 👍 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Unique shapes/pieces
- 👍 Good challenge
- 👍 Nice pace

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😠 Excessive ads
- 😠 Ads not removed after payment
- 😠 Ads interrupt gameplay
- 😠 Paid features don't work
- 😠 In-app purchases are expensive

**Reported bugs**

- Ads still appear after paying to remove them
- Game ends when there are still moves available
- Game freezes or crashes frequently
- New shapes/pieces do not load
- Game progress is not saved

**Requested features**

- Remove ads permanently after purchase
- Fix language issues (provide English)
- Improve graphics for better visibility
- Allow saving game progress
- Add tutorial/explanation on how to play


### Bubble Bust! 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bubble-bust-2-bubble-shooter/id1164067631)

Engage in a highly addictive bubble-popping adventure with hundreds of levels across six unique worlds. Utilize powerful boosters and overcome challenging bosses in various exciting game modes. Compete with friends and players worldwide for the highest score.

**Highlights:** Hundreds of levels across 6 worlds, Over 30 unique bubbles and obstacles, Four exciting gaming modes, Powerful boosters and energy orbs, Weekly tournaments and global leaderboards, Challenging bosses with unique skills

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| XS Coins Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack Large | $1.99 | one-time |
| XS Coins Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| S Coins Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| M Coins Pack Super Sale | $2.99 | one-time |
| M Coins Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| L Coins Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| XL Coins Pack | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🕰 Calming and relaxing experience
- 💻 Unlimited levels and replayability
- 🎨 Vibrant and appealing graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Lack of instructions or help
- 🔁 Repetitive level design
- 💰 Excessive advertisements
- 🔒 Progress reset issues

**Reported bugs**

- Levels not loading properly
- Crashes and freezes on certain devices
- Incorrect scoring and star ratings

**Requested features**

- More challenging boss levels
- Ability to retry failed levels
- Option to disable advertisements
- Synchronization between devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 10x10 Matrix free?

10x10 Matrix is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Bubble Bust! 2 free?

Bubble Bust! 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, 10x10 Matrix or Bubble Bust! 2?

Bubble Bust! 2 is rated higher. 10x10 Matrix averages 3.3 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Bubble Bust! 2 averages 4.7 from 917 ratings.

### Do 10x10 Matrix or Bubble Bust! 2 have ads?

Bubble Bust! 2 shows ads; 10x10 Matrix does not.

### Which is updated more often, 10x10 Matrix or Bubble Bust! 2?

10x10 Matrix ships an update every 5 weeks, and Bubble Bust! 2 every 3 weeks. Most recently, 10x10 Matrix was updated on October 21, 2026 and Bubble Bust! 2 on October 29, 2026.

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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.*