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Number Match alternatives

Number Match users often seek alternatives due to persistent freezing, crashing, and excessive ads that disrupt gameplay. Alternatives like 2248 and Woodber offer similar number puzzle experiences, with varying approaches to ads and gameplay flow.

Why users look for alternatives to Number Match

The alternatives

2248
4.9★ · 312,774 ratings · Free

2248 offers an addictive number puzzle experience focused on connecting numbers to merge them into higher values R58. Players enjoy the logic and relaxing nature of the game, finding it hard to put down once they start . However, the game is heavily criticized for its frequent and long ads, often appearing after every level or every 1-2 minutes, which significantly disrupts gameplay R51R53R54. Some users also note a persistent bouncing ad icon even after paying for the game .

Better for: This game is better for players who enjoy a continuous, logic-based number puzzle and don't mind frequent, lengthy ads, or are willing to pay to remove them R58. It suits those who appreciate thinking ahead and find number puzzles relaxing R58.

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Number Match
4.6★ · 237,497 ratings · Free

This entry refers to the main app, Number Match. It is included here to acknowledge that it is also an alternative to itself, meaning some users might try reinstalling or hoping for fixes. However, the existing reviews indicate significant issues.

Better for: Users who are deeply invested in their progress or enjoy the specific tournament features of Number Match might stick with it, hoping for bug fixes R14R16R20R66.

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Woodber
4.8★ · 105,855 ratings · Free

Woodber is described as an extremely addictive and calming game, ideal for chilling out R80. Some users praise its fast loading times and short ads, making it suitable for seniors . However, many players find the number of ads excessive, with some reporting more ad time than play time, and audio ads playing over gameplay R79R81R82. There are also complaints about ads appearing even after purchasing the game for hints or extra rows R79. Some users also report repetitive puzzles and a lack of a skip level function .

Better for: Woodber is better for players seeking a relaxing and addictive puzzle game to unwind, especially if they find short ads tolerable or are lucky enough to experience them R80. It may suit seniors due to its fast loading and potentially shorter ads for some users .

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X2 Blocks
4.9★ · 78,858 ratings · Free

X2 Blocks is a very fun and addictive game that helps users lose track of time and distract from stress R97. However, like Number Match, it suffers from frequent freezing and crashing, sometimes after just a few moves or every couple of minutes, even for users who paid for the ad-free version R93R95R96. One user noted a mathematical error where merging two 8 billion blocks resulted in 17 billion instead of 16 billion . The game also has a cap, meaning it's not infinite, which can be disappointing for long-term players .

Better for: This game is better for players who enjoy highly addictive number merging puzzles and are looking for a distraction from stress R97. It might appeal to those who don't mind potential bugs or a capped progression R93R95R96.

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Numberzilla
4.3★ · 66,008 ratings · Free

Numberzilla is a fun, addictive game that some users have played for years, finding it great for chilling and memory problems R108. However, it also suffers from constant freezing and crashing, particularly at the loading screen R111. Users report an excessive amount of ads that ruin the game, and a high subscription price of $20 per month to remove them R109. Some players are concerned about the app's access to personal information, reporting it sending text messages and opening by itself R110. Features like the undo function and unlimited classic mode have been removed in updates, and the game now has time limits .

Better for: Numberzilla is better for players who enjoy a challenging and addictive number puzzle game and are willing to tolerate significant bugs, frequent ads, or a high subscription cost R108R109. It might suit those looking for a game to help with memory R108.

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Stick with Number Match if

You should stick with Number Match if you are deeply invested in your current game progress or enjoy its specific tournament features, and are willing to wait for bug fixes, despite the current freezing, crashing, and ad issues R14R16R20R66.

Evidence note: All alternatives had sufficient reviews to judge.

Frequently asked

Why does Number Match keep freezing my phone?
Number Match frequently freezes and crashes, often locking up the entire phone, which users report even on new devices and after reinstalling the app R1R2R3R4.
Are there too many ads in Number Match?
Yes, many users report an excessive number of ads in Number Match, appearing every 1-2 minutes, after every few moves, or after every level, making the game unplayable for some R25R36R49R65.
Does Number Match have a dark mode?
No, Number Match does not currently have a dark mode, which is a requested feature by users who find the bright white screen straining, especially when playing at night R67R69R75.
Is the ad-free version of Number Match worth it?
The ad-free version of Number Match costs $15, but some users who paid for it still experience freezing and crashing issues, suggesting it may not resolve all gameplay disruptions R9R65.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R1] Number Match 1/5 · US Please fix!!!!!: It freezes up!!!
  2. [R2] Number Match 5/5 · US Fun: Love this game but it freezes up a lot. I thought it was my phone just got a new iPhone 17 and it still freezes up
  3. [R3] Number Match 3/5 · US I love this game, but….: It needs some serious updates. It freezes consistently and locks up the phone. It’s truly an amazing game!
  4. [R4] Number Match 1/5 · US Game Crashes.: Every 5 minutes my phone freezes up while I’m on this app.
  5. [R9] Number Match 3/5 · US Fun but very buggy: For a simple and very fun game it is super buggy. Add pop while merging tiles, game freezes, game lockup phone, etc. Paid for no adds, still freezes phone and game requiring restarts. But, I still play it. So it would get a 5 star if ads were not popping up while in middle of moves and stop the freezes.
  6. [R25] Number Match 2/5 · US Ads: I love this game and I played for almost a year. Recently, I’ve noticed the ads have gotten out of hand. I get an ad about every 1:30 minutes. This means I can maybe make like five moves before I get the next ad. It’s making the game unplayable. I’m honestly about to quit playing…. Two months later. Still unplayable.
  7. [R36] Number Match 3/5 · US Ads: PLEASE STOP GIVING ME ADS EVERY TWO SECONDS!! Other than that good game
  8. [R49] Number Match 1/5 · US Too many breaks: I love the game but in the middle of a game it takes a beak which disrupts flow. I have deleted the game for this reason.
  9. [R16] Number Match 2/5 · US No longer a fan.: Game was fun and I was addicted. Made a lot of in-app purchases but now I feel ripped off. I have ≈650,000 game points and ≈1,480 coins, but I cannot cash in the coins. I contacted Number Match through their app but no response. DELETE!
  10. [R38] Number Match 4/5 · US Super fun!: I’ve had such a great time on this game but the only thing I don’t like about it is the inability to use coins. I have wracked up quite a large amount of coins, but there’s no way to spend em’, so it seems pointless to collect them. I hope something comes out soon to spend coins on such as the little power ups, other color options for the numbers, etc. but for now there’s nothing to do
  11. [R8] Number Match 4/5 · US Fun, addictive game - but…: Love this game, but I have a minor quibble. As you achieve higher and higher “top block” numbers, it starts you at that number in future rounds, EXCEPT that it tops out at 524k. I’ve hit both 1M and 2M, but new games still starts at 524k. Why the inconsistency?
  12. [R67] Number Match 3/5 · US Great game, one small problem: I’d really appreciate a dark mode! I have sensitive eyes and so light mode is very straining on my eyes. I like playing this game but it’s difficult because of this.
  13. [R69] Number Match 5/5 · US Dark mode needed 🙏: Love the game! Please add a dark mode 🙏🙏🙏
  14. [R75] Number Match 4/5 · US NEEDS dark mode!: A fun, addicting puzzle game.. but it’s a little discouraging to play at night with this bright, white screen burning my eyes. Add a dark mode and more customization for the app (colored themes to choose from, app logos, etc) and I wouldn’t mind spending those 15 dollars for the egregious ads.
  15. [R51] 2248 1/5 · US Ads: Fun game but ads after every level!
  16. [R53] 2248 3/5 · US ❤️ but the ads!!: This is easily my favorite game. It never stops flowing UNTIL the ads! After you win a large block of numbers, you get penalized with an EXTRA LONG ad. Could we just get a single short ad for a congrats?
  17. [R54] 2248 1/5 · US Omg can you say AD?: Constant ads . Long ones .. can’t enjoy the game when most of the time you’re watching ads for other games … ugh . Deleting this disaster!
  18. [R58] 2248 5/5 · US Perfect Game!: This game works perfectly for my brain. Numbers. Puzzles. Thinking ahead. Obsessed. Just hit level 1aa
  19. [R14] Number Match 5/5 · US Please fix the glitch: This is my favorite game and I’m almost the top player, and have been playing the same game for almost a year. But it’s glitching so bad I can make 3 matches and then it almost shuts my entire phone down. This is the only thing that helped me through post partum and severe depression. Please fix the glitch.
  20. [R20] Number Match 5/5 · US What the heck?: The last month the game freezes every couple of plays. Locks my entire phone up. This needs a major big fix. FWIW, I’m number 5 in the world, so I’ve spent some time on it, having it lock up everything is getting crazy frustrating
  21. [R66] Number Match 5/5 · US Addicting Game: I have been playing Number Match for a couple yrs. I enjoy the tournaments most. I do wish I understood what triggers the bonus features that disappeared as quickly as the showed up.
  22. [R79] Woodber 1/5 · US Don’t buy!: Don’t purchase the game thinking you’ll be avoiding ads! They will get you every tiime you want a hint or to add another row. There isn’t a points system to “purchase” these things! And often, you have to watch 10+ ads to clear a stage. Very annoying!!
  23. [R80] Woodber 5/5 · US Best game around.: Extremely addictive but in a good way. My go to game when I just want to chill. Love it
  24. [R81] Woodber 3/5 · US Drives me crazy: Way too many ads. More ad time than play time. I’m done!
  25. [R82] Woodber 2/5 · US Ads!: Like the game, don’t have the patience for the amount of ads you have to watch to play.
  26. [R93] X2 Blocks 2/5 · US Lỗi game hay mắc phải: Mới bắt đầu chơi thì mọi thứ đều ổn chỉ bị đơ máy nhẹ nhưng dạo gần đây máy luôn bị đơ màn hình 1-2 p thậm chí là 3 mỗi khi đang chơi , tất cả thao tác tắt , vuốt app hay tắt nguồn máy đều không thể thực hiện khi máy bị đơ
  27. [R95] X2 Blocks 3/5 · US Needs bug fix: The new update has given this app a glitch which freezes game after two to three moves
  28. [R96] X2 Blocks 1/5 · US Crashing: Was a fun game. After recent updates, it’s unplayable as it keeps crashing.
  29. [R97] X2 Blocks 5/5 · US Very fun & addictive: Honestly I lose track of time while playing, it’s so fun and addictive.
  30. [R108] Numberzilla 5/5 · US This a great app: My family and I love this game. I have two special-needs children who have memory problems. They love working with this game.
  31. [R109] Numberzilla 3/5 · US Ads Ruin Game: I love this game! I’ve played on and off for years now but lately the amount of ads that run on the game have definitely started to ruin it for me. I could see it driving those who have been playing away. $6 to remove ads is too much!
  32. [R110] Numberzilla 1/5 · US Way too much access to my personal information: This app has sent text messages to people in my contacts without me doing anything. This app has opened by itself. I have screenshots I never took of this app. Many other really weird things this app has done without me doing anything. This is the only app on my phone to have ever done it, it’s not the phone. It’s the app.
  33. [R111] Numberzilla 5/5 · US CRASHES CONSTANTLY: It used to be fun but now it freezes up after after game and you have to restart it. 👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻
  34. [R65] Number Match 1/5 · US To many ads: Super fun game, really enjoy playing it but the amount of ads in insane. I get 4-5 ads every single level i play and a 15 dollar price tag for ad free is completely money hungry and absurd.

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store