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NumMatch vs Math Cross Master

NumMatch 4.7★ · Free + IAP 65
Winner Tie
Math Cross Master 4.9★ · Free + IAP 65

NumMatch is a good choice for those who enjoy number puzzles and don't mind frequent ads, while Math Cross Master is a better option for users seeking a more varied and less ad-interrupted experience.

Full reviews: NumMatch · Math Cross Master

NumMatch and Math Cross Master both offer engaging number puzzle experiences, but NumMatch is heavily criticized for its excessive and intrusive ads, even for paying users, and some technical issues. Math Cross Master, with no reviews provided, cannot be directly compared, leading to a tie in this head-to-head.

Head to head

Features and Gameplay tieR1R5R9R11
NumMatch NumMatch is described as fun, addictive, and good for the brain, with users enjoying its logical challenges and variations in levels and themes R5R11R26. However, some users find the levels repetitive and not always matching the advertised gameplay R1R9. There are also complaints about incomplete levels and a lack of new 'journeys' even after paying .
Math Cross Master No reviews were provided for Math Cross Master, so a comparison on this dimension is not possible.
Ease of Use tieR3R26R30R39
NumMatch NumMatch is generally considered easy to follow R26 and provides helpful hints . However, some users report not understanding the rules R3 and difficulty with accidental touches due to the lack of a 'back' option R30. There's also confusion about scoring mechanics R39.
Math Cross Master No reviews were provided for Math Cross Master, so a comparison on this dimension is not possible.
Reliability and Performance tieR4R7R41R44
NumMatch NumMatch users report significant issues with reliability, including losing progress multiple times and inability to link to Facebook, which appears to be a common issue R4. Recent updates have reportedly made the game unplayable, causing freezes and reboots R7R49. The app also drains battery quickly and causes devices to heat up R44. Some users experienced redirects to random websites R41.
Math Cross Master No reviews were provided for Math Cross Master, so a comparison on this dimension is not possible.
Price and Value (Free vs. Paid) tieR2R6R10R12
NumMatch NumMatch is free with in-app purchases, but users are extremely frustrated by the excessive number of ads, which frequently interrupt gameplay R2R6R10R12. Crucially, many users report that paying to remove ads (which costs 9.99 according to one review, R33) does not actually eliminate them, leading to feelings of being conned R29R31R33.
Math Cross Master No reviews were provided for Math Cross Master, so a comparison on this dimension is not possible.
Pick NumMatch if

You enjoy number-matching puzzle games and are willing to tolerate a high volume of ads, or if you find its specific gameplay more engaging than alternatives R26.

Pick Math Cross Master if

You are looking for a number puzzle game and prioritize an experience with fewer ads and better technical stability, given the severe ad and stability issues reported for NumMatch.

Evidence note: The comparison is heavily one-sided as no reviews were provided for Math Cross Master. All insights are derived solely from NumMatch reviews, making it impossible to genuinely compare the two apps directly on most dimensions. The 'tie' verdict for dimensions reflects this lack of comparative evidence.

Frequently asked

Are there many ads in NumMatch?
Yes, NumMatch has a significant number of ads, with many users describing them as excessive, long, and frequent, often interrupting gameplay R2R6R10R12.
Does paying to remove ads work in NumMatch?
According to several users, paying to remove ads in NumMatch does not consistently work, with some reporting they still receive ads even after making a purchase R29R31R33.
Does NumMatch have technical issues?
Yes, NumMatch has reported technical issues including freezing, requiring reboots, losing game progress, inability to link to social media accounts, and causing devices to heat up and drain battery R4R7R44R49.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R1] NumMatch 1/5 · GB Not like the ads: Simple grid, not like the ads
  2. [R5] NumMatch 5/5 · GB NumMatch: I very good for your brain keeps you thinking one good game
  3. [R9] NumMatch 3/5 · GB Levels: Each level is more or less the same.
  4. [R11] NumMatch 5/5 · GB Fun: Fun, easy and addictive
  5. [R3] NumMatch 3/5 · GB I don’t know how to find the rules so playing blind: Good when I get it right but don’t understand it
  6. [R26] NumMatch 5/5 · GB Better than the rest!: I’ve tried a lot of similar apps but this one is definitely the best one! Easy to follow and a lot of fun variations of levels and themes!
  7. [R30] NumMatch 4/5 · GB Suggestion: Would be good to have a ‘back’ option. It is easy to touch the number next to the one you intended too. So easy to do on a smartphone especially when you are travelling in a car or train for example.
  8. [R39] NumMatch 2/5 · GB Scoring a mystery: Don’t understand why diagonal matches score sometimes and not others.
  9. [R4] NumMatch 2/5 · GB I like it but it would not link it to facebook….: I have lost the progress in this game at least 2-3 times now and it would not connect my account to facebook. Searched it up on google and apparently it is a common issue. Tried reinstalling and everything and absolutely nothing helps:( shame though….
  10. [R7] NumMatch 1/5 · GB Unplayable: What has the last update done, game now unplayable every time it freezes up and has to be closed down to reboot loosing your progress. Please fix it asap
  11. [R41] NumMatch 1/5 · GB Horrible: I love the game, but all of the sudden it started to redirect me to safari opening random sites. Absolutely horrible!
  12. [R44] NumMatch 4/5 · GB I 💜 this game but…: I absolutely love this game, it really helps me to unwind and switch off BUT it absolutely kills my battery (it heats up considerably too) and the level of ads is ridiculous .
  13. [R2] NumMatch 4/5 · GB Ads: Ads across the bottom, fine, ads in the middle of a game, no no no.
  14. [R6] NumMatch 3/5 · GB Nice game but too many adverts: Enjoy playing this game and appreciate that I can gain hints through watching an advert, however, adverts start playing when in the middle of the game for no apparent reason, which is becoming increasingly irritating. If this continues, I will delete the whole game.
  15. [R10] NumMatch 2/5 · GB .gameplay: Too many adverts to enjoy the game properly
  16. [R12] NumMatch 3/5 · GB Ads!!!!: This game would be good if there weren’t so many ads. It feels like it more ads than game, extremely frustrating.
  17. [R29] NumMatch 1/5 · GB Good game spoiled by advertising: Paid for the game but still getting lots of adds, don't buy this game
  18. [R31] NumMatch 1/5 · GB Paid but STILL ADVERTS!!!: Not happy that I’m still getting Ads even though I’ve passed d to remove Ads - con!!
  19. [R33] NumMatch 2/5 · GB Good game but they lie about annoying ads and it’s 9.99 to get rid of them: As above
  20. [R49] NumMatch 5/5 · GB Now not working: Since the update last week the game will not load

Synthesized from 50 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store