Comparison

Tactical Checkers vs SumLock

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

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About

Tactical Checkers

This challenging strategy game features simple rules but deep complexity. Play against the computer at various skill levels or challenge a friend. Master tactics like double attacks and zugzwang to outwit your opponent.

Highlights
  • Play against computer AI
  • Two-player local mode
  • Multiple difficulty levels
  • Learn advanced tactics
  • Simple rules, deep strategy
  • Offline gameplay
Features
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The rules are simple for this challenging game, but one misstep and it's all over. The computer at its expert level is beatable, but not easily. * You can play a complete game while waiting in line at the grocery store! * You have the choice of playing another human or the computer. * Learn by playing the computer, and then beat your friends convincingly! * The game is quite complex despite the apparent simplicity. * The computer can play at any of four levels from the easily beatable Novice up to the quite potent Expert. Expert is actually beatable, despite being able to search 9 moves ahead. But to win you must play exceptionally well. Pieces move horizontally or vertically (not diagonally) one square at a time, and there is no jumping. If you're a seasoned chess or checker player you will notice related aspects of the tactics in those games to the tactics here. Double attacks play a big role as does the concept of zugzwang (the unpleasant obligation to move). A later version will offer the option of Guru - which plays an absolutely perfect game and cannot be beaten with either color. The app contains a great deal of information about how to play Tactical Checkers well. Tactical Checkers derives from the game of Tac Tickle originally developed by Harry Ruderman in the 1960's. If you like Tactical Checkers, you will definitely like Circular Connect Four also available on the App Store. If you have suggestions or comments on the game, please use the email option included in the app to contact us - we really would love to hear from you! And if you enjoy Tactical Checkers, please leave us a rating or review!

About

SumLock

Features
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Have you ever wanted a brain teaser that perfectly combines logic, math, and the pure satisfaction of cracking a safe? SumLock is the answer. Most puzzle games rely entirely on vocabulary or repetitive patterns. SumLock is different. It’s a beautifully dark, immersive numbers game where you use deduction and quick arithmetic to break open a 6-digit master code. Crack the Master Code: You have exactly 4 attempts to break the lock. Each row forces you to think strategically, shifting your digits as you hunt for the hidden combination. The Ultimate Math Challenge: There's a catch! Every single guess must consist of 6 completely unique digits, and their total sum must exactly match the Target Sum displayed at the top of your screen. It's a brilliant double-layer challenge for your mind. Color-Coded Clues: Hit "LOCK IN" to submit your combination and see how the vault reacts. Green means the digit is in the perfect spot; Blue means it's part of the code but needs to move; Red means it's not in the code at all. Build Your Winning Streak: Keep your mind sharp and see how many locks you can open in a row. Save your records automatically and push yourself to beat your personal best streak. Why SumLock? Because giving your brain a quick daily workout should be satisfying, crisp, and fun. Complete with clean haptic feedback, daily reminders, and a distraction-free layout, SumLock is the perfect ritual to test your reasoning skills. Download SumLock today—the ultimate challenge to see if you can break the code.

Screenshots

Tactical Checkers4 screens
SumLock3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Tactical Checkers at Free against SumLock's $0.99. Tactical Checkers also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). On in-app purchases 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

Tactical Checkers is free to download; SumLock costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Tactical Checkers versus SumLock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTactical CheckersSumLock
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating3.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS8.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDavid P. SumnerH Valeur

In-app purchases

None

Tactical Checkers

No in-app purchases

None

SumLock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tactical Checkers free?
Tactical Checkers is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SumLock free?
SumLock costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Tactical Checkers or SumLock have ads?
SumLock shows ads; Tactical Checkers does not.

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