# Microsoft Solitaire Collection vs Solitaire Dash

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Solitaire Dash at none against Microsoft Solitaire Collection's 8. Solitaire Dash also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Microsoft Solitaire Collection's advantage is ratings volume (256K vs 25K) and chart position (#164 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Microsoft Solitaire Collection sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Solitaire Dash asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Microsoft Solitaire Collection against 4.7 for Solitaire Dash. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Microsoft Solitaire Collection has 256K ratings behind it against 25K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 36% of Microsoft Solitaire Collection's written reviews are positive against 33% of Solitaire Dash's.

Microsoft Solitaire Collection ships an update every 6 weeks, Solitaire Dash monthly. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Microsoft Solitaire Collection | Solitaire Dash |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (256K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microsoft-solitaire-collection/id1103438575/reviews)** | [4.7 (25K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solitaire-dash-win-real-cash/id6450691356/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **256K** | 25K |
| Positive reviews | **36.3% of reviews** | 33.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#164** | — |
| Size | 170 MB | 427 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Microsoft Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/298856275) | [INNOVATION CASUALTY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1584969067) |

## What reviewers say

### Microsoft Solitaire Collection

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microsoft-solitaire-collection/id1103438575)

**Currently charting:** #164 Top Free · Casino, #177 Top Grossing · Casino (US App Store)

Enjoy a collection of classic card games and popular puzzle titles. Challenge yourself with daily tasks, weekly rewards, and competitive events. Sign in to save progress and play across devices.

**Highlights:** 5 classic Solitaire modes, Daily Challenges, Weekly Rewards & Events, Multiple Difficulty levels, Additional puzzle games, Cross-device progress saving

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Edition | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Edition | $9.99 | per year |
| Cow Card Back | $0.99 | one-time |
| Baby Fox Card Back | $0.99 | one-time |
| Retro Pattern 2 Card Back | $1.99 | one-time |
| Retro Card Back Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Puppies Card Back Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Kittens Card Back Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Great game with varied challenges
- 🕹️ Enjoyable gameplay and graphics
- 🏆 Competitive daily events and challenges
- 🗓️ Ability to continue games later
- 💰 Free with optional paid subscription

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕰️ Inaccurate timer and scoring issues in events
- 🔍 Difficulty tracking progress and statistics
- 🔌 Requires constant internet connection
- 💸 Expensive subscription to remove ads
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to sign in or sync progress
- Game freezing or crashing after ads
- Timer continuing to run when app is closed
- Inconsistent behavior when internet connection is lost
- Themes and content not saving properly

**Requested features**

- Pause and resume option for challenges
- Ability to replay completed games
- More detailed statistics and progress tracking
- Offline play mode
- One-time purchase option instead of subscription


### Solitaire Dash

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solitaire-dash-win-real-cash/id6450691356)

Engage in classic Solitaire with a competitive twist. Test your skills against others in tournaments and one-on-one matches. Win real cash prizes with a secure and quick cash-out system. Practice your strategy in free-to-play games before competing.

**Highlights:** Classic Solitaire gameplay, Skill-based competition, Unlimited tournaments, 1 on 1 contests, Elo Ranking System, Win real money, Secure cash-outs

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Real cash payouts
- 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 💰 Opportunity to earn money
- 🎨 Relaxing music

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Withdrawal and customer support issues
- 💸 Difficult to win and withdraw real money
- 🕰️ Long wait times for matches
- 🔒 Restricted accounts without explanation

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes during play
- Lags when turning over cards
- Deduction of funds without losing games

**Requested features**

- Improved customer support responsiveness
- More transparent withdrawal process
- Ability to play with diamonds for cash
- Faster match finding


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Microsoft Solitaire Collection free?

Microsoft Solitaire Collection is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Solitaire Dash free?

Solitaire Dash is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Microsoft Solitaire Collection or Solitaire Dash?

Microsoft Solitaire Collection is rated higher. Microsoft Solitaire Collection averages 4.7 out of 5 from 256K ratings, while Solitaire Dash averages 4.7 from 25K ratings.

### Do Microsoft Solitaire Collection or Solitaire Dash have ads?

Both Microsoft Solitaire Collection and Solitaire Dash show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Microsoft Solitaire Collection or Solitaire Dash?

Microsoft Solitaire Collection ships an update every 6 weeks, and Solitaire Dash monthly. Most recently, Microsoft Solitaire Collection was updated on October 26, 2026 and Solitaire Dash on October 26, 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.*