Comparison

1 Toss vs SparkChess

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

Head to head
About

1 Toss

This app simulates tossing coins from various countries to help you make decisions. It offers a simple, tap-to-toss interface for iPhone and Apple Watch users.

Highlights
  • Coin toss simulator
  • Multiple country coins
  • Decision making aid
  • iPhone and Apple Watch support
  • Periodic coin additions
Features
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1 Toss is a tap-to-toss app for the iPhone and Apple Watch. You can choose coins from several countries, including the US, UK, India, Canada, China, Japan ($, €, ₹, £, ¥), etc. More coins from all around the world will be added periodically. This app comes in handy when tossing and making tough decisions. Good Luck!

About

SparkChess

This chess game offers a fun and accessible experience for players of all skill levels. Enjoy various boards, computer opponents, and online multiplayer. Learn with interactive lessons, solve puzzles, and study historical games.

Highlights
  • Practice against computer or friends
  • Multiple board styles (2D, 3D, fantasy)
  • Interactive chess lessons
  • Chess puzzles and historical game study
  • Virtual Chess Coach
  • Multiplayer progress tracking
  • Save and replay games
Features
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SparkChess is the only chess game that puts fun first. With a choice of boards, computer opponents, puzzles, and online multiplayer, it delivers a first-class experience that is as accessible to experts as it is to beginners, kids and anyone else who wants to discover how entertaining this strategy game really is. The chess game that everyone can enjoy! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Too many chess apps are impossible for anyone but the experts. The real test of a truly intelligent chess game isn’t how hard it is to beat, but how well it can adapt to players of all skill levels. That’s exactly what makes the award-winning SparkChess stand out. Whether you’re brand new to the chess board, looking to to improve your game, to teach your kids to play, or are ready to take it to the next challenging level, everyone can find the perfect balance in SparkChess. FEATURES * Practice chess against the computer or challenge your friends in multiplayer. * Climb the Puzzle Journey: 50 levels across five rating tiers, from Beginner to Master or race the clock in Puzzle Rush / Survival with over 2000 puzzles to choose from. * A simple user interface that makes it easy to set up and play games. * Choose from different boards: 2D, 3D, fantasy, or even Ninjas vs Vikings. * Play casual, quick or expert games, depending on your level. * Learn chess with over 30 interactive lessons. * Learn and practice common openings and their variations (over 100 in total). * A Virtual Chess Coach explains the consequences of your moves. * The only chess game that appeals to beginners and experts alike. * Track your multiplayer progress with statistics. * Create and join teams. * Save and replay your games. * Import/Export games in PGN format, edit the board, draw arrows for screencasts, and more. * Watch and comment on live multiplayer games. * Child-safe design, with anti-abuse measures built-in. * Large and friendly community of chess lovers from all over the world. Young or old, beginner or advanced, SparkChess gives you the extra edge to become a better chess player while having fun! REVIEWS - “SparkChess provides deep, intelligent gameplay… [Its] multiplayer offerings are just as impressive.” ~ MaximumPC.com, app of the week. - “A great educational tool for aspiring grandmasters.” ~ Gamezebo review - “SparkChess is a beautiful chess game.” ~ Softpedia, 4/5 review - “One of the most immersive online chess experiences.” ~ The Chess Advisor - “SparkChess seems worth it for the free version.” ~ dotTech review - “SparkChess is a very friendly program.” ~ Chessengeria - “very good levels to play, each level presenting a nice challenge.” ~ Richard’s Game Reviews, 4/5 - No. 1 “favorite paid Chrome Web Store app” in The Independent’s January 2011 roundup.

Screenshots

1 Toss4 screens
SparkChess4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: 1 Toss at 100% against SparkChess's 27%. 1 Toss also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 9). SparkChess's advantage is price (Free vs $0.99) and update cadence (every 4 months vs every 11 months). On device support 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

SparkChess is free to download; 1 Toss costs $0.99 up front. SparkChess sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. 1 Toss asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

1 Toss holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SparkChess has 44 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of 1 Toss's written reviews are positive against 27% of SparkChess's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

1 Toss ships an update every 11 months, SparkChess every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 1 level
1 Toss versus SparkChess: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter1 TossSparkChess
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (6 ratings) — better4.0 (44 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better26.9% of reviews
Number of ratings644 — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.615 — better
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB71 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBalamuthu LakshmanasamyMedia Division SRL

Customer experience

1 Toss

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

SparkChess

All ratings44 ratings
Positive77.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative22.7%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive26.9%
Neutral15.4%
Negative57.7%

In-app purchases

None

1 Toss

No in-app purchases

9 purchases

SparkChess

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly subscription$2.991 Month
  • Yearly subscription$9.991 Year
One-time7
  • Unlock Fantasy Board$0.99
  • Unlock Deon$0.99
  • Unlock Guru and Alyx$1.99
Show 4 more
  • Unlock 3D Board$1.99
  • Unlock Advanced Multiplayer$3.99
  • Unlock Advanced Features$3.99
  • Remove ads$6.99

Questions

Is 1 Toss free?
1 Toss costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is SparkChess free?
SparkChess is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, 1 Toss or SparkChess?
1 Toss is rated higher. 1 Toss averages 4.8 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while SparkChess averages 4.0 from 44 ratings.
Do 1 Toss or SparkChess have ads?
SparkChess shows ads; 1 Toss does not.
Which is updated more often, 1 Toss or SparkChess?
1 Toss ships an update every 11 months, and SparkChess every 4 months. Most recently, 1 Toss was updated on October 13, 2026 and SparkChess on October 22, 2026.

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