# *Solitaire* vs Solitaire

The clearest difference is rating: Solitaire at 4.6 against *Solitaire*'s 3.3. Solitaire also leads on ratings volume (2.7K vs 55) and review sentiment (76% vs 55%). *Solitaire*'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. *Solitaire* sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Solitaire sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Solitaire holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Solitaire has 2.7K ratings behind it against 55, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of *Solitaire*'s written reviews are positive against 76% of Solitaire's.

*Solitaire* ships an update every 9 days, Solitaire every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | *Solitaire* | Solitaire |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (55 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solitaire/id1140586546/reviews) | **[4.6 (2.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solitaire-classic/id1424301610/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 55 | **2.7K** |
| Positive reviews | 55.3% of reviews | **76.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 143 MB | 96 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.1** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CS54 INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/604333982) | [Beijing NaughtyDog Technology Company Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/904529584) |

## What reviewers say

### *Solitaire*

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solitaire/id1140586546)

Experience the classic Klondike Solitaire with a stunning visual overhaul. This card game challenges you to sort cards by suit and rank, offering both one-card and three-card draw modes. Enjoy unlimited free games with helpful hints and detailed statistics.

**Highlights:** Draw 1 card, Draw 3 cards, Tap or drag & drop cards, Winning deals, Hints, Auto complete, Beautiful custom design

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Beautiful, aesthetically pleasing graphics and design
- 🎮 Engaging gameplay with daily challenges
- 🎵 Calming sound effects and audio design
- 📱 Works offline without requiring internet
- ⚡ Smooth and responsive gameplay when functioning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezing issues
- 📺 Excessive ads throughout gameplay
- 💰 High cost ($5-$8) to remove ads
- 🔊 Ads play sound even when muted
- 🌐 Ads redirect to Safari unexpectedly

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes at title screen
- App won't open after reinstall
- Daily challenge calendar not working (New Year 2017 glitch)
- Purchase restoration not working after reinstall
- Ad loop causing repeated Safari redirects

**Requested features**

- Customizable card designs and backgrounds
- Reward system for completing challenges
- Unlock new game board designs
- Landscape mode support
- In-game currency shop


### Solitaire

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solitaire-classic/id1424301610)

Enjoy a collection of seven classic casual games, including various Solitaire types, Gomoku, Othello, and Chess. Offers customizable features, intelligent hints, and multiple game modes for a personalized experience. Play against AI or other players online.

**Highlights:** Seven classic games: Solitaire, Spider, FreeCell, Pyramid, Gomoku, Othello, Chess, Customizable game elements (card faces, backgrounds, UI), Intelligent hints and unlimited undo options, Daily challenges with multiple difficulty types, Play against AI or online opponents, Multiple scoring modes and card draw options

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great game
- 👍 Enjoyable
- 👍 Best version
- 👍 Relaxing
- 👍 Fabulous

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unwinnable games
- 🔊 Loud ads
- 🔊 Unwanted sounds
- 🔍 Ads difficult to close

**Reported bugs**

- Ads freezing the screen
- Compatibility issues

**Requested features**

- Custom background option
- Adjustable draw settings


## Frequently asked questions

### Is *Solitaire* free?

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

### Is Solitaire free?

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

### Which has better reviews, *Solitaire* or Solitaire?

Solitaire is rated higher. *Solitaire* averages 3.3 out of 5 from 55 ratings, while Solitaire averages 4.6 from 2.7K ratings.

### Do *Solitaire* or Solitaire have ads?

Solitaire shows ads; *Solitaire* does not.

### Which is updated more often, *Solitaire* or Solitaire?

*Solitaire* ships an update every 9 days, and Solitaire every 2 months. Most recently, *Solitaire* was updated on October 8, 2026 and Solitaire on October 11, 2026.

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