# Stare Down Match vs Backgammon Plus

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Stare Down Match at 80% against Backgammon Plus's 18%. Stare Down Match also leads on ads (none vs shown). Backgammon Plus's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 3.6) and ratings volume (4.7K vs 81). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stare Down Match sells 21 one-off in-app purchases and Backgammon Plus sells 25 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Backgammon Plus holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Backgammon Plus has 4.7K ratings behind it against 81, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 80% of Stare Down Match's written reviews are positive against 18% of Backgammon Plus's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stare Down Match | Backgammon Plus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (81 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stare-down-match/id1468240973/reviews) | **[4.6 (4.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-plus-board-games/id1619948547/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 81 | **4.7K** |
| Positive reviews | **80.2% of reviews** | 17.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 177 MB | 389 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Chicky Farm LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1468240972) | [Zynga Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/295913422) |

## What reviewers say

### Stare Down Match

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stare-down-match/id1468240973)

Compete in a digital staring contest by recording your best unblinking stare. Utilize power-ups to gain an advantage and win coins and tickets redeemable for real-world prizes. Challenge friends for bragging rights in this unique game of endurance and strategy.

**Highlights:** Record epic stare-off videos, Submit videos to the network, Use power-ups like Cherry Bomb and Second Chance, Preview power-up effects, Compete in practice or PRO matches, Track results and earnings live, Challenge friends in real-time

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Avatar001 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Premium Avatars | $0.99 | one-time |
| Disney Filter | $0.99 | one-time |
| Flower Filter | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bunny Filter | $0.99 | one-time |
| 500 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Second Chance | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Thunder | $1.99 | one-time |
| Cherry Bomb | $1.99 | one-time |
| Breather | $1.99 | one-time |
| 1500 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| 2500 coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Second Chance | $2.99 | one-time |
| 5000 coins | $3.99 | one-time |
| Strike Trio | $4.99 | one-time |
| Thunder | $4.99 | one-time |
| Combo Pack 1 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Combo Pack 2 | $13.99 | one-time |
| Combo Pack 3 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Power Combo 4 | $25.99 | one-time |


### Backgammon Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-plus-board-games/id1619948547)

Play the ancient dice and board game of backgammon against friends or AI. Race your checkers to the end, master strategy, and compete in daily challenges for rewards. Offers both online and offline play for a classic gaming experience.

**Highlights:** Play against AI or friends, Offline play available, Daily challenges and rewards, Learn to play backgammon, Customize dice and boards, Authentic game experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (25)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Amazing Coin Pack | $0.49 | one-time |
| Wheel Tier 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Big Sale | $0.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank Tier 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Stack | $1.29 | one-time |
| Small Stack of Gems | $1.29 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $1.49 | one-time |
| X5 Coin Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| Great Sale | $1.99 | one-time |
| Small Stack of Chips | $2.49 | one-time |
| Medium Stack of Gems | $2.49 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank VOL.2 | $2.49 | one-time |
| Wheel Tier 2 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Medium Stack X3 | $4.49 | one-time |
| Wheel Tier 3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Great Value of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Trophy Road Coin Pack VOL.3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Stack of Chips | $6.99 | one-time |
| Medium Great Value | $7.49 | one-time |
| Big Treasure of Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Medium Great X3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Big Stack X3 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Wheel Tier 5 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank Tier 5 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Mega Wheel Tier 5 Multiplier 4 | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast gameplay
- 👍 Enjoyable experience
- 🎨 Good graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🎲 Rigged dice rolls
- 🤖 Suspicious bot-like opponents
- 💰 Aggressive monetization
- 🔍 Lack of transparency
- 🤬 Frustrating gameplay

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent disconnections during gameplay
- Freezing and crashing issues

**Requested features**

- Ability to choose opponents
- Option to play offline
- Fair and random dice rolls


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stare Down Match free?

Stare Down Match is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Backgammon Plus free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Stare Down Match or Backgammon Plus?

Backgammon Plus is rated higher. Stare Down Match averages 3.6 out of 5 from 81 ratings, while Backgammon Plus averages 4.6 from 4.7K ratings.

### Do Stare Down Match or Backgammon Plus have ads?

Backgammon Plus shows ads; Stare Down Match does not.

### Which is updated more often, Stare Down Match or Backgammon Plus?

Stare Down Match ships an update every 3 weeks, and Backgammon Plus every 3 weeks. Most recently, Stare Down Match was updated on September 30, 2026 and Backgammon Plus on October 3, 2026.

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