Comparison

Flipinity vs Almost Chess

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

Head to head
About

Flipinity

A logic puzzle game where you rearrange tiles to complete images, order numbers, or recreate patterns. It offers handcrafted levels and an infinite mode for endless replayability.

Highlights
  • Tile rearrangement puzzles
  • Image, number, and pattern modes
  • 96 handcrafted levels
  • Infinity Mode with random levels
  • Hints and shortcuts
  • Dark Mode support
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Flipinity is a cleverly designed puzzle game that turns simple rules into deeply satisfying challenges. Use a set of predefined moves to rearrange tiles and solve boards by completing an image, restoring a pattern, or ordering numbers correctly. With gameplay inspired by both jigsaw puzzles and the classic 15-puzzle, Flipinity offers a fresh twist that is easy to pick up and hard to put down. Take on 96 handcrafted levels across 5 level packs, carefully arranged to provide a smooth progression in difficulty. The early stages are accessible, but mastering every puzzle will test your logic and observation skills. Each level hides its own little trick - spotting it is often the key to victory. Explore 3 distinct game modes: - Assemble images - Order number tiles - Recreate pattern of symbols And when you are ready for more, jump into Infinity Mode and generate random levels with billions of possible combinations. Highlights: - Simple to learn, challenging to master - 96 handcrafted levels in 3 unique game modes - Infinite replay value with random level generation - Smooth, lively visuals and polished animations - Dark Mode support - Relaxing background music - Battery-friendly design Did you know? The game was created entirely in SwiftUI by a father on parental leave. The toys shown in the “Baby Steps” levels are inspired by his daughter’s real toys :) Helpful tips - Stuck on a level? Turn on hints in the Help menu - Many puzzles contain a hidden shortcut or trick - look closely at the tiles that have not been shuffled Enjoy the challenge!

About

Almost Chess

Experience chess with a randomized board layout, offering a fresh tactical challenge for all skill levels. Adapt to new puzzles daily and test your strategic thinking in this unpredictable version of the classic game.

Highlights
  • Randomized board layouts
  • Single player AI challenges
  • Two player local mode
  • Daily puzzling positions
  • Valid move highlighting
  • ELO rating system
Features
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ALMOST CHESS It's chess... but not quite as you remember it. Every game starts with a completely randomized board layout (except the kings, they're not completely lost). Whether you're a grandmaster or a beginner, everyone starts with the same advantage: pure confusion! Features: • Single Player: Challenge our AI that's learning to adapt just like you • Two Player: Share the chaos with a friend • Daily Challenge: A new puzzling position every day for everyone worldwide • Valid Move Highlights: We're not completely heartless • ELO Rating System: Climb the ranks in this bizarre version of chess Perfect for: • Chess players looking for a fresh challenge • Casual gamers who want the strategy without the memorization • Anyone who's ever thought "regular chess is too predictable" No opening theory. No memorized patterns. Just pure tactical thinking and adaptability. Can you master Almost Chess? No ads, just pure chaotic chess fun. Download now and discover how good you are at chess when nobody knows what they're doing!

Screenshots

Flipinity4 screens
Almost Chess4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Almost Chess at 33% against Flipinity's 0%. Almost Chess also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 6 months) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flipinity ships an update every 6 months, Almost Chess every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and July 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Flipinity versus Almost Chess: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlipinityAlmost Chess
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews33.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPavel Zakhourafter

Customer experience

Flipinity

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

Almost Chess

Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

In-app purchases

None

Flipinity

No in-app purchases

None

Almost Chess

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Flipinity free?
Flipinity is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Almost Chess free?
Almost Chess is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Flipinity or Almost Chess have ads?
Neither Flipinity nor Almost Chess shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Flipinity or Almost Chess?
Flipinity ships an update every 6 months, and Almost Chess every 2 months. Most recently, Flipinity was updated on September 14, 2026 and Almost Chess on July 27, 2026.

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