Comparison

Solitaire Derby vs Solitare a Different Solitaire

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

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About

Solitaire Derby

Enjoy a relaxing TriPeaks card game with hundreds of unique levels and special cards. Complete levels across horse racing tracks, earn bonuses, and use strategy to join the Winner's Circle. Ideal for both new and experienced solitaire players.

Highlights
  • Hundreds of unique levels
  • Special cards and power-ups
  • Horse racing track progression
  • Strategy-based gameplay
  • Daily rewards and achievements
  • Challenge mode with trophies
Features
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Time to relax with the perfect TriPeaks game, Solitaire Derby! With hundreds of beautiful levels, unique card layouts, and amazing special cards, Solitaire Derby is the ideal choice for a relaxing experience. In classic TriPeaks fashion, gameplay is simply one card up or down - Solitaire Derby is super fun and very easy to play. Complete levels across a number of different horse racing tracks, as you use your solitaire skills to join the Winner’s Circle! Each level layout is unique - use strategy in deciding your next move. At the end of each track, claim your Sponsorship check as you earn increasing bonuses! Solitaire Derby is a must-download for both seasoned solitaire players and newcomers alike! FEATURES: • Win, place, or show within each level! • 500+ unique levels, each with a different layout. • Many beautiful, hand painted tracks (more each month). • Find bonus cards with awesome rewards! • Special powerups including silver horseshoes, golden horseshoes, and sprints. • Streaks award coin bonuses! • Earn achievements as you ride to victory! • Challenge mode to win Trophies and unlock Bonus Tracks! • Awesome track sponsorship rewards! • Daily login rewards as you level up your horse/jockey! • Play for FREE. No purchase necessary. Time to hit the track! Get 10,000 Coins on the house when you install! Download for FREE today. Subscription Details: With our Jockey Club subscription, you will enjoy Daily and Weekly rewards as well as an ad-free experience. Daily rewards include Coins. Weekly rewards include Golden Horseshoes, Rewinds, Plus 5s, and Sprints. You can choose from three subscription options: Weekly, Monthly, or Yearly. All three subscriptions offer the same benefits, but renew after the chosen time period. You will not be charged during your free trial period. When the free trial concludes, your subscription will start automatically, and you will be charged to your iTunes Account. Monthly and Yearly subscriptions will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews for the same price and duration period as the original package, unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal within your iTunes Account Settings anytime after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Terms & Conditions: http://tapinator.com/terms Privacy Policy: http://tapinator.com/privacy

About

Solitare a Different Solitaire

Experience a unique twist on the classic card game with this TriPeaks puzzle adventure. Save adorable animals across beautiful islands by solving challenging card sequences. Enjoy relaxing gameplay and train your brain, even offline.

Highlights
  • Relaxing TriPeaks gameplay
  • Challenging brain puzzles
  • Animal rescue missions
  • Beautiful island themes
  • Offline play support
  • Suitable for all ages
Features
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Solitare – A Different Solitaire takes the classic card experience to a whole new level with a relaxing yet challenging twist. Step into the world of TriPeaks Relaxing Card Game, where every move is part puzzle, part brain teaser, and all fun. In this unique board game adventure, your mission is to save animals across beautiful islands. Play through hundreds of TriPeaks puzzle levels, unlock rewards, and rescue adorable friends like Finley the cat and Riley the rabbit from cunning hunters. Each island offers new challenges, fresh designs, and a soothing atmosphere to help you unwind while keeping your mind sharp. Features: - Relaxing gameplay - Challenging puzzles – Train your brain with clever card sequences. - Save animals – Complete levels to unlock cages and free your friends. - Beautiful islands & themes – Explore colorful worlds full of charm. - Offline play – Enjoy anywhere, anytime, without Wi‑Fi. - Fun for all ages – Easy to learn, satisfying to master. - Addictive progression – New levels and events with every update. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing card game to wind down or a brain‑training puzzle to keep you engaged, Solitare – A Different Solitaire is your perfect escape. Download now and start your TriPeaks journey — one card, one puzzle, one rescued animal at a time.

Screenshots

Solitaire Derby4 screens
Solitare a Different Solitaire4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Solitaire Derby at none against Solitare a Different Solitaire's shown. Solitaire Derby also leads on ratings volume (1.6K vs 4) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). Solitare a Different Solitaire's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 70%) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and 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

Both are free to download. Solitaire Derby sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Solitare a Different Solitaire sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Solitare a Different Solitaire holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Solitaire Derby has 1.6K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of Solitaire Derby's written reviews are positive against 100% of Solitare a Different Solitaire's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Solitaire Derby ships an update every 2 weeks, Solitare a Different Solitaire every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Solitaire Derby versus Solitare a Different Solitaire: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSolitaire DerbySolitare a Different Solitaire
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.6K ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews70.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.6K — better4
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.1 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size384 MB336 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperTapinator, Inc.Baxter Games Newcastle Limited

Customer experience

Solitaire Derby

All ratings1,617 ratings
Positive92.9%
Neutral4.6%
Negative2.4%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive70.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative30.0%

Solitare a Different Solitaire

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Solitaire Derby

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashes during gameplay
  • Freezing between levels

Requested features

2 requests
  • More levels/tracks
  • Improved instructions

Solitare a Different Solitaire

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Solitaire Derby

Subscriptions2
  • Jockey Club3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Jockey Club$4.991 Month
One-time9
  • Starter Pack$1.99
  • Coins: Tiny Pack$1.99
  • Golden Horseshoes: Tiny Pack$1.99
Show 6 more
  • Promo Pack$2.99
  • Coins: Small Pack$4.99
  • Weekend Pack$4.99
  • Coins: Medium Pack$9.99
  • Super Pack$19.99
  • Mega Pack$39.99
14 purchases

Solitare a Different Solitaire

One-time14
  • wilds 01$0.99
  • Coin Pack 01$0.99
  • Rockets 01$1.99
Show 11 more
  • Reserve 01$1.99
  • Offer Pack 01$1.99
  • Offer Pack 05$1.99
  • Offer Pack 07$1.99
  • Reserve 02$4.99
  • Offer Pack 02$4.99
  • Offer Pack 04$4.99
  • Offer Pack 09$4.99
  • Offer Pack 06$9.99
  • Offer Pack 08$9.99
  • Offer Pack 10$9.99

Questions

Is Solitaire Derby free?
Solitaire Derby is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Solitare a Different Solitaire free?
Solitare a Different Solitaire is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Solitaire Derby or Solitare a Different Solitaire?
Solitare a Different Solitaire is rated higher. Solitaire Derby averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while Solitare a Different Solitaire averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Solitaire Derby or Solitare a Different Solitaire have ads?
Solitare a Different Solitaire shows ads; Solitaire Derby does not.
Which is updated more often, Solitaire Derby or Solitare a Different Solitaire?
Solitaire Derby ships an update every 2 weeks, and Solitare a Different Solitaire every 6 weeks. Most recently, Solitaire Derby was updated on October 29, 2026 and Solitare a Different Solitaire on October 6, 2026.

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