# Nonogram vs Backgammon

Nonogram and Backgammon both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 60% of Nonogram's written reviews are positive against 18% of Backgammon's. Nonogram also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Backgammon's advantage is ratings volume (85K vs 4K). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Nonogram sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Backgammon sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Nonogram against 4.5 for Backgammon. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Backgammon has 85K ratings behind it against 4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 60% of Nonogram's written reviews are positive against 18% of Backgammon's.

Nonogram ships an update every 3 weeks, Backgammon every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Nonogram | Backgammon |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nonogram-jigsaw-number-game/id1503138606/reviews)** | [4.5 (85K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-board-games/id6443484197/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4K | **85K** |
| Positive reviews | **60.4% of reviews** | 17.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#135** | #174 |
| Size | 235 MB | 234 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Yunbu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1468884052) | [Easybrain Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1190815537) |

## What reviewers say

### Nonogram

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nonogram-jigsaw-number-game/id1503138606)

**Currently charting:** #135 Top Grossing · Board (US App Store)

Solve logic number puzzles by filling cells to reveal hidden pixel art. Collect jigsaw puzzle pieces, decorate a secret garden, and participate in daily and weekend challenges. Unlock new themes and difficulty levels for a brain-training experience.

**Highlights:** Solve logic number puzzles, Reveal hidden pixel art, Collect jigsaw puzzle pieces, Decorate a secret garden, Daily and weekend challenges, Unlock new themes

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Bonus | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| coins1000 | $1.99 | one-time |
| jewels150 | $1.99 | one-time |
| jewels300 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Christmas Gift Bag 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special gift | $3.99 | one-time |
| Special Gift_2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| coins2800 | $4.99 | one-time |
| christmas gift bag 01 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank | $5.99 | one-time |
| coins6800 | $9.99 | one-time |
| jewels1000 | $9.99 | one-time |
| coins15000 | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Challenging puzzles
- 🧠 Brain-stimulating gameplay
- 🎨 Variety of puzzle types
- 💎 Decent free-to-play model
- 🕹️ Smooth gameplay and controls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Ads can be intrusive
- 💎 Gem system limits playtime
- 🤔 Some puzzles have multiple solutions
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Unclear instructions for certain features

**Reported bugs**

- Ads not loading properly
- Rewards not being awarded correctly
- Crashes when switching between devices

**Requested features**

- More nonogram puzzles and levels
- Ability to purchase gems with coins
- Option to reset completed puzzles
- Improved tutorial and in-game guidance


### Backgammon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-board-games/id6443484197)

**Currently charting:** #174 Top Free · Board (US App Store)

Experience a classic two-player board game on your device. This logic puzzle involves rolling dice and strategically moving checkers across a board to remove them. It's designed to exercise your mind and provide a fun way to relax.

**Highlights:** Classic backgammon gameplay, Logic puzzle for two players, Dice rolling and checker movement, Brain training and relaxation, Intuitive design

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Clean interface
- 🚀 Quick gameplay
- 🎮 Fun game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Unfair dice rolls
- 🤖 AI plays too conservatively
- 💰 Too many ads
- 🔧 Glitchy gameplay

**Reported bugs**

- Doubling cube blocks board view
- Incorrect bearing off rules

**Requested features**

- Additional difficulty settings
- Multiplayer mode
- Customizable board colors
- Game statistics tracking


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Nonogram free?

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

### Is Backgammon free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Nonogram or Backgammon?

Nonogram is rated higher. Nonogram averages 4.7 out of 5 from 4K ratings, while Backgammon averages 4.5 from 85K ratings.

### Do Nonogram or Backgammon have ads?

Both Nonogram and Backgammon show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Nonogram or Backgammon?

Nonogram ships an update every 3 weeks, and Backgammon every 2 months. Most recently, Nonogram was updated on November 1, 2026 and Backgammon on November 1, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Nonogram or Backgammon?

Nonogram currently peaks at #135 in the App Store charts, and Backgammon at #174. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*