Comparison

Etch vs TinyTable

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

Head to head
About

Etch

This drawing and guessing game combines the telephone game with Pictionary. Players draw and guess words in a chain, leading to a funny reveal of the final drawing. It's designed for group play with friends and family, requiring no artistic skill.

Highlights
  • Telephone game meets Pictionary
  • Draw and guess word chains
  • Hilarious big reveal
  • Play with 3-8 players
  • 14 word categories
  • Custom word options
Features
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Etch is the telephone game meets Pictionary. The gameplay is simple: you and your friends take turns drawing and guessing until everyone has had a turn. Then it's time for the BIG REVEAL, where you reveal the hilarious chain of drawings and guesses. Etch is great fun for all ages, and requires no drawing skills to play. Play with 3-8 players on the same device or via iMessage group chats. There are 14 fun categories of words to choose from, or you can enter your own words for endless possibilities. Etch offers paid in-app purchases to unlock additional content in the game. These purchases help to support the indie development of this game and are completely optional; they do not and will never take away from the core Etch experience.

About

TinyTable

Play tabletop, board, card, and party games with friends and family directly through FaceTime and iMessage using SharePlay. Enjoy a diverse game library and an intuitive interface for seamless virtual game nights.

Highlights
  • Multiplayer sessions via FaceTime/iMessage
  • SharePlay integration
  • Diverse library of tabletop and party games
  • Intuitive user interface
  • Easy setup and invitation process
  • Apple security protocols
Features
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Miss your game nights with friends and family scattered across the globe? TinyTable brings the magic of tabletop and party games directly to your favorite social platforms - FaceTime and iMessage - with the innovative power of SharePlay! Say goodbye to the limitations of physical distance and hello to endless entertainment from the comfort of your device! TinyTable boasts a growing library of classic and exciting tabletop, board, card, and party games, all accessible through the user-friendly app. EFFORTLESS FACETIME and iMESSAGE SUPPORT TinyTable prioritizes convenience without compromising the thrill of gameplay. Seamlessly integrating with FaceTime and iMessage through SharePlay, TinyTable lets you effortlessly connect and play games with friends and family directly from your video call or iMessage group. No additional downloads or complicated setups are needed. Simply start the app during a SharePlay session (or start one from inside the app), choose your favorite game, and everyone in the session can join. With SharePlay integration, everyone can view the game in real-time, ensuring no detail is missed, no matter where they are in the world. Whether you're separated by miles, just across town, or even in the same room, TinyTable bridges the gap and fosters meaningful connections through shared experiences. DIVERSE GAME LIBRARY Rekindle cherished memories with timeless classics and discover new favorites. Our ever-expanding library of tabletop, board, card, and party games caters to all tastes and preferences, ensuring there's always a perfect game for every virtual gathering. PRIVACY AND SECURITY Our commitment to security and privacy is paramount. Leveraging Apple's industry-leading security protocols and adhering to their strict privacy standards, TinyTable ensures your virtual game nights remain safe and enjoyable for everyone involved. Rest assured knowing your game sessions are protected by the same high level of security you trust from FaceTime. INTUITIVE INTERFACE Experience the joy of tabletop gaming in a whole new light with TinyTable's seamless gameplay mechanics and intuitive interface. Easy to navigate for players of all ages and technical skill levels, TinyTable eliminates the hassle of setting up physical game boards and shuffling cards. Everything you need is right at your fingertips. The streamlined design ensures a smooth and intuitive gameplay experience, allowing you to focus on the fun of connecting and strategizing with your loved ones. Whether you're hosting a virtual game night with friends, bonding with family members across the globe, or simply seeking a fun way to pass the time, TinyTable is your ultimate companion for endless entertainment. Rediscover the magic of tabletop gaming and create unforgettable memories with loved ones, all from the convenience of your device. KEY FEATURES - Seamless multiplayer sessions with FaceTime/iMessage - Easy setup and invitation process for hosting gaming sessions - Robust security measures to protect user privacy and data - Regular additions to the game library for ongoing enjoyment - Extensive library of games GAMES LIST - Brain Freeze Time™: Think under pressure game. Comparable to games like 5 Second Rule - Color Clash™: Card game. Comparable to games like Uno - Clowns of Chaos™: Social deduction - role playing game. Comparable to games like Mafia - Shame Spiral™: Fill in the blank statement game. Comparable to games like Cards Against Humanity - Mime Time™: Word guessing game. Comparable to games like Charades - Quick Draw™: Word-Sketch game. Comparable to games like Pictionary - Blindsided™: Question/Answer game. Comparable to games like Hedbanz - Letter Blitz™: Word game. Comparable to games like Scattergories - Snowbble Effect™: Word-Sketch game. Comparable to games like Telestration - Hive Mind™: Think like the rest game. Comparable to games like Herd Mentality EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Etch4 screens
TinyTable4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TinyTable at 5.0 against Etch's 4.5. TinyTable also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (6 vs 2). Etch's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). 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. Etch sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and TinyTable sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TinyTable holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 6 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Etch ships an update every 2 months, TinyTable every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Etch versus TinyTable: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEtchTinyTable
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2 ratings)5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings26 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB63 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperDillon MokJem Alvarez

Customer experience

Etch

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

TinyTable

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Etch

One-time4
  • More colours$0.99
  • More time options$0.99
  • Drawing challenges$1.99
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  • Unlock everything$2.99
7 purchases

TinyTable

Subscriptions2
  • Game Master Pass14 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Game Master Pass - 30% off1 Month trial$24.991 Year
One-time5
  • Quick Draw$1.99
  • Blindsided$1.99
  • Letter Blitz$1.99
Show 2 more
  • Snowbble Effect$1.99
  • Hive Mind$1.99

Questions

Is Etch free?
Etch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TinyTable free?
TinyTable is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Etch or TinyTable?
TinyTable is rated higher. Etch averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while TinyTable averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.
Do Etch or TinyTable have ads?
Neither Etch nor TinyTable shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Etch or TinyTable?
Etch ships an update every 2 months, and TinyTable every 2 weeks. Most recently, Etch was updated on October 23, 2026 and TinyTable on October 24, 2026.

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