Comparison

Original Farkle vs BioDecoder

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

Head to head
About

Original Farkle

Experience the classic dice game with this app. Play against AI or human opponents, or practice solo. Enjoy the game in either landscape or portrait mode on any iPhone or iPad.

Highlights
  • Classic Farkle gameplay
  • Play against computer
  • Multiplayer mode
  • Solo play
  • Landscape and portrait modes
  • Universal app for iPhone and iPad
Features
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Original, classic Farkle. Play against computer opponents or other human players (or by yourself). Play in landscape or portrait mode. Fits full screen on any and all iPhones and iPads.

About

BioDecoder

Features
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Enter the world of BioDecoder, a thrilling puzzle experience where logic, memory, and deduction are your greatest weapons. Humanity’s future is on the line – a mysterious code holds the key to survival, and only you can break it. Your mission is simple to explain but challenging to master: uncover the correct sequence before time runs out. Each guess brings you closer to the solution, but also tests your ability to think ahead, eliminate possibilities, and adapt to new challenges. With multiple difficulty levels – from relaxed brain-teasing to extreme code-breaking – BioDecoder is designed for both casual players and true puzzle veterans. Every level offers a fresh challenge, ensuring the game stays engaging no matter how many times you play. Features: • Engaging code-breaking gameplay inspired by timeless classics, with a modern twist. • Four difficulty levels: Beginner, Medium, Hard, and Extreme. • Stylish, clean interface for an intuitive and immersive experience. • Built-in haptic feedback for a tactile feel to every action. • Play at your own pace or race against the clock in timed modes. Whether you have a few minutes to spare or want to sink into an intense puzzle session, BioDecoder offers the perfect mental workout. Can you crack the code and save humanity?

Screenshots

Original Farkle4 screens
BioDecoder3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Original Farkle at none against BioDecoder's 3. Original Farkle also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.5). BioDecoder's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price and update cadence 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. BioDecoder sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Original Farkle asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Original Farkle ships an update every 2 weeks, BioDecoder fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Original Farkle versus BioDecoder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOriginal FarkleBioDecoder
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (4.5K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews46.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings4.5K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterFortnightly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB2 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperScott SlocumRichard Magney

Bugs and requests

Original Farkle

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inability to bank points
  • Incorrect scoring calculations
  • Unresponsive buttons and controls

Requested features

3 requests
  • Customizable scoring options
  • Multiplayer mode with friends
  • Improved dice roll randomization

BioDecoder

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Original Farkle

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

BioDecoder

One-time3
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • Medium Tip$3.99
  • Large Tip$8.99

Questions

Is Original Farkle free?
Original Farkle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BioDecoder free?
BioDecoder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Original Farkle or BioDecoder have ads?
Original Farkle shows ads; BioDecoder does not.
Which is updated more often, Original Farkle or BioDecoder?
Original Farkle ships an update every 2 weeks, and BioDecoder fortnightly. Most recently, Original Farkle was updated on October 19, 2026 and BioDecoder on October 14, 2026.

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