Comparison

Synchro Reversi vs Reversi Effect

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

Head to head
About

Synchro Reversi

Features
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Reversi strategy, played across three boards. Synchro Reversi is a unique two-player strategy game where every match unfolds on three connected boards. To win, you must take control of at least two of them. Choose carefully where to place each disc. A move that strengthens one board may cost you an opportunity on another. Read the entire position, balance your strategy across all three boards, and outthink your opponent. The rules are easy to learn, but deciding which board to play on adds a whole new layer of depth. GAME MODES - Single Play Challenge CPU opponents across multiple difficulty levels and improve your strategy at your own pace. - Ranked Match Play real-time matches against players online. Win matches, increase your rating, and climb the global rankings. - Async Match Take turns whenever it suits you. You will receive a notification when your opponent makes a move, so matches can continue over time. - Friend Match Create or join a private match using a passcode and play with a friend. FEATURES - A unique three-board Reversi system - Simple rules with deep strategic possibilities - Real-time online matches - Asynchronous turn-based matches - Private matches with friends - Multiple CPU difficulty levels - Rankings and rating changes - An interactive tutorial for new players Can you master all three boards?

About

Reversi Effect

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Three Exciting Game Modes! [VS CPU] Challenge a tough CPU opponent with five difficulty levels! ▼ How Turn Order is Decided At the start of the game, toss an Othello piece to determine who goes first. Black moves first, and White moves second. [VS 2P] Play a face-to-face match on a single device! [VS ONLINE] Enjoy online battles with randomly matched opponents! Each player has a total of 3 minutes, with a countdown running during their turn. ▼ What happens if you run out of time? A piece will be placed randomly in an available spot! However, from the next move onward, you can still place a piece manually within 3 seconds. *Rating and ranking features coming soon! [About Ads] This app is supported by ad revenue and requires an internet connection. Ads are displayed as follows: - VS CPU, VS 2P Banner ads at the bottom of the screen Full-screen ad every 3 games - VS ONLINE Full-screen ad after every game *Some features may be limited when offline. - Credit - - App production - KIWI BIRD SOFT - Music and Sound effects - *OtoLogic https://otologic.jp/ *効果音ラボ https://soundeffect-lab.info/

Screenshots

Synchro Reversi3 screens
Reversi Effect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Synchro Reversi at none against Reversi Effect's 3. Reversi Effect's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Reversi Effect sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Synchro Reversi asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Synchro Reversi versus Reversi Effect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSynchro ReversiReversi Effect
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysEvery 5 days
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB117 MB
Age rating12+17+
Developernihee, LLCAkiko Saitou

In-app purchases

None

Synchro Reversi

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Reversi Effect

One-time3
  • 250pts$0.99
  • Remove Ads$1.99
  • 500pts$1.99

Questions

Is Synchro Reversi free?
Synchro Reversi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Reversi Effect free?
Reversi Effect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Synchro Reversi or Reversi Effect have ads?
Both Synchro Reversi and Reversi Effect show ads.
Which is updated more often, Synchro Reversi or Reversi Effect?
Synchro Reversi ships an update every 5 days, and Reversi Effect every 5 days. Most recently, Synchro Reversi was updated on October 6, 2026 and Reversi Effect on October 8, 2026.

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