# Solitaire vs Klondike Solitaire

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Solitaire at 88% against Klondike Solitaire's 59%. Solitaire also leads on monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Klondike Solitaire's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.7). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Solitaire sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Klondike Solitaire sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Klondike Solitaire holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 38K and 26K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 88% of Solitaire's written reviews are positive against 59% of Klondike Solitaire's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Solitaire ships an update every 2 weeks, Klondike Solitaire fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 8, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Solitaire | Klondike Solitaire |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (38K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solitaire-brain-training/id1581750845/reviews) | **[4.9 (26K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/klondike-solitaire-card-games/id6502341990/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **38K** | 26K |
| Positive reviews | **88.4% of reviews** | 58.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 171 MB | 370 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Conifer Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1581751117) | [Felicity Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1745080261) |

## What reviewers say

### Solitaire

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solitaire-brain-training/id1581750845)

Experience the classic Klondike Solitaire card game for free. This app offers a relaxing way to train your brain with beautiful graphics and offline play. Enjoy daily challenges and user-friendly features designed for a comfortable gameplay experience.

**Highlights:** Classic Klondike Solitaire, Draw 1 & Draw 3 modes, Standard or Vegas scoring, Daily Challenges, Offline Play, Left-handed support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1-month No ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| 3-month No ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1-Year No ads | $9.99 | one-time |
| Permanent | $12.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Enjoyable game
- 🧠 Good for brain training
- 🕰️ Fast games
- 🎨 Great graphics and backgrounds
- 🤗 Relaxing and low-stress

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🙄 Frequent ads after each game
- 🤖 Repetitive prompts to upgrade or watch other games
- 🕰️ Feels rushed at times, not enough time to find moves
- 🤔 Inconsistent or inaccurate game statistics

**Reported bugs**

- Repeated dealing of the same easy hand
- Issues with card movement/responsiveness

**Requested features**

- Ability to move cards between rows at the bottom
- Option to play in landscape mode
- Improved ad frequency (e.g. every other game)
- Maintain high score history beyond 700 points


### Klondike Solitaire

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/klondike-solitaire-card-games/id6502341990)

Experience a classic card game with a modern, personalized touch. Enjoy intuitive controls, customizable themes, and a relaxing atmosphere designed for effortless play. Rediscover the timeless joy of patience with a beautifully crafted solitaire experience.

**Highlights:** Classic Klondike Solitaire gameplay, Large, easy-to-read cards, Single-tap controls, Customizable themes and backgrounds, Personalized card backs and fronts, Relaxing and distraction-free design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Game Controller support, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads for 7 Days | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| VIP Subscription Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| VIP Subscription Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Coin Pack 200 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads for 7 Days | $1.99 | one-time |
| Solitaire Supreme Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Beginner’s Pack - 2x value | $2.49 | one-time |
| King's Treasure | $3.49 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Premium Player Pack | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Relaxing
- 🧠 Keeps me sharp
- 👍 Fun to play
- 👍 Great game
- 👍 Addictive game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🙄 Ads are awful
- 🤯 Confusing ads
- 🤢 Inappropriate ads

**Reported bugs**

- App gets stuck on ads
- Crashes and freezes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Solitaire free?

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

### Is Klondike Solitaire free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Solitaire or Klondike Solitaire?

Klondike Solitaire is rated higher. Solitaire averages 4.7 out of 5 from 38K ratings, while Klondike Solitaire averages 4.9 from 26K ratings.

### Do Solitaire or Klondike Solitaire have ads?

Both Solitaire and Klondike Solitaire show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Solitaire or Klondike Solitaire?

Solitaire ships an update every 2 weeks, and Klondike Solitaire fortnightly. Most recently, Solitaire was updated on November 8, 2026 and Klondike Solitaire on November 8, 2026.

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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.*