# Pyramid Solitaire Lite vs Pyramid

The clearest difference is rating: Pyramid at 4.4 against Pyramid Solitaire Lite's 2.7. Pyramid also leads on review sentiment (84% vs 44%) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). Pyramid Solitaire Lite's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 8 months) and iOS requirement (10.3 vs 15.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pyramid Solitaire Lite sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Pyramid asks for nothing beyond the download.

Pyramid holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pyramid has 296 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of Pyramid Solitaire Lite's written reviews are positive against 84% of Pyramid's.

Pyramid Solitaire Lite ships an update every 2 months, Pyramid every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pyramid Solitaire Lite | Pyramid |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.7 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pyramid-solitaire-lite/id287362574/reviews) | **[4.4 (296 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pyramid-solitaire/id699593562/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 9 | **296** |
| Positive reviews | 44.1% of reviews | **84.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 8 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 62 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.3** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Seahorse Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/282841857) | [志伟 赖](https://appshunter.io/developer/557848318) |

## What reviewers say

### Pyramid Solitaire Lite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pyramid-solitaire-lite/id287362574)

A classic card matching solitaire game where the goal is to remove pairs of cards that sum to 13. Offers multiple levels and configurable options to challenge your luck and abilities.

**Highlights:** Classic solitaire gameplay, Single pyramid mode, Configurable options, Multiple levels of play, Retina screen support, Game Center integration

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Undo Purchase | $0.99 | one-time |
| Add 2 Pyramids Option | $0.99 | one-time |
| Add 3 Pyramids Option | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Addictive and fun gameplay
- 👍 Simple and easy to play
- 👍 Great graphics and theme
- 👍 Good time killer
- 👍 Works well on iPad

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Cards too small after updates
- 🐛 High scores not saving
- 🐛 Game crashes frequently after updates
- 🐛 Blank pages appear after updates
- 🐛 Ads are intrusive and annoying

**Reported bugs**

- High scores not saving
- Game crashes after updates
- Blank page appears after updates
- Score resets to 0 after 100
- Game locks up after a few cards

**Requested features**

- Option for larger cards
- Save high scores
- Undo button
- Option to resign game
- Adjustable card size


### Pyramid

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pyramid-solitaire/id699593562)

Clear all cards from a pyramid formation by pairing cards that add up to 13. Only uncovered cards in the pyramid are available to play. Enjoy a classic solitaire experience with a unique layout.

**Highlights:** Pyramid card layout, Clear all cards objective, Pair cards summing to 13, Uncovered card availability, Classic solitaire gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Clean, readable card design with large text
- ✨ No ads disrupting gameplay
- 🎮 Simple, straightforward gameplay mechanics
- 🧠 Engaging and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Customizable backgrounds and card designs

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⏱️ Mandatory timer creates stress
- 🐛 Game doesn't progress after win/loss
- ❌ No undo button for moves
- 🔄 Only one game round before ending
- ⭐ Lacks progression incentives (no leaderboard, coins, stars)

**Reported bugs**

- Game doesn't return to home screen after winning
- Game doesn't return to home screen after losing
- Game freezes or hangs when pyramid is cleared
- Game freezes or hangs when deck is depleted
- Server not updating game state properly

**Requested features**

- Undo button for moves
- Leaderboard and score tracking system
- Multiple game rounds without restarting
- Option to disable or adjust timer
- More background and card design choices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pyramid Solitaire Lite free?

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

### Is Pyramid free?

Pyramid is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Pyramid Solitaire Lite or Pyramid?

Pyramid is rated higher. Pyramid Solitaire Lite averages 2.7 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Pyramid averages 4.4 from 296 ratings.

### Do Pyramid Solitaire Lite or Pyramid have ads?

Both Pyramid Solitaire Lite and Pyramid show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pyramid Solitaire Lite or Pyramid?

Pyramid Solitaire Lite ships an update every 2 months, and Pyramid every 8 months. Most recently, Pyramid Solitaire Lite was updated on September 22, 2026 and Pyramid on September 12, 2026.

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