Comparison

Tic Tac Toe ∙ vs Tic Tac Toe Evolved

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

Head to head
About

Tic Tac Toe ∙

Enjoy classic Tic Tac Toe on your mobile device without paper. Play against friends or a challenging AI with adjustable difficulty. Engage in turn-based network matches for a modern twist on the timeless game.

Highlights
  • One and two player modes
  • Three AI difficulty levels
  • Turn-based network play
  • Undo function
  • Automatic save
  • Score tracking
Features
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Put away your pencil and paper - now you can play Tic Tac Toe on your iPhone or iPod Touch for free. Tic Tac Toe Free supports one player and two player gameplay, so you can play against another human or against your iPhone. The AI for one player mode includes three difficulty levels, so you can play against a computer player that matches your skill level. A move randomization engine ensures that your iPhone won't keep making the same moves over and over again. Our new turn-based network play feature allows you to play up to 16 simultaneous network games against your Game Center friends or random network opponents over Wi-Fi or 3G. Tic Tac Toe Free offers a host of exciting features, including: * Turn-based network play over Wi-Fi or 3G * Great graphics and exciting sound effects * Configurable player names and score tracking * Undo function * Automatic save when you get a phone call or exit the application Tic Tac Toe Free is supported by unobtrusive banner advertising. Tic Tac Toe Pro is the same great app as Tic Tac Toe Free without the ads.

About

Tic Tac Toe Evolved

This evolved Tic-Tac-Toe game introduces moving and capturing pieces for deep strategy. Compete in real-time online matches against players worldwide and climb the ranks. Enjoy quick, strategic gameplay perfect for short sessions.

Highlights
  • Pieces can move and capture
  • Real-time online multiplayer
  • Global ranking system
  • CPU practice mode
  • Offline play available
  • Intuitive tap controls
Features
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Not the tic tac toe you know. Bigger pieces can be placed on top of smaller ones — and steal them. Get matched in seconds in worldwide online battles and climb the ranks from 30 Kyu to 9 Dan. The rules take 10 seconds to learn, but the mind games never end. Kids and adults both get hooked. ■ Tic tac toe, evolved into a real strategy game Every piece in MARUBA comes in three sizes: small, medium, and large. A bigger piece can be placed on top of a smaller one to capture it. Pieces already on the board can move too — and lifting one reveals what was hidden underneath. The game that always ended in a draw is now a battle of reads and reversals, one move at a time. Learning the rules takes 10 seconds. The depth of a tic tac toe that doesn't end in draws? Endless. ■ Online battles that start in seconds Jump in and play in moments — quick, breezy matches whenever you like. Win to earn stars and rank up — from 30 Kyu all the way to 9 Dan. ■ Goals that never run out - Ranks: lasting proof of your skill, re-measured in monthly seasons - Win streak rankings: compete worldwide for the best streak - Weekly League: climb from Bronze to Master in weekly promotion battles - CPU Ladder: 50 levels of practice opponents that grow with you - Puzzle mode: "win in N moves" brain teasers, stage by stage ■ Collect, dress up, and play as your own character Cats, robots, bears, ghosts... mix and match cute characters with accessories and board themes. Your look is visible to your opponents too. Plus limited cosmetics to collect. ■ With family and friends - Two players on one device (no internet needed) - Friend battles with a shared passcode - Parental gate included — designed with kids in mind ■ Recommended for - Anyone who loved tic tac toe or noughts and crosses - Fans of chess, checkers, and board game mind games - Quick battles in your spare minutes - Families looking for a brain game to play together Play one match. Feel the sting of having a piece stolen — and the thrill of stealing it back. ■ About subscriptions (Premium) - Note Cancellation for the current billing period is not available. Subscriptions are cancelled from your device settings, not from within the app. How to cancel: https://support.apple.com/HT202039 - Restore purchases If you have subscribed before, tap the "Restore Purchases" button at the bottom of the subscription screen. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://tomople.com/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

Tic Tac Toe ∙4 screens
Tic Tac Toe Evolved4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Tic Tac Toe ∙ at 4.5 against Tic Tac Toe Evolved's 3.7. Tic Tac Toe ∙ also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and review sentiment (80% vs 50%). Tic Tac Toe Evolved's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 6 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Tic Tac Toe Evolved sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Tic Tac Toe ∙ asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Tic Tac Toe ∙ holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tic Tac Toe ∙ has 75K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of Tic Tac Toe ∙'s written reviews are positive against 50% of Tic Tac Toe Evolved's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tic Tac Toe ∙ ships an update every 6 months, Tic Tac Toe Evolved monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Tic Tac Toe ∙ versus Tic Tac Toe Evolved: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTic Tac Toe ∙Tic Tac Toe Evolved
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (75K ratings) — better3.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews79.8% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings75K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size111 MB86 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOptime Software LLCtomople

Customer experience

Tic Tac Toe ∙

All ratings74,558 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral6.0%
Negative6.5%
Written reviews1,274 reviews
Positive79.8%
Neutral8.2%
Negative12.0%

Tic Tac Toe Evolved

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

Tic Tac Toe ∙

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Game freezes after ads
  • Opponent doesn't take turns in network play
  • Sound plays even when device is on mute

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add an 'impossible' difficulty level
  • Improve network play functionality
  • Reduce ad frequency and duration
  • Implement an ad-free paid version

Tic Tac Toe Evolved

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Tic Tac Toe ∙

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Tic Tac Toe Evolved

Subscriptions2
  • Remove mobile ads (1 month)$1.991 Month
  • Remove mobile ads (1 year)$24.991 Year

Questions

Is Tic Tac Toe ∙ free?
Tic Tac Toe ∙ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tic Tac Toe Evolved free?
Tic Tac Toe Evolved is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Tic Tac Toe ∙ or Tic Tac Toe Evolved?
Tic Tac Toe ∙ is rated higher. Tic Tac Toe ∙ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 75K ratings, while Tic Tac Toe Evolved averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do Tic Tac Toe ∙ or Tic Tac Toe Evolved have ads?
Both Tic Tac Toe ∙ and Tic Tac Toe Evolved show ads.
Which is updated more often, Tic Tac Toe ∙ or Tic Tac Toe Evolved?
Tic Tac Toe ∙ ships an update every 6 months, and Tic Tac Toe Evolved monthly. Most recently, Tic Tac Toe ∙ was updated on September 25, 2026 and Tic Tac Toe Evolved on September 4, 2026.

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