# Backgammon vs Backgammon Masters

The clearest difference is rating: Backgammon at 4.4 against Backgammon Masters's 3.8. Backgammon also leads on review sentiment (65% vs 33%) and ratings volume (15K vs 1.1K). Backgammon Masters's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 months) and iOS requirement (13.5 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Backgammon sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Backgammon Masters sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Backgammon holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Backgammon has 15K ratings behind it against 1.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of Backgammon's written reviews are positive against 33% of Backgammon Masters's.

Backgammon ships an update every 5 months, Backgammon Masters fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 2, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Backgammon | Backgammon Masters |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-classic-dice-game/id299466486/reviews)** | [3.8 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-masters/id466854342/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **15K** | 1.1K |
| Positive reviews | **65.3% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 123 MB | 329 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.5** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [WildCard Classics Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/284954485) | [2KB LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/447008232) |

## What reviewers say

### Backgammon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-classic-dice-game/id299466486)

Experience the classic board and dice game with multiple variations and play modes. Challenge yourself against AI or friends online, with helpful features like move assist and unlimited undos.

**Highlights:** Multiple game variations (Nackgammon, Old English, Acey Deucey), Single player with adjustable AI difficulty, Online and Bluetooth multiplayer, Match play with Doubling and Crawford Rule, Move-Assist feature, Unlimited Undo in single-player, Extensive game statistics

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Christmas Theme | $0.99 | one-time |
| Acey Deucey | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Refresher
- 👍 Bugs worked out
- 👍 Love this game!
- 👍 Fun
- 👍 Great way to pass time

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Ads in middle of game
- 🔍 Ads doubled in one month
- 🔍 Too many ads interrupt the game
- 🔍 Ads During Play
- 🔍 Ads every three moves

**Reported bugs**

- Pieces no longer hand on the bars on iPads or iPad minis
- Doesn't work anymore with the last update of the iPhone
- Game freezes after ads
- Crashes every time I try to open it
- Pieces become minuscule after ads

**Requested features**

- Allow offline playing
- Turn based option
- Ability to review board before doubling
- Ability to undo moves


### Backgammon Masters

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-masters/id466854342)

Experience the classic board game with modern graphics and multiple variations. Play against AI, friends, or online opponents in tournaments, with customizable profiles and live chat. Enjoy fair dice rolls and track your progress with extensive statistics.

**Highlights:** Multiple backgammon styles (Narde, Tavla, Nackgammon), Online multiplayer and AI opponent modes, Daily tournaments, Hotseat mode for local play, Customizable profiles and global chat, Fair and verifiable dice rolls, Extensive game statistics

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| "No ads package GIFT" | Free | one-time |
| "No ads package" | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gold coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 20 Spins for Wheel of Fortune | $1.99 | one-time |
| Bag of gold | $4.99 | one-time |
| Sack of gold - FIRE SALE! | $4.99 | one-time |
| Sack of gold - SALE! | $7.99 | one-time |
| Sack of gold | $9.99 | one-time |
| Chest of gold - SALE! | $9.99 | one-time |
| Chest of gold | $19.99 | one-time |
| Pile of gold - FIRE SALE! | $24.99 | one-time |
| Pile of gold | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fair dice rolls
- 🎨 Excellent graphics and visuals
- 💬 Good communication options with opponents
- 🕹️ Smooth gameplay and intuitive controls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🎲 Unfair dice rolls favoring opponents
- 🤖 Rigged algorithm to force losses
- 💰 Monetization tactics to force in-app purchases
- 🛑 Inability to block or avoid certain players

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes or freezes after updates
- Incorrect move registrations or inability to make legal moves
- Coins disappearing from user accounts

**Requested features**

- Resign button to avoid waiting for game to end
- Option to play against AI without connecting to internet
- Ability to choose opponents based on skill level or location


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Backgammon free?

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

### Is Backgammon Masters free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Backgammon or Backgammon Masters?

Backgammon is rated higher. Backgammon averages 4.4 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while Backgammon Masters averages 3.8 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do Backgammon or Backgammon Masters have ads?

Both Backgammon and Backgammon Masters show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Backgammon or Backgammon Masters?

Backgammon ships an update every 5 months, and Backgammon Masters fortnightly. Most recently, Backgammon was updated on October 2, 2026 and Backgammon Masters on October 2, 2026.

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