# Backgammon NJ HD vs Backgammon Plus

The clearest difference is price: Backgammon Plus at Free against Backgammon NJ HD's $7.99. Backgammon Plus also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.4). Backgammon NJ HD's advantage is review sentiment (56% vs 18%) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Backgammon Plus is free to download; Backgammon NJ HD costs $7.99 up front. Backgammon NJ HD sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Backgammon Plus sells 25 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Backgammon NJ HD against 4.6 for Backgammon Plus. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.6K and 4.7K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 56% of Backgammon NJ HD's written reviews are positive against 18% of Backgammon Plus's.

Backgammon NJ HD ships an update every 5 months, Backgammon Plus every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Backgammon NJ HD | Backgammon Plus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $7.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.5 (3.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-nj-hd/id371380665/reviews) | **[4.6 (4.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-plus-board-games/id1619948547/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3.6K | **4.7K** |
| Positive reviews | **55.7% of reviews** | 17.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#132** | #186 |
| Size | 55 MB | 389 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.4 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Jimmy Hu](https://appshunter.io/developer/328168562) | [Zynga Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/295913422) |

## What reviewers say

### Backgammon NJ HD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-nj-hd/id371380665)

**Currently charting:** #132 Top Paid · Board (US App Store)

Play backgammon against a powerful AI, a friend on the same device, or players worldwide. Improve your skills with tutor mode and detailed analysis. Offers customizable options and supports all iOS devices.

**Highlights:** Neural network AI, Online multiplayer (real-time & turn-based), 2-player mode on one device, Tutor Mode & Hints, Customizable board and checkers, Match play and single games, Game Center integration

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Analysis Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| Online VIP | $2.99 | one-time |
| Power User | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Excellent backgammon app
- 🧠 Challenging AI opponent
- 🔍 Helpful analysis and stats
- 📚 Great for learning and improving

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🎲 Questionable dice rolls and randomness
- 🤖 AI appears to cheat or have unfair advantage
- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- 💰 Paid app with in-app purchases

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes
- Unreliable online play and matchmaking
- Issues with syncing progress across devices

**Requested features**

- Manual dice rolling option
- Ability to undo moves
- Improved online/multiplayer experience
- More difficulty levels


### Backgammon Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-plus-board-games/id1619948547)

**Currently charting:** #186 Top Grossing · Board (US App Store)

Play the ancient dice and board game of backgammon against friends or AI. Race your checkers to the end, master strategy, and compete in daily challenges for rewards. Offers both online and offline play for a classic gaming experience.

**Highlights:** Play against AI or friends, Offline play available, Daily challenges and rewards, Learn to play backgammon, Customize dice and boards, Authentic game experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (25)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Amazing Coin Pack | $0.49 | one-time |
| Wheel Tier 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Big Sale | $0.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank Tier 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Stack | $1.29 | one-time |
| Small Stack of Gems | $1.29 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $1.49 | one-time |
| X5 Coin Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| Great Sale | $1.99 | one-time |
| Small Stack of Chips | $2.49 | one-time |
| Medium Stack of Gems | $2.49 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank VOL.2 | $2.49 | one-time |
| Wheel Tier 2 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Medium Stack X3 | $4.49 | one-time |
| Wheel Tier 3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Great Value of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Trophy Road Coin Pack VOL.3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Stack of Chips | $6.99 | one-time |
| Medium Great Value | $7.49 | one-time |
| Big Treasure of Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Medium Great X3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Big Stack X3 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Wheel Tier 5 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank Tier 5 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Mega Wheel Tier 5 Multiplier 4 | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast gameplay
- 👍 Enjoyable experience
- 🎨 Good graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🎲 Rigged dice rolls
- 🤖 Suspicious bot-like opponents
- 💰 Aggressive monetization
- 🔍 Lack of transparency
- 🤬 Frustrating gameplay

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent disconnections during gameplay
- Freezing and crashing issues

**Requested features**

- Ability to choose opponents
- Option to play offline
- Fair and random dice rolls


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Backgammon NJ HD free?

Backgammon NJ HD costs $7.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Backgammon Plus free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Backgammon NJ HD or Backgammon Plus?

Backgammon Plus is rated higher. Backgammon NJ HD averages 4.5 out of 5 from 3.6K ratings, while Backgammon Plus averages 4.6 from 4.7K ratings.

### Do Backgammon NJ HD or Backgammon Plus have ads?

Backgammon Plus shows ads; Backgammon NJ HD does not.

### Which is updated more often, Backgammon NJ HD or Backgammon Plus?

Backgammon NJ HD ships an update every 5 months, and Backgammon Plus every 3 weeks. Most recently, Backgammon NJ HD was updated on September 22, 2026 and Backgammon Plus on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Backgammon NJ HD or Backgammon Plus?

Backgammon NJ HD currently peaks at #132 in the App Store charts, and Backgammon Plus at #186. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*