Comparison

Arimaa Trainer vs Reversi Evo

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

Head to head
About

Arimaa Trainer

Learn and master a deep strategy board game with simple rules suitable for all ages. Explore millions of unique game possibilities and challenge yourself with increasing AI difficulty levels. Features include a video tutorial, score tracking, and the ability to save and replay games.

Highlights
  • Video tutorial for learning rules
  • Multiple difficulty levels
  • Handicap game support
  • High score and rating tracking
  • Pass and play mode
  • Load, save, and email games
  • Replay games from any position
Features
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Arimaa is one of the fastest growing modern strategy games. Rules are simple and intuitive enough for kids to play easily, yet there is more than enough strategic depth to satisfy the most demanding gamer. If you enjoy challenging games like Chess, Checkers, Go, or Shogi, discover Arimaa and see why it was chosen in the Discovery Channel's list of the Top 10 Mind-bending Strategy Games and also recommended by Scientific American MIND magazine. “The rules are simple enough for kids to learn, and the game was creative and engaging.” —Frederik Joelving; Scientific American Mind magazine With millions of opening setups to choose from, every game requires creative thinking right from the beginning and no need to memorize openings. It's a never ending puzzle, each game is different. In just the first 10 moves of Arimaa there's more possible games than there are atoms in our universe. “Because the number of possible moves in an Arimaa position (roughly 20,000) is much higher than in chess (about 30 or so), even the fastest computers will not be able to search very far into the tree of possibilities.” —R. Wayne Schmittberger; GAMES magazine This Arimaa app includes a video tutorial to teach the rules of the game making it easy to get started. There are increasing levels of difficulty to help you build your skill, and a score to let you know how well you played. Try beating the AI faster or by losing fewer pieces to top your high score. The app is loaded with features and settings to help you learn this addictive new game. Features: • video tutorial to teach the rules • several difficulty levels • ability to play handicap games • keep track of high scores • keep track of ratings • mode to pass and play with a friend • option to auto-rotate the board between moves • option to auto-rotate the game between moves • option to pause between moves • option to play rated games • option to use a move timer • ability to load and save games • ability to email the game • ability to replay a game from any position • dedicated full screen mode for iPad Awards and Recognition: • Scientific American MIND magazine: Brainy gift recommendation • Discovery Channel's HowStuffWorks: Selected as 3rd most mind-bending game • Parents Choice: Approved award • Creative Child magazine: 2010 Game of the Year This app is provided in compliance with Section 2 of the Arimaa Public License. License #100520.

About

Reversi Evo

Features
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ReversiEvo is a refined evolution of Othello (Reversi). You can enjoy solo play against AI or share one device for a local duel with a friend. The game offers rich customization options, with the standout feature being the unique "less to win" rule. At first, it may feel unfamiliar compared to the classic rules, but that very difference often leads to exciting and memorable matches. Of course, you can also play using the traditional rules. By customizing the board size and piece colors, you are invited to discover a new way to enjoy Othello that suits your own style. [Key Features] • Solo / Duo Play Enjoy quiet moments of solo thinking, or engage in focused face-to-face matches on a single device. • Three AI Levels From easygoing opponents to a Smart AI that plans ahead and fights for every corner — choose the challenge that suits your mood. • Customizable Rules and Win Conditions Experience new strategies where restraint, timing, and sacrifice play a crucial role. • Adjustable Board Size Change the board size to match your preferred play time, complexity, and tactical depth. • Custom Piece Colors Choose from a refined selection of colors to personalize the look of your game. [Designed for Pure Thinking] • Offline Play Play anytime, anywhere, without the need for an internet connection. • No Ads No ads, no noise. Stay fully focused on the game itself. • Privacy-First No data collection at all. Your gameplay remains intentional and entirely yours. ReversiEvo is not just another Othello app. It is a quiet challenge to conventional thinking, and an evolution of a timeless classic strategy game.

Screenshots

Arimaa Trainer4 screens
Reversi Evo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Reversi Evo at Free against Arimaa Trainer's $0.99. On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

Reversi Evo is free to download; Arimaa Trainer costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Arimaa Trainer ships an update every 4 months, Reversi Evo every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Arimaa Trainer versus Reversi Evo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArimaa TrainerReversi Evo
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating4.1 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews73.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMartti JuotasniemiHoot Hall LLC

In-app purchases

None

Arimaa Trainer

No in-app purchases

None

Reversi Evo

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Arimaa Trainer free?
Arimaa Trainer costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Reversi Evo free?
Reversi Evo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Arimaa Trainer or Reversi Evo have ads?
Neither Arimaa Trainer nor Reversi Evo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Arimaa Trainer or Reversi Evo?
Arimaa Trainer ships an update every 4 months, and Reversi Evo every 5 months. Most recently, Arimaa Trainer was updated on October 20, 2026 and Reversi Evo on October 9, 2026.

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