# Niggle (Oh Hell) vs Starbase Orion

The clearest difference is rating: Starbase Orion at 4.7 against Niggle (Oh Hell)'s 3.5. Starbase Orion also leads on review sentiment (81% vs 42%) and ratings volume (329 vs 15). Niggle (Oh Hell)'s advantage is price ($4.99 vs $7.99) and chart position (#107 vs unranked). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Niggle (Oh Hell) costs $4.99 and Starbase Orion $7.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Starbase Orion holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Starbase Orion has 329 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of Niggle (Oh Hell)'s written reviews are positive against 81% of Starbase Orion's.

Niggle (Oh Hell) ships an update every 6 months, Starbase Orion every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Niggle (Oh Hell) | Starbase Orion |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$4.99** | $7.99 |
| Rating | [3.5 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/niggle-oh-hell/id386151503/reviews) | **[4.7 (329 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/starbase-orion/id438375580/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 15 | **329** |
| Positive reviews | 42.1% of reviews | **81.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#107** | — |
| Size | 43 MB | 239 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **11.2** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Sean O'Connor](https://appshunter.io/developer/305324345) | [Chimera Software, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/347752625) |

## What reviewers say

### Niggle (Oh Hell)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/niggle-oh-hell/id386151503)

**Currently charting:** #107 Top Paid · Card (US App Store)

This app offers a digital version of the trick-taking card game Oh Hell! (also known as Niggle). It features a challenging AI with emotional responses, customizable rules, and local multiplayer options via WiFi or Bluetooth. Learn to accurately bid on the number of tricks you'll win each round.

**Highlights:** Challenging AI opponent, Customizable rule options, Emotional AI players, Local WiFi multiplayer, Local Bluetooth multiplayer, Trick-taking card game

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Excellent AI gameplay and strategy depth
- ⚙️ Highly customizable game rules and scoring options
- 🎯 Faithful recreation of the classic card game
- 👥 Great for practicing real-life game skills
- 📊 Tracks game statistics and high scores

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing issues
- 🐛 Game crashes mid-hand or mid-game
- 😕 Childish UI design in recent updates
- 🔊 Unmutable sound effects and voices
- 🎨 Poor card visibility and contrast

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently during gameplay
- Game freezes when changing settings
- Sound mute button doesn't work properly
- Cards disappear mid-game
- Save game doesn't restore to correct position

**Requested features**

- Online multiplayer with friends via Facebook or network
- Ability to play with 3-5 players instead of just 4
- Variable hand sizes (1-13 cards and back down)
- Speed control for card animations
- No Trump option when Ace is turned as trump card


### Starbase Orion

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/starbase-orion/id438375580)

Engage in a deep 4X space strategy experience. Explore, expand, and conquer the galaxy by colonizing worlds, designing ships, and outmaneuvering opponents in turn-based combat. Features a robust AI and multiplayer options for galactic domination.

**Highlights:** Explore new worlds, Expand your empire, Exterminate rivals, Design custom ships, Engage in turn-based combat, Diplomacy and espionage, Multiplayer via GameCenter

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent 4x strategy game
- 👍 Faithful recreation of Master of Orion
- 🚀 Continuously updated with new features
- 👍 Vibrant player community
- 🚀 Smooth gameplay and intuitive controls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- 🔍 Limited diplomacy and foreign relations
- 🔍 Automated combat lacks depth
- 🔍 Repetitive late-game experience
- 🔍 Outdated visuals

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and save file corruption
- UI issues with overlapping text and unresponsive controls
- Multiplayer matchmaking and connectivity problems

**Requested features**

- More ship classes and customization options
- Expanded tech tree and research system
- Deeper diplomacy and espionage mechanics
- Manual control of ship combat
- Improved end-game content and victory conditions


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Niggle (Oh Hell) free?

Niggle (Oh Hell) costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Starbase Orion free?

Starbase Orion costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Niggle (Oh Hell) or Starbase Orion?

Starbase Orion is rated higher. Niggle (Oh Hell) averages 3.5 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Starbase Orion averages 4.7 from 329 ratings.

### Do Niggle (Oh Hell) or Starbase Orion have ads?

Neither Niggle (Oh Hell) nor Starbase Orion shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Niggle (Oh Hell) or Starbase Orion?

Niggle (Oh Hell) ships an update every 6 months, and Starbase Orion every 3 months. Most recently, Niggle (Oh Hell) was updated on September 22, 2026 and Starbase Orion on September 23, 2026.

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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.*