# Solitaire vs Solitaire ▪

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Solitaire ▪ at 1.8K against Solitaire's 563. Solitaire ▪ also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Solitaire sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Solitaire ▪ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Solitaire against 4.7 for Solitaire ▪. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 563 and 1.8K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of Solitaire's written reviews are positive against 73% of Solitaire ▪'s.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Solitaire | Solitaire ▪ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (563 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solitaire-classic-collection/id391358325/reviews) | [4.7 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solitaire/id1140186382/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 563 | **1.8K** |
| Positive reviews | **75.0% of reviews** | 72.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 69 MB | 176 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Quadrimind](https://appshunter.io/developer/333619872) | [Spider Solitaire](https://appshunter.io/developer/1127784526) |

## What reviewers say

### Solitaire

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solitaire-classic-collection/id391358325)

Enjoy a collection of classic card games including Klondike, Spider, and FreeCell. Features smart tips, fluid gameplay, and customizable options like dark mode and different table colors. Optimized for portable devices with larger, easy-to-read cards.

**Highlights:** Klondike, Spider, FreeCell, Pyramid, 3 Peaks, Everest, Smart tips and fluid gameplay, Adjustable interface for left/right-handed players, Larger, easy-to-read cards, Dark mode and multiple table colors, Unlimited undo steps, Autosave and automatic move

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $8.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
- 🎨 Good graphics and visual design
- 🚀 Fast performance
- 🎮 Addictive and engaging gameplay
- ♿ Supports both left and right-handed play

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📢 Intrusive ads that cannot be closed
- 🔊 Unwanted music that plays automatically and ignores sound settings
- 🐛 App instability and crashes
- 💔 Recent updates broke previously working features
- 🎮 Game difficulty too easy, lacks challenge

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and instability
- Ads without close button forcing game completion
- Music plays despite sound being turned off
- Double-tap feature removed in new version
- Video reward system only shows on half of wins

**Requested features**

- Move preview feature for Spider solitaire (show all available moves at once)
- Restore double-tap feature to send cards to holding stacks
- Option to disable background music
- More card face and back designs
- More color options for customization


### Solitaire ▪

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solitaire/id1140186382)

Experience the classic Klondike solitaire game with multiple modes and customizable options. Enjoy an intuitive interface with features like automatic saving and move cancellation. Offers a free trial with an optional subscription for an ad-free experience and exclusive content.

**Highlights:** Standard and Vegas solitaire modes, 1 or 3 card draw options, Portrait and landscape orientation, Left or right-handed play, Automatic game saving, Unlimited move cancellation, Intelligent help system

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Solitaire Weekly Subscription | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💯 Excellent game
- 🕰 Great time killer
- 🧠 Challenges the mind
- 🎨 Customizable options
- 🔍 Helpful hints and tips

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📢 Too many ads
- ⏱ Slow performance after updates
- 🔇 Ads play sound even with volume off
- 🤯 Impossible or frustrating game states

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect date display on daily challenges
- Crashes or freezes on certain devices
- Inability to complete certain game states

**Requested features**

- Ability to turn off ads completely
- More challenging game modes
- Improved daily challenge tracking
- Multiplayer or competitive features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Solitaire free?

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

### Is Solitaire ▪ free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Solitaire or Solitaire ▪?

Solitaire and Solitaire ▪ are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 563 and 1.8K ratings respectively.

### Do Solitaire or Solitaire ▪ have ads?

Both Solitaire and Solitaire ▪ show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Solitaire or Solitaire ▪?

Solitaire ships an update every 2 months, and Solitaire ▪ every 2 months. Most recently, Solitaire was updated on September 23, 2026 and Solitaire ▪ on September 22, 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.*