Comparison

Wizard vs Tile Cribbage

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

Head to head
About

Wizard

Experience the challenging and habit-forming card game with a unique 60-card deck. Bid on tricks, score points by meeting your bid exactly, and master the strategy involving special Wizard and Jester cards. Play solo against AI or challenge up to four friends online.

Highlights
  • Unique 60-card deck
  • Simple rules, strategic depth
  • Bid on tricks to score points
  • Wizard and Jester wild cards
  • Play against AI opponents
  • Network game with up to 4 friends
Features
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The official iPhone version of the card game Wizard. Meet the card game that's challenging, habit-forming and loads of fun! It's Wizard: a unique game with a 60 card deck! The rules are simple and easy to learn... mastering the strategy is the real challenge. One card is dealt to each player on the first round, two cards on the second, and so on. Players bid the number of tricks they think they will win. Make the exact number of tricks bid and you win points; too many or too few and you lose points. The Wizard and Jester cards add a "wild card" element to the strategy. Play against the sophisticated built-in AI players, or choose a network game of up to 4 friends playing over the internet. Wizard® is a registered trademark of Wizard Cards International , Inc. © K. Fisher Enterprises, Ltd.

About

Tile Cribbage

This game offers a strategic twist on a classic card game, replacing cards with tiles on a grid. Players place tiles to form scoring combinations, aiming to maximize points while blocking opponents. It features online multiplayer, achievements, and detailed statistics.

Highlights
  • Tile-based gameplay
  • Strategic scoring combinations
  • Online multiplayer matches
  • Achievement system
  • Detailed player statistics
  • Interactive tutorial
Features
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Tile Cribbage is an innovative twist on the beloved classic card game, combining the strategic depth of Cribbage with the challenge of tile-based gameplay. Designed for players who love thinking several steps ahead, this game transforms traditional card play into a captivating board experience, offering fresh layers of strategy and fun. In Tile Cribbage, players use numbered and colored tiles instead of cards, placing them on a grid to form scoring combinations such as 15s, pairs, runs, and flushes. The goal is simple: maximize your points while strategically blocking your opponent's opportunities. Every turn presents a blend of tactical decisions—do you focus on your score or disrupt your rival’s plans? The game’s board layout ensures every match is dynamic, with endless possibilities for creative play. The open grid design requires players to think spatially, planning moves not just for the current turn but for future opportunities. Whether you’re setting up a high-scoring combo or cleverly positioning tiles to limit your opponent's options, Tile Cribbage keeps you engaged from start to finish. Perfect for Cribbage enthusiasts and newcomers alike, Tile Cribbage bridges generations, offering a game that's easy to learn yet hard to master. With its blend of luck, skill, and strategy, every match feels fresh, keeping you coming back for more. If you’re ready to take your love of Cribbage to the next level, Tile Cribbage is your chance to discover a bold, exciting reimagining of a timeless classic! *What's New* Online Multiplayer – Challenge friends or family anywhere with real-time online matches. Create a game, share your code, and compete head-to-head with seamless cross-device play. Achievements System – Unlock 30+ achievements tracking your best plays, win streaks, scoring milestones, and special accomplishments. From "Century Club" to "Perfect Game," every achievement celebrates your mastery. Detailed Statistics – Track your progress with comprehensive stats for each difficulty level and online play. View your win rates, best hand scores, total game counts, and head-to-head records—all in one beautiful dashboard. Interactive Tutorial – New to Cribbage or tile-based play? Our step-by-step guided tutorial teaches you the rules and strategies as you play, making it easy to jump in and start having fun. Ad-Free Option – Enjoy distraction-free gameplay with a one-time in-app purchase to remove all banner ads permanently. Complete Help & Rules Reference – Access detailed scoring guides, placement rules, and strategic tips anytime during gameplay through the in-game help menu.

Screenshots

Wizard4 screens
Tile Cribbage4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Tile Cribbage at Free against Wizard's $5.99. Tile Cribbage also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.3). Wizard's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On review sentiment, ratings volume, update cadence 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

Tile Cribbage is free to download; Wizard costs $5.99 up front. Tile Cribbage sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Wizard asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Tile Cribbage holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 62 and 47 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 35% of Wizard's written reviews are positive against 33% of Tile Cribbage's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Wizard ships an update every 4 months, Tile Cribbage every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Wizard versus Tile Cribbage: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWizardTile Cribbage
Price$5.99Free — better
Rating3.3 (62 ratings)4.8 (47 ratings) — better
Positive reviews34.6% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings62 — better47
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#95 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSean O'ConnorMitchell May

Customer experience

Wizard

All ratings61 ratings
Positive52.5%
Neutral9.8%
Negative37.7%
Written reviews153 reviews
Positive34.6%
Neutral19.0%
Negative46.4%

Tile Cribbage

All ratings45 ratings
Positive97.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative2.2%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

Bugs and requests

Wizard

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Cards not displaying properly
  • Disconnection issues in network play
  • Scoring errors

Requested features

4 requests
  • Online multiplayer
  • More player options (3, 5, 6 players)
  • Undo/correct last move
  • Dealer/bid summary indicators

Tile Cribbage

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Wizard

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Tile Cribbage

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$4.99

Questions

Is Wizard free?
Wizard costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tile Cribbage free?
Tile Cribbage is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Wizard or Tile Cribbage?
Tile Cribbage is rated higher. Wizard averages 3.3 out of 5 from 62 ratings, while Tile Cribbage averages 4.8 from 47 ratings.
Do Wizard or Tile Cribbage have ads?
Tile Cribbage shows ads; Wizard does not.
Which is updated more often, Wizard or Tile Cribbage?
Wizard ships an update every 4 months, and Tile Cribbage every 2 months. Most recently, Wizard was updated on November 10, 2026 and Tile Cribbage on November 8, 2026.

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