# iTavli vs Ξερή του Zoo.gr

The clearest difference is rating: Ξερή του Zoo.gr at 4.3 against iTavli's 3.7. Ξερή του Zoo.gr also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iTavli sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year and Ξερή του Zoo.gr sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Ξερή του Zoo.gr holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 56 and 30 respectively.

iTavli ships an update monthly, Ξερή του Zoo.gr every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iTavli | Ξερή του Zoo.gr |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/itavli-best-backgammon-game/id427813048/reviews) | **[4.3 (30 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zoogr/id735210120/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **56** | 30 |
| Positive reviews | 43.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 73 MB | 118 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | +17 |
| Developer | [i-SmartSolutions](https://appshunter.io/developer/391390898) | [LazyLand LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/481654138) |

## What reviewers say

### iTavli

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/itavli-best-backgammon-game/id427813048)

This app offers a vast collection of 15 backgammon variations, allowing you to play against AI opponents or friends worldwide. Enjoy features like realistic dice, customizable boards, and live game watching.

**Highlights:** 15 backgammon game variants, Play against AI or global players, Online multiplayer with chat, Bluetooth local play, Realistic 3D dice and checkers, Unlimited undo function, Tournament mode

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual Subscription | $4.99 | per year |
| Get 1000 coins for $1.99 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Get 3000 coins for $2.99 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Get 10000 coins for $4.99 | $4.99 | one-time |
| The Plakoto (or Blockgammon) game | $5.99 | one-time |
| The Fevga (or Narde) game | $5.99 | one-time |
| Purchase the Acey Deucey (Amercan) game | $5.99 | one-time |
| Purchase the Gulbara game | $5.99 | one-time |
| Purchase the Acey Deucey (European) game | $5.99 | one-time |
| Purchase the Tawla 31 game | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Comprehensive game variants (Portes, Plakoto, Fevga, Acey-Deucey)
- 🌐 Online multiplayer functionality with global players
- 🎯 Good for learning multiple backgammon variations
- 🎨 Stylish and attractive user interface design
- 👥 Ability to play tournaments with all three games in sequence

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes during gameplay
- 🐛 Game-breaking bugs affecting piece placement and movement
- 🤖 Weak AI opponent at all difficulty levels
- 🐛 Illegal moves allowed (extra moves on doubles, pieces moving backwards)
- 📊 Unfair difficulty scaling (relies on dice luck rather than strategy)

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes during gameplay, especially in tournament mode
- Pieces disappear or become invisible when stacked
- Opponent's pieces land on player's pieces and stall game
- Illegal moves allowed (extra moves on doubles, moving backwards)
- Game freezes when online opponent disconnects

**Requested features**

- Improved AI difficulty with better strategic gameplay
- Resign button for early game exit
- Reliable undo/confirm button for moves
- Tournament save/resume functionality
- Sound effects and dice rolling audio


### Ξερή του Zoo.gr

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zoogr/id735210120)

A traditional Greek card game where players aim to collect points by forming special card combinations or achieving a 'Kseri'. Strategy and skillful card play are key to winning this engaging game.

**Highlights:** Traditional Greek card game mechanics, Point collection system, Special card combinations, Strategic gameplay, Kseri combination scoring

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 500 Chips | $0.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Chips | $2.99 | one-time |
| 30 Diamonds | $3.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Chips | $4.99 | one-time |
| 40000 Μάρκες | $10.99 | one-time |
| 15000 Chips | $10.99 | one-time |
| 40000 Chips | $21.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iTavli free?

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

### Is Ξερή του Zoo.gr free?

Ξερή του Zoo.gr is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iTavli or Ξερή του Zoo.gr?

Ξερή του Zoo.gr is rated higher. iTavli averages 3.7 out of 5 from 56 ratings, while Ξερή του Zoo.gr averages 4.3 from 30 ratings.

### Do iTavli or Ξερή του Zoo.gr have ads?

Both iTavli and Ξερή του Zoo.gr show ads.

### Which is updated more often, iTavli or Ξερή του Zoo.gr?

iTavli ships an update monthly, and Ξερή του Zoo.gr every 2 months. Most recently, iTavli was updated on November 10, 2026 and Ξερή του Zoo.gr on November 1, 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.*