# Othello vs Noddle

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Noddle at 100% against Othello's 39%. Noddle also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 months). Othello's advantage is ratings volume (8.5K vs 13). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Othello sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Noddle sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Noddle holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Othello has 8.5K ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 39% of Othello's written reviews are positive against 100% of Noddle's.

Othello ships an update every 3 months, Noddle every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Othello | Noddle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (8.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/othello-the-official-game/id466399294/reviews) | **[4.7 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/noddle/id6761867949/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8.5K** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | 38.5% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 317 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LITE Games GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/943875563) | [KYLE GREGORY HOLT](https://appshunter.io/developer/1891863448) |

## What reviewers say

### Othello

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/othello-the-official-game/id466399294)

Experience the classic strategy board game with offline and online multiplayer modes. Learn the rules, hone your tactics, and compete against players worldwide or train against the computer. Unlock achievements and climb the leaderboards in this officially licensed version.

**Highlights:** Offline and online multiplayer, Play against computer with adjustable difficulty, Global online matchmaking, Climb online highscore leaderboard, Unlock achievements, Officially licensed app and rule set

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads 1 Month | $0.99 | per month |
| No Ads 3 Months | $1.99 | per 3 months |
| No Ads 1 Year | $4.49 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and addictive game
- 🕹️ Classic gameplay
- 🖼️ Good graphics and design
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💪 Challenging AI opponent

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Too many bots/computer players
- 💸 Excessive ads and subscription model
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Difficulty matching players of similar skill
- ⏱️ Short turn timer

**Reported bugs**

- Offline mode not working
- Disconnects during online games
- Incorrect scoring and game outcomes
- Freezing and unresponsive UI

**Requested features**

- Tournament mode
- Ability to change tile colors
- Option to play music/podcasts during games
- Improved rating/leaderboard system
- Ability to play against friends


### Noddle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/noddle/id6761867949)

Engage in a relaxing bead puzzle game where you fill the board with connected molecule-style pieces. Enjoy handcrafted puzzles, daily challenges with leaderboards, and fast-paced modes. Unlock additional content for a complete puzzle experience.

**Highlights:** 250 Classic puzzles, Daily puzzle with global leaderboard, Blitz mode, Freeform sandbox mode, 24 color skins, Extra puzzle packs

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Neon Dreams | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ocean Deep | $0.99 | one-time |
| Arctic | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ember | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rose Gold | $0.99 | one-time |
| Earthy | $0.99 | one-time |
| Crimson | $0.99 | one-time |
| Desert Sand | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cotton Candy | $0.99 | one-time |
| Noddle Pro | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Othello free?

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

### Is Noddle free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Othello or Noddle?

Noddle is rated higher. Othello averages 4.5 out of 5 from 8.5K ratings, while Noddle averages 4.7 from 13 ratings.

### Do Othello or Noddle have ads?

Othello shows ads; Noddle does not.

### Which is updated more often, Othello or Noddle?

Othello ships an update every 3 months, and Noddle every 4 days. Most recently, Othello was updated on October 30, 2026 and Noddle on October 24, 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.*