# Backgammon Masters vs Backgammon Galaxy

The clearest difference is rating: Backgammon Galaxy at 4.4 against Backgammon Masters's 3.8. Backgammon Galaxy also leads on ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#147 vs unranked). Backgammon Masters's advantage is iOS requirement (13.5 vs 15). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Backgammon Masters sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Backgammon Galaxy sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Backgammon Galaxy holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.1K and 1.9K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 33% of Backgammon Masters's written reviews are positive against 31% of Backgammon Galaxy's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Backgammon Masters ships an update fortnightly, Backgammon Galaxy every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Backgammon Masters | Backgammon Galaxy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-masters/id466854342/reviews) | **[4.4 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-galaxy-play-online/id1606706936/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K | **1.9K** |
| Positive reviews | **33.1% of reviews** | 30.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#147** |
| Size | 332 MB | 177 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.5** | 15 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [2KB LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/447008232) | [Tadorne Ventures Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1606706938) |

## What reviewers say

### Backgammon Masters

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-masters/id466854342)

Experience the classic board game with modern graphics and multiple variations. Play against AI, friends, or online opponents in tournaments, with customizable profiles and live chat. Enjoy fair dice rolls and track your progress with extensive statistics.

**Highlights:** Multiple backgammon styles (Narde, Tavla, Nackgammon), Online multiplayer and AI opponent modes, Daily tournaments, Hotseat mode for local play, Customizable profiles and global chat, Fair and verifiable dice rolls, Extensive game statistics

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| "No ads package GIFT" | Free | one-time |
| "No ads package" | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gold coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 20 Spins for Wheel of Fortune | $1.99 | one-time |
| Bag of gold | $4.99 | one-time |
| Sack of gold - FIRE SALE! | $4.99 | one-time |
| Sack of gold | $9.99 | one-time |
| Chest of gold | $19.99 | one-time |
| Pile of gold - FIRE SALE! | $24.99 | one-time |
| Pile of gold | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fair dice rolls
- 🎨 Excellent graphics and visuals
- 💬 Good communication options with opponents
- 🕹️ Smooth gameplay and intuitive controls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🎲 Unfair dice rolls favoring opponents
- 🤖 Rigged algorithm to force losses
- 💰 Monetization tactics to force in-app purchases
- 🛑 Inability to block or avoid certain players

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes or freezes after updates
- Incorrect move registrations or inability to make legal moves
- Coins disappearing from user accounts

**Requested features**

- Resign button to avoid waiting for game to end
- Option to play against AI without connecting to internet
- Ability to choose opponents based on skill level or location


### Backgammon Galaxy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-galaxy-play-online/id1606706936)

**Currently charting:** #147 Top Grossing · Board (US App Store)

Master the classic game of skill and strategy with this app. Play unlimited games, analyze your moves with AI, and challenge opponents worldwide. Improve your strategy through quizzes and detailed stats.

**Highlights:** Unlimited online backgammon games, World-class AI analysis, Thematic tactical quizzes, Deep performance stats, Global matchmaking, Challenge friends, Practice against AI

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Star Membership | $7.99 | per month |
| Star Pro Membership | $16.99 | per month |
| Star Membership | $79.99 | per year |
| Pile of Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Capsule of coins offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Capsule of Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Comet of Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Planet of Coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| Galaxy of Coins | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent app for serious players
- 🔍 Helpful game analysis and feedback
- 💻 Seamless integration with web version
- 🎨 Beautiful and intuitive interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent bugs, crashes, and glitches
- 🕰️ Slow matchmaking and long wait times
- 💰 Aggressive monetization with coins and purchases
- 🤖 Concerns about rigged or non-random dice

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing and white screens during gameplay
- Incorrect game results and loss of coins
- Inability to start new games or log in consistently
- Compatibility issues on older devices

**Requested features**

- Allow login with existing web account
- Add option to choose opponent skill level
- Improve chat functionality and communication
- Provide more customization options for boards and avatars


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Backgammon Masters free?

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

### Is Backgammon Galaxy free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Backgammon Masters or Backgammon Galaxy?

Backgammon Galaxy is rated higher. Backgammon Masters averages 3.8 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Backgammon Galaxy averages 4.4 from 1.9K ratings.

### Do Backgammon Masters or Backgammon Galaxy have ads?

Backgammon Masters shows ads; Backgammon Galaxy does not.

### Which is updated more often, Backgammon Masters or Backgammon Galaxy?

Backgammon Masters ships an update fortnightly, and Backgammon Galaxy every 2 weeks. Most recently, Backgammon Masters was updated on November 6, 2026 and Backgammon Galaxy on November 3, 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.*