# Backgammon Masters vs Narde

The clearest difference is rating: Narde at 4.2 against Backgammon Masters's 3.8. Narde also leads on review sentiment (51% vs 33%). Backgammon Masters's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and chart position (#184 vs unranked). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Backgammon Masters sells 12 one-off in-app purchases and Narde sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Narde holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.1K and 362 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Backgammon Masters's written reviews are positive against 51% of Narde's.

Backgammon Masters ships an update fortnightly, Narde every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Backgammon Masters | Narde |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-masters/id466854342/reviews) | **[4.2 (362 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/narde-long-backgammon/id970411932/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 362 |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **50.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#184** | — |
| Size | 329 MB | 48 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.5** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [2KB LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/447008232) | [Adikus](https://appshunter.io/developer/293841475) |

## What reviewers say

### Backgammon Masters

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

**Currently charting:** #184 Top Grossing · Board (US App Store)

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 (12)**

| 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 - SALE! | $7.99 | one-time |
| Sack of gold | $9.99 | one-time |
| Chest of gold - SALE! | $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


### Narde

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/narde-long-backgammon/id970411932)

This app offers a strategic variant of backgammon where luck is removed, focusing on positioning and tactical blocking. Play against AI or global opponents, mastering unique rules and building your legacy through skillful play.

**Highlights:** Pure strategy, no luck, Solo mode against AI, Online multiplayer via Game Center, Authentic Narde rules, One-tap movement, In-game rulebook with tips, Daily leaderboards

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Engaging and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Good visual design and interface
- 🧠 Requires strategic thinking and skill
- 🌐 Online multiplayer functionality
- 📱 Works well as a mobile game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🎲 Dice rolls appear non-random and biased
- 🤖 Suspected rigged algorithm favoring opponents
- ⏳ Long wait times for online opponents
- 💰 Requires payment to continue playing
- 🔗 Connection loss issues and exploits

**Reported bugs**

- Dice roll #5 does not allow piece movement
- Game refuses to allow valid moves
- Doubles cannot be used when spaces are blocked
- Possible movements not underlined after update
- Rule changes for first roll (3:3, 4:4, 6:6)

**Requested features**

- Publish dice rolling algorithm for peer review
- Implement doubling cube in live play
- Add difficulty levels for computer opponents
- Display opponent statistics and skill levels
- Persistent scoring system across sessions


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Backgammon Masters free?

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

### Is Narde free?

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

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

Narde is rated higher. Backgammon Masters averages 3.8 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Narde averages 4.2 from 362 ratings.

### Do Backgammon Masters or Narde have ads?

Both Backgammon Masters and Narde show ads.

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

Backgammon Masters ships an update fortnightly, and Narde every 2 months. Most recently, Backgammon Masters was updated on October 13, 2026 and Narde on October 11, 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.*