Comparison

Janggi for all vs Black & White Go

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

Head to head
About

Janggi for all

Enjoy a traditional Korean chess game anytime, anywhere with this high-quality single-player experience. Features adjustable AI difficulty, offline play, and a user-friendly interface for all skill levels.

Highlights
  • Smart AI opponent with adjustable difficulty
  • Offline 2-player mode
  • No internet connection required for play
  • Simplified interface and high-quality graphics
  • Special 'Jeopjanggi' system for advanced players
Features
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Discover traditional Korean Janggi at your own pace. Janggi for all brings AI matches, tactical puzzles, and same-device two-player games to your iPhone and iPad. THREE AI LEVELS Choose a difficulty that suits you, from introductory practice to a more demanding strategic match. Take time to consider each move and develop your own approach to Korean chess. 4,000 TACTICAL PUZZLES Read each objective and work through the correct sequence, considering your opponent's replies along the way. Progress through the stages and continue from your existing completed-puzzle records. TWO PLAYERS, ONE DEVICE Share an iPhone or iPad with a friend or family member and take turns on the same board. This is local two-player play, without online matchmaking. HANDICAPS AND REPLAYS Adjust the challenge with piece handicaps. Save game records and replay past matches to review your decisions. Undo moves using your available Undo Points. GAME CENTER AND ICLOUD View your records on Game Center leaderboards. iCloud synchronization supports win/loss records, Undo Points, puzzle progress, and saved game records. To access synchronized records after reinstalling or on another device, use the same Game Center and iCloud accounts with the required iCloud settings enabled. PLAY AND CONNECTIONS Core matches and puzzles can be played offline. Game Center, iCloud synchronization, and ad-funded rewards require an internet connection and service availability. The app includes advertising; rewarded ads are optional. Available in Korean and English. AI thinking time varies with the position and your device's performance.

About

Black & White Go

This premium board game offers an offline Go experience powered by a local AI engine. Analyze games, review moves, and play against AI or friends. It's suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to masters.

Highlights
  • Offline AI engine (KataGo)
  • Player vs AI mode
  • Player vs Player mode
  • AI vs AI mode
  • Position analysis
  • Replay mode
Features
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Black & White Go — the strongest Go AI in your pocket. Powered by KataGo, the world's strongest open-source Go engine, built right into the app. Play and review games anytime, anywhere — fully offline. STRICTLY FAIR GAMES • 15 difficulty levels — from beginner to strong amateur • 9×9, 13×13 and 19×19 boards • Even games, nigiri, 2–9 stone handicap, free handicap placement • Pass, undo and resign supported • Games are saved automatically — resume anytime PLAY YOUR WAY • Play Black or White against the AI • Play face-to-face with a friend • Watch AI vs AI games and learn AI REVIEW — IMPROVE EVERY GAME • Full-game win-rate graph at a glance • Automatic mistake marking: blunder / mistake / inaccuracy • At every marked move, see the AI's recommended play on the board • Choose analysis depth (Fast / Standard / Thorough) — remembered for next time • Tap the graph to jump to any move, or step 10 moves at a time POSITION ANALYSIS • Estimate territory and influence while you play Available in Korean and English.

Screenshots

Janggi for all4 screens
Black & White Go4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Janggi for all at 43% against Black & White Go's 0%. Black & White Go's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Janggi for all ships an update every 3 months, Black & White Go every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Janggi for all versus Black & White Go: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJanggi for allBlack & White Go
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews42.5% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size706 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFREEONTB SOFT(SK)

Customer experience

Janggi for all

All ratings7 ratings
Positive57.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative42.9%
Written reviews40 reviews
Positive42.5%
Neutral15.0%
Negative42.5%

Black & White Go

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Janggi for all

No in-app purchases

None

Black & White Go

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Janggi for all free?
Janggi for all is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Black & White Go free?
Black & White Go is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Janggi for all or Black & White Go have ads?
Janggi for all shows ads; Black & White Go does not.
Which is updated more often, Janggi for all or Black & White Go?
Janggi for all ships an update every 3 months, and Black & White Go every 2 months. Most recently, Janggi for all was updated on October 21, 2026 and Black & White Go on October 10, 2026.

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