Comparison

Mahjong Pair II vs Idle Spark Loop

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

Head to head
About

Mahjong Pair II

Match identical Mahjong tiles to clear the board. Tiles fall to fill empty spaces, and the game ends when all pairs are matched. Features multiple modes and tile styles for varied gameplay.

Highlights
  • Match identical Mahjong tiles
  • Tiles fall to fill empty spaces
  • Multiple game modes (Classic, Modern, Challenge)
  • Hundreds of levels
  • Various tile pattern styles
  • Reshuffle and hint functions
Features
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The goal of the game is about match mahjong with same pattern style, once match the pair mahjong, upper mahjong will naturally fall to fill the empty space left by the elimination. The game will be finished until all the Mahjongs on the screen have been matched. Tap on a Mahjong, and tap another one with same pattern style to match. As long as this pair of mahjong can be connected by less than two turns and no obstacles in the way, it can be removed. When there's no more pair, it will reshuffle. This game is divided into three modes:Classic,Modern and Challenge mode. In the classic and modern mode, you can pick various levels. Modern mode has to pinch zoom and slide function, and add new beginner mode to let you get started quickly. Challenge mode has over hundreds in level 1, and add new 400 levels in level 2. This three modes have slightly different gameplay, so don't miss it. There are also Mahjong,Flower tiles,Gems,Special Symbols and Plants pattern styles to choose from. How to Play: Tap two identical tiles can be paired and removed, the upper tiles will be able to drop and fill the empty space when the tile has been vanished, mission is completed after all Mahjong tiles from the screen have been removed and paired. Tap a Mahjong tile, and tap another same Mahjong tile to match. Two identical tiles can be removed as long as there are no obstacles between them and removing routes less than two turns. If there are no available pairs, the tiles will be shuffled automatically. Reshuffle and Hint function are only for Easy and Medium levels. The upper routes have been blocked if there are only revealing the parts of upper tiles. Modern Mode: Tap and hold with a finger to drag and move, spread and pinch with two fingers to enlarge or reduce.

About

Idle Spark Loop

Features
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Idle Spark Loop is an idle puzzle game set in a neon pixel megacity recovering from a global blackout. Your goal is to restore power by rotating wire tiles and building functional circuits that connect generators to consumers across the city. Each completed network brings districts back to life. Windows light up, metro systems restart, and entire neighbourhoods gradually awaken from darkness. Success depends on creating efficient loops and maintaining stable energy flow throughout increasingly complex grids. As levels are completed, you earn credits that can be invested into network upgrades. Improve power capacity, expand battery systems, increase loop efficiency, and unlock advanced technologies that support larger and more demanding districts. The city continues to grow through multiple areas and progression layers. New districts introduce fresh mechanics and greater challenges, while Challenge Mode, Endless Mode, and Prestige systems provide long-term goals and replayability. Idle Spark Loop combines relaxing idle progression with thoughtful puzzle-solving. Its retro neon visuals, evolving cityscape, and satisfying energy mechanics create a rewarding experience where every connection helps transform a broken grid into a thriving self-sustaining metropolis.

Screenshots

Mahjong Pair II4 screens
Idle Spark Loop4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Idle Spark Loop at none against Mahjong Pair II's shown. Idle Spark Loop also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 9 months). Mahjong Pair II's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.6). On price and in-app purchases 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

Mahjong Pair II ships an update every 9 months, Idle Spark Loop every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Mahjong Pair II versus Idle Spark Loop: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMahjong Pair IIIdle Spark Loop
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (34 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews35.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings34 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size190 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGempro Technology Inc.*DILANS PAULUS

In-app purchases

None

Mahjong Pair II

No in-app purchases

None

Idle Spark Loop

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mahjong Pair II free?
Mahjong Pair II is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Idle Spark Loop free?
Idle Spark Loop is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Mahjong Pair II or Idle Spark Loop have ads?
Mahjong Pair II shows ads; Idle Spark Loop does not.
Which is updated more often, Mahjong Pair II or Idle Spark Loop?
Mahjong Pair II ships an update every 9 months, and Idle Spark Loop every 3 weeks. Most recently, Mahjong Pair II was updated on October 15, 2026 and Idle Spark Loop on October 18, 2026.

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