Bejeweled Classic vs Preferences
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Bejeweled Classic
Engage in a classic gem-matching puzzle experience with multiple game modes and special gems. Compete for high scores, earn achievements, and utilize helpful boosts to enhance your gameplay.
- Six breathtaking game modes
- Special gems like Flame, Star, and Hypercubes
- Collect Bejeweled badges and achievements
- Compete on Game Center leaderboards
- Utilize Boosts for higher scores
- Hints on demand for finding matches
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This game includes optional in-game purchases of virtual currency that can be used to acquire virtual in-game items. “Bejeweled — perhaps the most insanely addictive puzzle game ever.” — Games Magazine Discover your perfect match with 6 breathtaking modes in this classic gem-matching game, from the fast-paced, time-based Lightning, to the gem-driven Flushes and Full Houses of Poker Mode. Create electrifying special gems like Flame gems, Star gems, Hypercubes, and Supernova gems, collect flashy Bejeweled badges and achievements, and soar to dazzling heights in the Game Center leaderboards – all while enjoying fantastic Retina-display graphics! This is the Bejeweled you’ve loved for years, and it’s still delivering amazing high-carat excitement! This app offers in-app purchases. You may disable in-app purchasing using your device settings. CLASSIC GEM-MATCHING Play the most popular puzzle game of the century with powerful new gems. You’ll find cascades of fun as you test your gem-swapping ability! MODES FOR EVERY MOOD Enjoy the original in Classic, race against time in Lightning, dig deep for treasure in Diamond Mine, discover your own relaxing retreat in Zen, match gems to save Butterflies from a hungry spider in Butterfly, keep the cold out in Ice Storm, and make top hands with gems in Poker. BOOST YOUR WAY TO BIG SCORES Each mode has two Boosts, one regular and one Super Boost, which help you make even more matches and set even higher scores. Whether it’s pulling all the Butterflies to the bottom row with Reset in Butterfly mode or shuffling the board in Classic mode, Boosts take your game to a whole new level! PROVE YOUR SKILLS, CLIMB THE RANKS Earn flashy Bejeweled badges and Game Center achievements to prove your multifaceted skills, and compete against the world and your friends in Game Center leaderboards for the top score! Gloat over your scores for total matched gems, all-time best moves, and top 10 personal bests in Classic and Diamond Mine. HINTS ON DEMAND Can't quite spot the next match? Use the "Hint" button for a quick tip. Stars mode will open a separate, free Bejeweled Stars App. Important Consumer Information. This app requires acceptance of EA’s Privacy & Cookie Policy, TOS and EULA; includes in-game advertising; contains direct links to the Internet and social networking sites and the Internet intended for an audience over 13.
Preferences
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The ultimate "get to know you" game! Preferences A social guessing game where you can learn about the other players, or just have some laughs! Preferences is a multiplayer party game that turns your opinions into fun conversation. Play with your family or friends and discover how well you really know each other. How It Works - Create or join a game - Add to the preference pool by typing things you like, dislike, and everything in between - Rank your preference based on what you like best (or dislike the least!) - Guess how other players ranked - Reveal rankings, score points, and spark discussion Key Features - Multiplayer party game designed for groups - Opinion-based gameplay with no right or wrong answers - Easy drag-and-drop ranking that anyone can learn - Guessing mechanics that test how well you know your friends - Score tracking to add friendly competition - Instant game setup with no complicated rules - High replay value because you the player are in control of what is being ranked Why You Will Love It - Encourages conversation and laughter - Reveals surprising insights about the people you play with - Works for casual play or competitive rounds - Great for parties, game nights, and group hangouts - Clean and minimal interface that keeps the focus on friendly interaction Perfect For - Friends and social groups - Family gatherings - Couples looking for a fun challenge - Casual multiplayer game fans - Party and conversation-based game lovers Every game of Preferences feels different because every group brings new opinions. Whether you play fast or take time to talk through each reveal, the game adapts to your group’s pace. If you enjoy social games, guessing games, multiplayer party games, and experiences that bring people together, Preferences is the game for you.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Preferences at none against Bejeweled Classic's 10. Preferences also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 months). Bejeweled Classic's advantage is chart position (#158 vs unranked). On price 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
Both are free to download. Bejeweled Classic sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Preferences asks for nothing beyond the download.
Bejeweled Classic ships an update every 3 months, Preferences every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Bejeweled Classic | Preferences |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (137K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 24.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 137K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #158 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 169 MB | 46 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | PopCap | Ryan Checora |
Bugs and requests
Bejeweled Classic
Reported bugs
4 issues- Poker mode not opening
- Butterfly game issues with spider capture
- Inconsistent performance across devices
- Gem placement and cascade bugs
Requested features
4 requests- Restore previous purchase option
- Unlimited play without ads
- Improved leaderboards and achievements
- Additional game modes (e.g., Quest, Ice Storm)
Preferences
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Bejeweled Classic
- 10 Shuffle Boosts$0.99
- 10 Time Bonus Boosts$0.99
- 10 Freeze Boosts$0.99
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- Remove Third-Party Ads$2.99
- Unlock Unlimited Poker Mode$2.99
- 10 PowerGem SuperBoosts$2.99
- 10 Wildcard SuperBoosts$2.99
- 10 Reset SuperBoosts$2.99
- 10 Digger SuperBoosts$2.99
- Butterfly Boost Pack$6.99
Preferences
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Bejeweled Classic free?
Is Preferences free?
Do Bejeweled Classic or Preferences have ads?
Which is updated more often, Bejeweled Classic or Preferences?
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