# Memory vs Crazy Eights

Memory and Crazy Eights both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 89% of Memory's written reviews are positive against 50% of Crazy Eights's. Memory also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). Crazy Eights's advantage is chart position (#159 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Memory sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Crazy Eights sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Memory against 4.8 for Crazy Eights. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10K and 23K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 89% of Memory's written reviews are positive against 50% of Crazy Eights's.

Memory ships an update every 2 weeks, Crazy Eights every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Memory | Crazy Eights |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memory-classic-game/id502626661/reviews) | **[4.8 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crazy-eights-card-games/id6464439483/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 10K | **23K** |
| Positive reviews | **89.2% of reviews** | 49.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#159** |
| Size | 213 MB | 450 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Clement Marty](https://appshunter.io/developer/502626664) | [MobilityWare](https://appshunter.io/developer/284117362) |

## What reviewers say

### Memory

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memory-classic-game/id502626661)

Sharpen your memory with this classic card-matching game. It offers various modes like Time Attack and multiplayer, plus educational activities for learning letters, numbers, and languages. Customize your game with different themes and card backs.

**Highlights:** Time Attack mode, 2 Player modes (local & online), Educational activities (letters, numbers, languages), Customizable themes and card backs, 25 levels of difficulty, 10 card packs with diverse themes, Game Center integration for competition

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upper Case Letters - Card Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Lower Case Letters - Card Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Food Images - Card Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Numbers - Card Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Words - Card Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Music Instruments - Card Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Sports Images - Card Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Faces - Card Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Emoji Card Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Memory All Card Packs | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Best game
- 👍 Great memory game
- 👍 Fun and challenging
- 👍 Helps improve memory
- 👍 Keeps mind sharp

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs
- 🔒 Data mining concerns
- 🔍 Limited card sets/themes
- 👀 Small images on higher levels
- 🤔 Confusing scoring system

**Reported bugs**

- Rapid screen orientation switching
- App crashes and freezes
- Inability to resume previous games

**Requested features**

- Allow users to create custom card sets
- Add more card themes and categories
- Improve scoring system and provide better explanations
- Optimize performance and fix orientation issues


### Crazy Eights

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crazy-eights-card-games/id6464439483)

**Currently charting:** #159 Top Free · Card (US App Store)

Experience a classic card game with a fresh twist. Match cards by color or number to be the first to empty your hand. Compete on a leaderboard, utilize special cards, and enjoy fast-paced strategy.

**Highlights:** Match cards by color or number, Competitive leaderboard, Unique new rules and special cards, Progress through challenging tiers, Offline play, Wildcards (8s), Special cards: Reverse Ace, +2, Skip Queen

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Status 1 Month | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Status 6 Months | $9.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium Status 12 Months | $24.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast-paced gameplay
- 💡 Nostalgic card game experience
- 👍 Easy to learn and play

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔥 Excessive ads after every round
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🤔 Unclear if playing against AI or real players

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to undo card plays
- Inconsistencies in how draw 2 and 8 cards are handled
- Scores and player positions not updating correctly

**Requested features**

- Option to play with fewer than 4 players
- Ability to disable hints and automatic card plays
- Ad-free version available for purchase


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Memory free?

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

### Is Crazy Eights free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Memory or Crazy Eights?

Crazy Eights is rated higher. Memory averages 4.6 out of 5 from 10K ratings, while Crazy Eights averages 4.8 from 23K ratings.

### Do Memory or Crazy Eights have ads?

Both Memory and Crazy Eights show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Memory or Crazy Eights?

Memory ships an update every 2 weeks, and Crazy Eights every 5 weeks. Most recently, Memory was updated on November 6, 2026 and Crazy Eights on November 6, 2026.

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