# XScreenSaver vs 52Cards.App

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: XScreenSaver at none against 52Cards.App's 2. XScreenSaver also leads on ratings volume (109 vs 2). 52Cards.App's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 52Cards.App sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. XScreenSaver asks for nothing beyond the download.

52Cards.App holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: XScreenSaver has 109 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | XScreenSaver | 52Cards.App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (109 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xscreensaver/id539014593/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/52cardsapp/id6777962406/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **109** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 92.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 37 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jamie Zawinski](https://appshunter.io/developer/368900426) | [HELPINGYOURGEEKS, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1458251316) |

## What reviewers say

### XScreenSaver

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xscreensaver/id539014593)

Explore a vast collection of historic and educational graphics demos originally designed for Linux and Unix systems. This application allows you to interact with hundreds of these visual demonstrations, ported from the classic screen saver collection.

**Highlights:** Historic graphics demos, Educational visual content, Interactive demo playback, Large collection of visuals, Cross-platform heritage

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ No ads or data collection
- 🎨 Extensive variety of screensavers
- 📱 Works seamlessly across multiple platforms (iOS, Mac, iPad)
- 🆓 Completely free application
- 🕰️ Nostalgic and retro aesthetic appeal

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes with certain screensavers
- 🎯 Difficult to tap small exit button on larger devices
- 🔋 High battery consumption on some devices
- ⚠️ Photo library screensaver crashes on iOS 13
- 🎪 Limited practical use on iOS devices

**Reported bugs**

- Photo library screensaver crashes on iOS 13
- GLText reveals password when system info is selected
- Framebuffer loading failures requiring app restart
- Crashes on certain devices or configurations
- Difficult UI for exiting screensavers on larger phones

**Requested features**

- Favorites or bookmarking system to save preferred screensavers
- Hide or exclude unwanted screensavers from rotation
- Ability to select specific channels in XAnalogTV screensaver
- Widget support for iOS standby mode
- Prevent auto-lock feature to keep screen on


### 52Cards.App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/52cardsapp/id6777962406)

Enjoy a vast collection of classic card games, from solitaire variations to multiplayer trick-taking and rummy. Play solo, join quick games, or create private tables with friends and family. Features bots for solo play and custom deck options for a personalized experience.

**Highlights:** Multiple classic card games in one app, Solo, quick-play, and private table options, Bots available for solo play, Custom deck builder, Private lobbies for friends and family, Clean card-table design

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Deck Token | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is XScreenSaver free?

XScreenSaver is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is 52Cards.App free?

52Cards.App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, XScreenSaver or 52Cards.App?

52Cards.App is rated higher. XScreenSaver averages 4.8 out of 5 from 109 ratings, while 52Cards.App averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do XScreenSaver or 52Cards.App have ads?

Neither XScreenSaver nor 52Cards.App shows ads.

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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.*