Comparison

Richman 4 Fun Lite vs Gem Merchant

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

Head to head
About

Richman 4 Fun Lite

Experience a classic board game with strategic business elements. Build your empire, invest in the stock market, and navigate the influence of fortune and misfortune gods. Features mini-games for earning points and acquiring cards.

Highlights
  • Business strategy gameplay
  • Stock market investment
  • Fortune and Misfortune Gods
  • Built-in mini-games
  • Card collection and strategy
  • Character voices
Features
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Enjoy classic monopoly game play in Richman 4 fun's world where you can use your business strategies to be one of the millionaires building your own world. ● Lots of different cards to build different strategies. ● Amusing character with unique character voices ● Beware of the gods! Get possessed by Fortune Gods which will help you build, earn more rent or pay less rent, but avoid Misfortune Gods along the way! ● 3 built-in mini games: Coin Catching, God Shooting, Hiding Rabbit, earn points to purchase cards within these mini games! Practice these mini games anytime in the Playground on the main screen. ● Invest you funds in the stock market as a quick way to get rich! Support for English, Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese (adjusts according to your phone’s Language settings) Compatible with iPhone 5 or above, iPod Touch 5th or above. Supported OS: iOS 10.0 or above. ### Tips: ### To recover previously purchased contents after App update or iOS update, please go to the "Settings" menu and select "recover purchase". Then simply enter your AppStore ID and password to recover the contents with no additional payments.

About

Gem Merchant

A digital adaptation of a classic two-player card game focused on strategic gem collection and prestige. Manage resources, acquire development cards, and attract nobles to earn points and win.

Highlights
  • Classic board game digitalization
  • Strategic gem collection
  • Two-player battle mode (online/local)
  • Diverse strategic options
  • Exquisite visual design
  • Easy to learn, deep strategy
Features
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Classic board game digitalization, a two-player card game of strategic competition to collect gems and earn prestige. Recreate the charm of classic board games, a new experience of handheld strategic competition. Gem Merchant (ColorfulGems) is a meticulously crafted strategic card collection game that perfectly restores the core gameplay of the classic board game. In this world filled with strategy and wisdom, you will play as a savvy gem merchant, cleverly managing resources and planning strategies to collect precious gems, purchase development cards, attract the favor of nobles, and ultimately win by earning 15 points of prestige. Game Features: - Classic board game digitalization: faithfully replicates the gameplay of Splendor/Gem Merchant, retaining strategic depth. - Exquisite visual design: stunning gem-themed UI, immersive gaming experience. - Two-player battle mode: face-to-face or online duels with friends, testing strategic intelligence. - Diverse strategies: gem collection, card reservation, noble competition, with new challenges in every game. - Native iOS experience: built with SwiftUI, smooth operation, compatible with various devices. - Easy to learn, deep strategy. The game rules are simple and easy to understand, but the strategic depth is rich. Each turn requires making the best choice between taking gems, purchasing cards, and reserving cards, developing yourself while observing opponents, showcasing your business acumen in intense and thrilling duels. Suitable for all players: Whether you are a board game enthusiast or a newcomer to strategy games, Gem Merchant offers just the right challenge for you. With a game duration of 15-30 minutes, it is perfect for casual entertainment and competitive battles. Download now and start your journey as a Gem Merchant, proving yourself in the contest of strategy and wisdom!

Screenshots

Richman 4 Fun Lite4 screens
Gem Merchant4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Richman 4 Fun Lite at 3.3 against Gem Merchant's 1.0. Richman 4 Fun Lite also leads on review sentiment (52% vs 25%) and ratings volume (85 vs 1). Gem Merchant's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Richman 4 Fun Lite sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Gem Merchant asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Richman 4 Fun Lite holds the better App Store score, 3.3 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Richman 4 Fun Lite has 85 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of Richman 4 Fun Lite's written reviews are positive against 25% of Gem Merchant's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Richman 4 Fun Lite ships an update every 2 months, Gem Merchant fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Richman 4 Fun Lite versus Gem Merchant: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRichman 4 Fun LiteGem Merchant
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (85 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews52.3% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings85 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size419 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSOFTSTAR ENTERTAINMENT INC.梦成 李

Customer experience

Richman 4 Fun Lite

All ratings84 ratings
Positive54.8%
Neutral9.5%
Negative35.7%
Written reviews308 reviews
Positive52.3%
Neutral13.3%
Negative34.4%

Gem Merchant

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Richman 4 Fun Lite

One-time10
  • 「US Package」$0.99
  • 「Japan & Hong Kong Package」$0.99
  • Richman 4 Fun Chinese Paladin package$0.99
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  • Richman 4 fun Korea package$0.99
  • Richman 4 fun SWD package$0.99
  • Richman 4 Fun ChinesePaladin5 package$0.99
  • Richman 4 fun LITE Paradise & Dinosaur Island$0.99
  • Richman 4 Fun Lite Hawaii & South Pole Island$0.99
  • Richman 4 Fun Lite PARIS & LONDON$0.99
  • 「Taiwan & China Package」$1.99
None

Gem Merchant

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Richman 4 Fun Lite free?
Richman 4 Fun Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Gem Merchant free?
Gem Merchant is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Richman 4 Fun Lite or Gem Merchant?
Richman 4 Fun Lite is rated higher. Richman 4 Fun Lite averages 3.3 out of 5 from 85 ratings, while Gem Merchant averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Richman 4 Fun Lite or Gem Merchant have ads?
Richman 4 Fun Lite shows ads; Gem Merchant does not.
Which is updated more often, Richman 4 Fun Lite or Gem Merchant?
Richman 4 Fun Lite ships an update every 2 months, and Gem Merchant fortnightly. Most recently, Richman 4 Fun Lite was updated on November 1, 2026 and Gem Merchant on November 8, 2026.

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