Comparison

Zachtronics Solitaire vs Solitaire Master

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

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About

Zachtronics Solitaire

Explore seven unique solitaire games, each with distinct mechanics and themes. This collection offers updated graphics and one brand new variant, providing hours of strategic card-playing fun.

Highlights
  • Seven unique solitaire variants
  • High-resolution graphics
  • One brand new solitaire variant
  • Mahjong-inspired gameplay
  • Tile matching mechanics
  • Asymmetric solitaire rules
  • Tarot card variant
Features
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The Zachtronics Solitaire Collection is here! Inside you will find seven totally unique solitaire games originally designed as minigames for our 2016–2022 releases, updated with new high-resolution graphics, plus one brand new solitaire variant found only in this collection. Shenzhen Solitaire: A FreeCell-inspired solitaire variant with a three-color deck based on mahjong tiles Sigmar’s Garden: A tile matching game using the alchemical symbols from Opus Magnum Proletariat’s Patience: An asymmetric solitaire variant where some cards are grouped by suit while others are stacked by alternating colors Kabufuda Solitaire: A challenging solitaire variant using Japanese kabufuda cards where additional free cells are unlocked by making sets Cluj Solitaire: An original solitaire variant where you can “cheat” by placing cards wherever you want, so long as you’re careful Cribbage Solitaire: A score-based solitaire variant using modified Cribbage rules and an actual Cold War aircraft recognition deck Sawayama Solitaire: A reimagined version of Klondike that is faster, more strategic, and more often winnable than the original Fortune’s Foundation: A brand new and extra-challenging solitaire variant using a deck of Tarot cards that presents a fortune when you win

About

Solitaire Master

Enjoy a vast collection of over 130 solitaire games with stunning graphics and animations. Play classic favorites like Klondike, Freecell, and Spider, or explore new challenges. Unlock all content for free by earning rewards, or opt for an ad-free experience through in-app purchases.

Highlights
  • Over 130 solitaire games
  • Classic Klondike, Freecell, Spider, Pyramid
  • Detailed game instructions
  • Customizable backgrounds and decks
  • Offline play
  • Achievements and leaderboards
  • Unlock content with rewards
Features
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Discover 150+ solitaire games in one complete collection. Play the solitaire classics you know and love — including Klondike, Spider, FreeCell, Pyramid, TriPeaks and Yukon — and discover dozens of challenging and lesser-known card games. Solitaire Master brings together 150+ solitaire games, from timeless classics to unusual variations such as Forty Thieves, Scorpion, Golf, Monte Carlo, Scoundrel, Sawayama, Baker's Dozen, Accordion, Canfield and many more. Whether you want a quick relaxing game, a challenging solitaire that requires strategy, or simply want to discover new ways to play cards, there is always another game to try. DAILY SOLITAIRE CHALLENGES Take on a new challenge every day with popular games such as Klondike, Klondike by Threes, Yukon, FreeCell and Spider. Complete the daily challenges and test your solitaire skills throughout the month. WINNABLE OR RANDOM GAMES Choose how you want to play. Try a random deal for the traditional solitaire experience or choose a winnable game when you want a deal that can be solved. 150+ SOLITAIRE GAMES Enjoy classics such as Klondike, Spider, FreeCell, Pyramid, TriPeaks and Yukon, along with dozens of other games including Forty Thieves, Scorpion, Golf, Monte Carlo, Scoundrel, Sawayama, Baker's Dozen, Accordion, Canfield and many more. MAKE EVERY GAME YOUR OWN Customize your solitaire experience with different card decks, card backs, backgrounds and game layouts. Adjust card sizes, margins and other options to make each game comfortable to play on your device. Play in portrait or landscape mode on iPhone or iPad, with layouts designed to make the best use of every screen size. LEARN NEW SOLITAIRE GAMES Every solitaire includes detailed rules and instructions, making it easy to discover games you have never played before. Hints are also available whenever you need a little help. MORE FEATURES • Daily Challenges • Winnable and random games • Detailed statistics for every game • Achievements • Hints • Undo and redo • Save and restore games • Multiple layouts for every solitaire • Customizable cards and backgrounds • Portrait and landscape modes • Victory animations, relaxing sound effects and subtle haptic feedback • Filters to find games by difficulty, duration and other characteristics • Play offline Solitaire Master is made for both casual players who enjoy a classic game of Klondike and solitaire enthusiasts looking for challenging and unusual card games. Start with a classic, discover something new and find your next favorite solitaire.

Screenshots

Zachtronics Solitaire4 screens
Solitaire Master4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Solitaire Master at Free against Zachtronics Solitaire's $4.99. Solitaire Master also leads on review sentiment (88% vs 77%). Zachtronics Solitaire's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, ratings volume 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

Solitaire Master is free to download; Zachtronics Solitaire costs $4.99 up front. Solitaire Master sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Zachtronics Solitaire asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Solitaire Master holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 47 and 123 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of Zachtronics Solitaire's written reviews are positive against 88% of Solitaire Master's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Zachtronics Solitaire ships an update every 4 days, Solitaire Master every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Zachtronics Solitaire versus Solitaire Master: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZachtronics SolitaireSolitaire Master
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating4.4 (47 ratings)4.6 (123 ratings) — better
Positive reviews77.1% of reviews88.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings47123 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#84 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size276 MB93 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMetaversal StudiosRuben Reboredo

Customer experience

Zachtronics Solitaire

All ratings47 ratings
Positive87.2%
Neutral4.3%
Negative8.5%
Written reviews35 reviews
Positive77.1%
Neutral8.6%
Negative14.3%

Solitaire Master

All ratings123 ratings
Positive91.9%
Neutral1.6%
Negative6.5%
Written reviews42 reviews
Positive88.1%
Neutral4.8%
Negative7.1%

Bugs and requests

Zachtronics Solitaire

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Solitaire Master

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • "Start Engine" ad requires device restart
  • Ads redirect to browser
  • UI intrudes with Siri button on iPhone 15
  • Hint and undo buttons are small and close to the bottom
  • Non-functional "skip video" buttons during ads
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  • "Alternations" game is extremely difficult to win

Requested features

11 requests
  • Decrease ad frequency and length
  • Add rules or tutorials for various games
  • Implement dark mode
  • Add numbered deals, especially for Freecell
  • Allow choosing specific decks per game
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  • Add more win animations
  • Improve UI on newer phones
  • Increase scale of UI buttons
  • Add a "no moves left" warning
  • Consider adding dark card faces or custom graphics
  • Adjust "Alternations" game for better winnability

In-app purchases

None

Zachtronics Solitaire

No in-app purchases

11 purchases

Solitaire Master

One-time11
  • Graphic Pack$0.99
  • Solitaire Pack 01$0.99
  • Solitaire Pack 03$0.99
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  • Solitaire Pack 02$0.99
  • 500 Jokers$0.99
  • 1250 Jokers$1.99
  • 2500 Jokers$2.99
  • All Solitaires$2.99
  • From "ad-free" to Premium$3.99
  • Remove advertising$4.99
  • Solitaire Master Premium$7.99

Questions

Is Zachtronics Solitaire free?
Zachtronics Solitaire costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Solitaire Master free?
Solitaire Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Zachtronics Solitaire or Solitaire Master?
Solitaire Master is rated higher. Zachtronics Solitaire averages 4.4 out of 5 from 47 ratings, while Solitaire Master averages 4.6 from 123 ratings.
Do Zachtronics Solitaire or Solitaire Master have ads?
Solitaire Master shows ads; Zachtronics Solitaire does not.
Which is updated more often, Zachtronics Solitaire or Solitaire Master?
Zachtronics Solitaire ships an update every 4 days, and Solitaire Master every 6 weeks. Most recently, Zachtronics Solitaire was updated on October 15, 2026 and Solitaire Master on October 8, 2026.

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