Comparison

Number Pairing vs Queens Puzzle

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

Head to head
About

Number Pairing

Features
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Three levels: easy, medium, and hard. No timing or scoring; just relaxing mental exercise. Cross-platform game works on iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. Supports multiple windows on iPadOS and macOS.

About

Queens Puzzle

This strategy game challenges you to place eight queens on a chessboard without them attacking each other. It features classic puzzle gameplay with added region-based constraints, multiple difficulty levels, and helpful hints. Enjoy a visually appealing and brain-training experience with immersive audio.

Highlights
  • Classic 8 Queens puzzle
  • Region-based constraints
  • Multiple difficulty levels
  • In-game hints
  • Vibrant graphics
  • Immersive audio effects
Features
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Introduction: Welcome to Queens Puzzle - Ultimate Strategy Game, where the classic chess and minesweeper challenge meets modern gameplay! Dive into a brain-teasing adventure that combines strategy, logic, and fun. Perfect for chess enthusiasts and puzzle lovers alike. Game Features: Classic Puzzle with a Twist: Enjoy the traditional 8 Queens puzzle with added region-based constraints for extra challenge. Beautiful Graphics: Vibrant and modern design that makes gameplay visually appealing. Multiple Levels: Progress through increasingly difficult levels to become the ultimate puzzle solver. Hints: Stuck on a level? Use hints to view solutions to improve your strategy. Audio Effects: Immersive sound effects to enhance your gaming experience. Why You'll Love It: Brain Training: Sharpen your mind with challenging puzzles that require strategic thinking. Easy to Play: Simple controls and intuitive gameplay make it easy for anyone to pick up and play. Enjoy an uninterrupted gaming experience with very minimal ads. How to Play: Place the Queens: Tap on tiles to place queens onto the board. Avoid Conflicts: Ensure no two queens threaten each other by being in the same row, column, diagonal, or same color region. Clear Levels: Complete each level by placing all 8 queens correctly to unlock the next challenge.

Screenshots

Number Pairing4 screens
Queens Puzzle4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Queens Puzzle at Free against Number Pairing's $0.99. Queens Puzzle also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 19 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). Number Pairing's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On in-app purchases 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

Queens Puzzle is free to download; Number Pairing costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Number Pairing ships an update every 19 months, Queens Puzzle every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 31, 2026 and August 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Number Pairing versus Queens Puzzle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNumber PairingQueens Puzzle
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating—3.8 (31 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—25.8% of reviews
Number of ratings—31 — better
Update frequencyEvery 19 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS26.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB205 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJim HaungsGurbrinder Singh

In-app purchases

None

Number Pairing

No in-app purchases

None

Queens Puzzle

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Number Pairing free?
Number Pairing costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Queens Puzzle free?
Queens Puzzle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Number Pairing or Queens Puzzle have ads?
Queens Puzzle shows ads; Number Pairing does not.
Which is updated more often, Number Pairing or Queens Puzzle?
Number Pairing ships an update every 19 months, and Queens Puzzle every 2 weeks. Most recently, Number Pairing was updated on August 31, 2026 and Queens Puzzle on August 26, 2026.

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