Comparison

Mex Train vs 4x4 Chess Puzzle

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

Head to head
About

Mex Train

A digital adaptation of the popular family domino game. Compete against three AI opponents, strategically arranging your dominoes to build the best train. Utilize hints to guide your moves and optimize your gameplay.

Highlights
  • Play against three computer opponents
  • Drag and arrange dominoes
  • Flip dominoes before play
  • Build your perfect train
  • Get play hints
Features
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Favorite family domino game. Play against three computer opponents. Drag ten dominoes to your home area to start each round. Before play, you can double-tap a domino to flip it around, and arrange your perfect train. Tap the question mark for a play hint (doesn't show, if no play available).

About

4x4 Chess Puzzle

Features
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Enter a compact battlefield where every move matters in 4x4 Chess, a fast-paced strategy board game built around quick decisions and clever tactics. Instead of beginning with every piece already placed, each match starts with an empty 4x4 board. Choose whether to spawn a new chess piece from your bench or move one that is already in play. Every decision can create an opportunity, block your opponent, or completely change the direction of the match. The smaller board makes each round quick and easy to start, but winning requires careful planning. Use familiar chess movement rules, position your pieces strategically, and stay one step ahead of your opponent. With limited space and dynamic spawning mechanics, even a single move can decide the outcome. 4x4 Chess combines the logic of classic chess with a modern, minimalist format. It is perfect for players who enjoy tactical puzzles, short strategy matches, and board games that are simple to learn but difficult to master. Features Compact 4x4 chessboard Fast and tactical matches Dynamic piece spawning system Familiar chess movement rules Simple minimalist gameplay Strategic positioning and planning Quick sessions for casual play Challenging decisions in every round Easy to learn and difficult to master Designed for chess and puzzle fans Spawn your pieces, control the board, and prove your strategic skills in 4x4 Chess.

Screenshots

Mex Train2 screens
4x4 Chess Puzzle4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Mex Train at 12.4 against 4x4 Chess Puzzle's 14.0. On price, ads, 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Mex Train versus 4x4 Chess Puzzle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMex Train4x4 Chess Puzzle
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (26 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews56.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings26 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 16 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.4 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPhil SternCEYDA GONEN

In-app purchases

None

Mex Train

No in-app purchases

None

4x4 Chess Puzzle

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mex Train free?
Mex Train is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is 4x4 Chess Puzzle free?
4x4 Chess Puzzle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Mex Train or 4x4 Chess Puzzle have ads?
Neither Mex Train nor 4x4 Chess Puzzle shows ads.

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