Comparison

Stained Echoes vs Backgammon Score Card

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

Head to head
About

Stained Echoes

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In Stained Echoes standard game mode, you spend each turn repeating back an every-increasing musical pattern. There are pre-made 100, 250, 500, 750, and 1,000 long sequences to memorize and play. In random game mode, you choose to activate 2 through 6 glass pieces and try to repeat the pattern played for you. This game mode features leaderboards to compete against others. Finally, in music mode you can just tap on the pieces to create relaxing melodies.

About

Backgammon Score Card

This app provides a digital scorekeeper for backgammon and chess players. It offers accurate, real-time score updates with an intuitive interface, allowing players to focus on strategy and enjoyment without the hassle of manual tracking.

Highlights
  • Accurate digital scorekeeping
  • Real-time score updates
  • Intuitive user interface
  • Clear score visibility
  • Regular updates based on feedback
Features
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The Score Card app by Stones & Dice is a thoughtfully designed digital scorekeeper for backgammon and chess players. Built with simplicity, accuracy, and elegance in mind, it removes the hassle of manual score tracking so you can focus fully on strategy and enjoyment. Key Features: Accurate Digital Scorekeeping – Eliminate errors and frustrations of paper scoring with a reliable digital solution. Real-Time Updates – Enter scores instantly and watch totals update automatically, keeping everyone on the same page. Intuitive Design – A clean, user-friendly interface makes score entry quick and effortless. Clear Visibility – Bright, legible displays ensure scores are easy to read, even from a distance. Ongoing Support – Regular updates based on user feedback. The Score Card app isn’t just a utility—it’s a modern companion for timeless games. Whether at home, in a club, or at a tournament, let Stones & Dice handle the numbers while you stay focused on the game.

Screenshots

Stained Echoes3 screens
Backgammon Score Card4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Backgammon Score Card at none against Stained Echoes's 1. Backgammon Score Card also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Stained Echoes's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months). On price and iOS requirement 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. Stained Echoes sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Backgammon Score Card asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stained Echoes ships an update every 4 days, Backgammon Score Card every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Stained Echoes versus Backgammon Score Card: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStained EchoesBackgammon Score Card
PriceFreeFree
Rating—1.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB154 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJoshua HoskinsStones & Dice

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Stained Echoes

One-time1
  • Abstract Level Unlock$0.99
None

Backgammon Score Card

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Stained Echoes free?
Stained Echoes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Backgammon Score Card free?
Backgammon Score Card is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Stained Echoes or Backgammon Score Card have ads?
Backgammon Score Card shows ads; Stained Echoes does not.
Which is updated more often, Stained Echoes or Backgammon Score Card?
Stained Echoes ships an update every 4 days, and Backgammon Score Card every 2 months. Most recently, Stained Echoes was updated on September 12, 2026 and Backgammon Score Card on September 18, 2026.

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