# NMJL Online vs First Bloom

The clearest difference is price: NMJL Online at Free against First Bloom's $4.99. First Bloom's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 1.8) and in-app purchases (none vs 6). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

NMJL Online is free to download; First Bloom costs $4.99 up front. NMJL Online sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. First Bloom asks for nothing beyond the download.

First Bloom holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: First Bloom has 79 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | NMJL Online | First Bloom |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $4.99 |
| Rating | [1.8 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nmjl-online/id6476651173/reviews) | **[4.8 (79 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/first-bloom-mahjong-anywhere/id6768630772/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **79** |
| Positive reviews | — | 95.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 days |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#48** |
| Size | 118 MB | 71 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Quicksilver Software, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/489670248) | [Kelly Faris](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896591341) |

## What reviewers say

### NMJL Online

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nmjl-online/id6476651173)

Experience the official online version of the National Mah Jongg League's tabletop game. Play against others or AI, customize your game with themes and tile sets, and access a detailed tutorial. Requires the physical annual card and an online game membership to play online.

**Highlights:** Online multiplayer matches, Play against AI opponents, Interactive tutorial for new players, Customizable themes and tile sets, AI can take over for dropped players, Optional voice and sound effects

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Online Subscription (Monthly) | $4.99 | per month |
| Online Subscription (Quarterly) | $12.99 | per 3 months |
| Online Subscription (Yearly) | $49.99 | per year |
| 1-Mo Subscription, NonRenewing | $4.99 | one-time |
| 3-Mo Subscription, NonRenewing | $12.99 | one-time |
| 1-Yr Subscription, NonRenewing | $49.99 | one-time |


### First Bloom

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/first-bloom-mahjong-anywhere/id6768630772)

**Currently charting:** #48 Top Paid · Board, #150 Top Paid · Strategy (US App Store)

Learn, practice, and play American Mahjong with this comprehensive guide. Features structured lessons, quick reference guides for gameplay, daily tips, quizzes, and an interactive solo mode. Ideal for beginners, experienced players, and teachers.

**Highlights:** Structured Mahjong lessons, Quick reference guides, Daily Mahjong tips, Tile and strategy quizzes, Interactive solo play mode, Digital tool for teachers

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NMJL Online free?

NMJL Online is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is First Bloom free?

First Bloom costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, NMJL Online or First Bloom?

First Bloom is rated higher. NMJL Online averages 1.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while First Bloom averages 4.8 from 79 ratings.

### Do NMJL Online or First Bloom have ads?

Neither NMJL Online nor First Bloom shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*