# NMJL Online vs Mahjong Trainer

The clearest difference is rating: Mahjong Trainer at 4.6 against NMJL Online's 1.8. Mahjong Trainer also leads on ratings volume (290 vs 4) and chart position (#106 vs unranked). NMJL Online's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NMJL Online sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Mahjong Trainer sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Mahjong Trainer holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mahjong Trainer has 290 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | NMJL Online | Mahjong Trainer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.8 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nmjl-online/id6476651173/reviews) | **[4.6 (290 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mahjong-trainer-learn-and-win/id6806357092/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **290** |
| Positive reviews | — | 22.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#106** |
| Size | 118 MB | 75 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Quicksilver Software, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/489670248) | [Learn & Practice Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/6788486383) |

## 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 |


### Mahjong Trainer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mahjong-trainer-learn-and-win/id6806357092)

**Currently charting:** #106 Top Free · Card, #127 Top Grossing · Card (US App Store)

Learn American Mahjong through structured lessons and focused practice. Build confidence with guided units covering tiles, rules, and table reading, all at your own pace. Track your progress and improve your skills without the pressure of a full game.

**Highlights:** Guided lessons on tiles, rules, and table play, Focused practice for Charleston decisions and tile recognition, Visual guides for table situations, Progress tracking for skill development, Offline access to core content, Daily reminders for practice

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Mahjong Monthly Subscription | $12.99 | per month |
| Mahjong Trainer Month Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Promo Paywall Subscription | $24.99 | per year |
| App Abandon Subscription | $24.99 | per year |
| Mahjong Trainer: Annual Promo | $29.99 | per year |
| Mahjong Annual Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| Mahjong Trainer Annual Subscription | $89.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NMJL Online free?

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

### Is Mahjong Trainer free?

Mahjong Trainer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, NMJL Online or Mahjong Trainer?

Mahjong Trainer is rated higher. NMJL Online averages 1.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Mahjong Trainer averages 4.6 from 290 ratings.

### Do NMJL Online or Mahjong Trainer have ads?

Neither NMJL Online nor Mahjong Trainer 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.*