Balatro vs Just Tic Tac Toe +
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Balatro
This game blends poker and solitaire mechanics with unique rule-bending twists. Build powerful poker hands, discover game-changing Joker cards, and create exciting combos to defeat challenging Boss Blinds. Explore different decks and game modes for endless replayability.
- Poker and Solitaire hybrid gameplay
- Rule-bending mechanics
- Collect over 150 unique Joker cards
- Create powerful combos
- Campaign and challenge modes
- Pixel art visuals
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Welcome to the official Balatro mobile game! Hypnotic and endlessly satisfying, Balatro is a magical mix of card games like Solitaire and Poker, that lets you twist the rules in ways never seen before! Your goal is to beat the Boss Blinds by making strong poker hands. Find new Jokers that change the game and create awesome and exciting combos! Win enough chips to beat tricky bosses, and find hidden bonus hands and decks as you play. You’ll need all the help you can get to beat the big boss, win the final challenge, and win the game. Features: * Remastered controls for touch screen devices. * Each run is different: every pick-up, discard and joker can dramatically alter the course of your run. * Multiple game items: discover over 150 Jokers, each with special powers. Use them with different decks,upgrade cards and vouchers to boost your scores. * Different Game modes: Campaign mode and challenge mode for you to play. * Beautiful Pixel Art: Immerse yourself in the CRT fuzz and enjoy detailed, hand-crafted pixel art.
Just Tic Tac Toe +
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Ready to revolutionize your Tic Tac Toe experience? CLASSIC GAMEPLAY, MODERN CHALLENGE Experience the timeless game of Tic Tac Toe powered by sophisticated AI technology. Every match is unique, every move matters. INTELLIGENT AI OPPONENT Face off against our adaptive AI that learns and evolves. From beginner-friendly to expert-level challenges, find your perfect match. FEATURES: • Clean, modern interface • Multiple difficulty levels • Smart AI opponent • Track your wins and progress • Perfect for quick games or extended sessions • No internet required Whether you're waiting for a bus or taking a break, sharpen your strategic thinking with the perfect blend of classic gameplay and modern technology. Download now and discover why Tic Tac Toe never gets old!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Just Tic Tac Toe + at Free against Balatro's $9.99. Just Tic Tac Toe + also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 8 days). Balatro's advantage is chart position (#2 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On 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
Just Tic Tac Toe + is free to download; Balatro costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Balatro ships an update every 8 days, Just Tic Tac Toe + daily. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Balatro | Just Tic Tac Toe + |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 5.0 (108K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 81.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 108K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | Daily — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Best chart rank | #2 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 94 MB | 62 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Playstack Ltd | Matthew Clark |
Bugs and requests
Balatro
Reported bugs
3 issues- Unlocks and achievements not registering properly
- Crashes and freezes on certain devices
- Joker and card interactions not working as expected
Requested features
3 requests- Cloud save sync across devices
- Portrait mode option
- Customizable UI and accessibility settings
Just Tic Tac Toe +
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Balatro
No in-app purchases
Just Tic Tac Toe +
No in-app purchases
