Comparison

Backgammon Premium vs Tavla Rivals

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

Head to head
About

Backgammon Premium

Experience the classic board game with modern gameplay. Challenge friends or players worldwide in various modes, track your progress on global leaderboards, and customize your game with intuitive controls and stylish designs.

Highlights
  • Online multiplayer
  • Two game modes (Match Points, Doubling Cube)
  • Global leaderboards
  • Win streaks and performance stats
  • Private tables
  • Optional move highlights
  • Adjustable match length
Features
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Backgammon Premium – The Classic Game Reimagined Experience the timeless thrill of backgammon in a premium package, built for players who love competition, strategy, and fun! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned expert, Backgammon Premium offers a sleek, feature-rich experience, that puts the world’s favorite board game at your fingertips. Play Your Way • Online Multiplayer – Challenge friends or match with players from around the world. • Two Game Modes – Play the traditional Match Points format or step up to high-stakes action in Doubling Cube mode. Smooth, Smart, Stylish • Intuitive controls and fast animations • Elegant, clean board designs • Optional move highlights and undo • Easy-to-read dice rolls and counters Compete and Climb: • Global leaderboards • Win streaks and performance stats • Track your wins, losses, and skill level • Special tournaments with exciting prizes Customize Your Experience • Choose between standard rules or Doubling Cube • Adjustable match length for Match Points games • Private tables to play exclusively with friends Whether you're on a quick break or in for a long strategic session, Backgammon Premium brings together tradition and modern gameplay in one seamless experience. Why Players Love Backgammon Premium • Clean, minimal design • Private tables to enjoy with friends • Quick and easy matchmaking • Perfect for players of all skill levels • Ideal for classic board game fans • Your choice: Doubling Cube or Match Points Download now and roll the dice in a world of skill, luck, and strategy!

About

Tavla Rivals

Features
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Tavla Rivals is a modern backgammon game built for fast matches, clean controls, and a competitive profile system. Play against AI opponents, choose your difficulty level, roll fair random dice, make legal moves, and improve your ELO after every match. Earn BIT through daily rewards, optional rewarded ads, and in-app purchases, then use BIT to unlock visual themes and hints. Features: - Classic backgammon gameplay - AI difficulty levels - Fair random dice system - ELO, ranks, streaks, and match history - Achievements and profile badges - Unlockable board themes - Optional rewarded ads - Optional in-app BIT packs - Optional ad-free upgrade Tavla Rivals does not offer real-money gambling, cash prizes, betting, withdrawals, or real-world rewards. BIT is a virtual in-game currency used only inside the app.

Screenshots

Backgammon Premium4 screens
Tavla Rivals4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Tavla Rivals at every 4 days against Backgammon Premium's every 4 weeks. 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. Backgammon Premium sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Tavla Rivals sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Backgammon Premium ships an update every 4 weeks, Tavla Rivals every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Backgammon Premium versus Tavla Rivals: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBackgammon PremiumTavla Rivals
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.7 (3 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size365 MB50 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSPECTRUM.GAMES INTERNATIONAL LTDenes agu

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Backgammon Premium

One-time10
  • VIP 1$2.99
  • Blue chips pack 3$3.99
  • VIP 2$4.99
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  • Blue chips pack 4$5.99
  • Blue chips pack 5$9.99
  • VIP 4$9.99
  • VIP 3$9.99
  • Blue chips pack 6$24.99
  • Blue chips pack 7$49.99
  • Blue chips pack 8$99.99
4 purchases

Tavla Rivals

One-time4
  • 100 BIT$0.99
  • 500 BIT$0.99
  • Ad-Free Pack$1.99
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  • 1200 BIT$2.99

Questions

Is Backgammon Premium free?
Backgammon Premium is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tavla Rivals free?
Tavla Rivals is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Backgammon Premium or Tavla Rivals have ads?
Both Backgammon Premium and Tavla Rivals show ads.
Which is updated more often, Backgammon Premium or Tavla Rivals?
Backgammon Premium ships an update every 4 weeks, and Tavla Rivals every 4 days. Most recently, Backgammon Premium was updated on October 24, 2026 and Tavla Rivals on October 24, 2026.

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