Comparison

TicStack vs TicTacToe GO

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

Head to head
About

TicStack

Features
Read full description

Strategic · Multiplayer · Free · No Ads Think you’ve mastered Tic Tac Toe? Think again. Welcome to TicStack – the next evolution of the classic XO game you love, now enhanced with strategy, stacking, and real-time competition — without any ads. TicStack brings a completely new dimension to Tic Tac Toe gameplay. Each player must think several steps ahead, using limited pieces of different sizes to dominate the board. Larger pieces can stack over smaller ones! Challenge players around the world in fast-paced online 1v1 matches, or practice your strategy against friends in local play. Compete for glory with our global Elo ranking system. Every victory brings you closer to the top! Customize your experience with colorful animated bird avatars and smooth, responsive design. TicStack is lightweight, quick to play, and always free of annoying ads. --- # Key Features: - Strategic Tic Tac Toe gameplay with stacking mechanics - Real-time online multiplayer - Elo-based global rankings - Fun, animated avatars and clean UI - No ads, no distractions — just pure gameplay --- Ready to stack, strategize, and conquer? Download TicStack today and join the next generation of Tic Tac Toe players! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

TicTacToe GO

Features
Read full description

Tic Tac Toe × Ring (Otrio) × 4-in-a-Row — 4 modes in one app. The definitive Tic Tac Toe experience. Play with family, friends, or challenge the CPU solo. All offline, all free. 【4 GAME MODES】 ■ Classic 3x3 The original XO game. Simple rules, timeless fun. ■ Classic 6x6 A larger 6x6 board where 4-in-a-row wins. More strategy, more depth. ■ Ring Mode (Otrio) A fresh new mode using 3 sizes of stackable rings. Unique rules, new tactics. ■ 4-in-a-Row Mode (NEW) A gravity-based connect-style mode. Drop pieces and align 4 vertically, horizontally, or diagonally. Simple yet deep gameplay. 【FEATURES】 - Offline play — no internet required - 4 CPU difficulty levels (Easy / Normal / Hard / Very Hard) - Play with family, friends, or solo against CPU - Safe and fun for all ages - Intuitive controls - Clean, distraction-free design - Customizable theme colors - Pick up and play anytime The definitive Tic Tac Toe experience — download and enjoy 4 modes today.

Screenshots

TicStack4 screens
TicTacToe GO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TicTacToe GO at none against TicStack's 2. TicTacToe GO also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). TicStack's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence 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. TicStack sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. TicTacToe GO asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TicStack ships an update every 2 months, TicTacToe GO every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
TicStack versus TicTacToe GO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTicStackTicTacToe GO
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.113.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYurii SolomakhaTakehiko Miyamoto

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TicStack

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Pro Annual7 Days trial$7.991 Year
None

TicTacToe GO

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TicStack free?
TicStack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TicTacToe GO free?
TicTacToe GO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TicStack or TicTacToe GO have ads?
TicTacToe GO shows ads; TicStack does not.
Which is updated more often, TicStack or TicTacToe GO?
TicStack ships an update every 2 months, and TicTacToe GO every 6 weeks. Most recently, TicStack was updated on October 25, 2026 and TicTacToe GO on October 28, 2026.

Other comparisons