Comparison

Card Kings vs Elf Tiles

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

Head to head
About

Card Kings

A festive, mahjong-inspired triple tile matching game with over 1000 levels. Enjoy holiday-themed tiles and winter wonderland puzzles, playable online or offline.

Highlights
  • Mahjong-inspired triple tile matching
  • Over 1000 puzzle levels
  • Festive holiday tiles and themes
  • Winter Wonderland levels
  • Offline play supported
  • Easy to learn, hard to master
Features
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Ho Ho Ho! The Card Kings Holiday Update is Here! Get ready for a super festive yet challenging mahjong-inspired triple tile matching game! The halls are decked, the tiles are wrapped, and the Kings and Queens are ready for a Christmas feast of puzzles. Think you have what it takes to become the next Tile Master Legend this holiday season? Unwrap a brand new way to play and dive into hours of merry tile-matching fun! Special Holiday Features: Festive New Tiles: Match sparkling ornaments, candy canes, Santa hats, and special holiday card designs! Winter Wonderland Levels: Journey through brand new, snow-filled puzzles designed to test your brainpower. Seasonal Cheer: Enjoy a cozy, relaxing Christmas atmosphere while you play. Core Game Features: Easy to play, hard to master – fun for all ages, from grandkids to grandparents! Over 1000+ puzzle levels to keep you hooked through the New Year. Unique card themes featuring Aces, Kings, Queens, and now—Santa! Perfect time-killer for short breaks between gift wrapping or long holiday travel sessions. Play anytime, anywhere – online or offline, no Wi-Fi needed under the tree. Refresh and addictive gameplay that never gets old. Music by: Producer.Ai (now with extra jingle bells!) Are you ready to match, clear, and conquer your way to the top of the "Nice List"? Challenge yourself and become the ultimate Christmas Tile Match Champion! Download now – Card Kings: Tile Match and let the festive triple-matching madness begin! Happy Holidays!

About

Elf Tiles

This holiday-themed puzzle game challenges players to strategically stack and match Christmas tiles to clear the board. With hundreds of levels, powerful boosters, and beautiful visuals, it offers a fresh take on match-3 gameplay.

Highlights
  • Stack-based tile matching
  • 40+ Christmas-themed tiles
  • Powerful boosters (Hint, Shuffle, Undo)
  • Progressive difficulty levels
  • Stunning Christmas visuals
  • Immersive audio and haptics
  • Multi-language support
Features
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Join the elves in their workshop and master the most addictive match-3 puzzle game this holiday season! Elf Tiles combines classic matching mechanics with innovative stack-based gameplay that will challenge your strategic thinking and keep you coming back for more. HOW TO PLAY: Tap visible tiles on the board to add them to your stack. Match 3 tiles of the same type in your stack to clear them and make room for more! Your goal is simple: clear ALL tiles from the board to win. But be careful - if your stack fills up completely, it's game over! Plan your moves strategically, as tiles are layered - only fully visible tiles can be tapped. Remove top tiles to reveal hidden treasures underneath! KEY FEATURES: 40+ Beautiful Christmas Tiles Collect and match adorable holiday-themed tiles including gingerbread men, candy canes, ornaments, snowflakes, Christmas trees, stockings, wreaths, presents, bells, stars, reindeer, Santa hats, snowmen, nutcrackers, and so much more! Each tile is beautifully designed to bring the magic of Christmas to your screen. Innovative Stack-Based Matching Unlike traditional match-3 games, Elf Tiles uses a unique stack mechanic. Strategically build your stack by matching tiles of the same type together. When you collect 3 matching tiles, they automatically clear, making space for more tiles. This fresh take on puzzle gameplay adds a new layer of strategy and excitement! Powerful Boosters & Effects • Hint - Find the most common tile type and clear 3 tiles automatically • Shuffle - Mix up all tiles on the board for a fresh perspective • Undo - Reverse your last move and fix mistakes • Extra Slot - Expand your stack capacity (one-time use) • Continue - When you're about to lose, clear 2 tile types to keep playing Progressive Difficulty Start with simple puzzles and work your way through hundreds of challenging stages. Each level introduces new tile combinations, larger boards, and more complex layouts. The difficulty scales perfectly to keep you engaged from beginner to expert! Stunning Visuals & Environments Immerse yourself in beautiful Christmas-themed environments with charming graphics and smooth animations. Every tile, every effect, and every stage is crafted with care to create a magical holiday experience. Immersive Audio & Haptics Feel every match with satisfying haptic feedback. Enjoy festive sound effects and music that enhance the holiday atmosphere. Customize your experience with adjustable audio settings. Multi-Language Support Play in your preferred language! Elf Tiles supports English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Korean, Portuguese, and Russian. Shop & Progression Earn rewards, unlock new stages, and progress through an engaging progression system. Collect currencies and use them strategically to enhance your gameplay experience. PERFECT FOR: • Puzzle game enthusiasts looking for something fresh • Match-3 fans who want a new challenge • Casual gamers seeking relaxing gameplay • Strategy lovers who enjoy planning ahead • Christmas and holiday game collectors • Anyone who loves brain teasers and puzzle games WHY PLAYERS LOVE ELF TILES: • Unique stack-based matching mechanic you won't find elsewhere • Beautiful Christmas theme that brings holiday cheer year-round • Free to play with rewarding progression system • Satisfying progression through hundreds of levels • Strategic depth that rewards careful planning • Perfect for quick sessions or extended play • Family-friendly fun for all ages DOWNLOAD NOW AND START YOUR ELF ADVENTURE! Whether you're a puzzle game veteran or new to match-3 games, Elf Tiles offers the perfect blend of familiar mechanics and innovative gameplay. Challenge yourself to clear every stage, master the stack mechanics, and experience the magic of Christmas with every match! Join thousands of players who have discovered their new favorite puzzle game. Download Elf Tiles today and let the matching begin!

Screenshots

Card Kings4 screens
Elf Tiles4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Elf Tiles at 5.0 against Card Kings's 4.5. Card Kings's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. Card Kings sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Elf Tiles sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Elf Tiles holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Card Kings ships an update every 3 weeks, Elf Tiles every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Card Kings versus Elf Tiles: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCard KingsElf Tiles
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size133 MB257 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKaushik PoriaPoolhouse Games

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Card Kings

One-time6
  • No Ads$0.99
  • 150 Coins$0.99
  • 450 Coins$1.49
Show 3 more
  • 1000 Coins$2.99
  • Starter Pack$2.99
  • PowerUps Pack$2.99
7 purchases

Elf Tiles

One-time7
  • 400 Coins$0.99
  • 800 Coins$1.99
  • 1,600 Coins$3.99
Show 4 more
  • 3,360 Coins$7.99
  • No Forced Ads$9.99
  • 7,040 Coins$15.99
  • 14,720 Coins$31.99

Questions

Is Card Kings free?
Card Kings is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Elf Tiles free?
Elf Tiles is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Card Kings or Elf Tiles?
Elf Tiles is rated higher. Card Kings averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Elf Tiles averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Card Kings or Elf Tiles have ads?
Both Card Kings and Elf Tiles show ads.
Which is updated more often, Card Kings or Elf Tiles?
Card Kings ships an update every 3 weeks, and Elf Tiles every 10 days. Most recently, Card Kings was updated on October 25, 2026 and Elf Tiles on October 28, 2026.

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