Comparison

Big Ben Solitaire vs FreeCell Unlocked

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

Head to head
About

Big Ben Solitaire

A unique card game inspired by Big Ben, challenging players to build twelve ascending foundations around a clock dial. Enjoy smooth controls and a compelling challenge without needing an internet connection. This private game offers a fresh take on classic solitaire mechanics.

Highlights
  • Unique clock-themed foundation building
  • Classic solitaire mechanics
  • Smooth tap or drag controls
  • Offline play supported
  • Private, no data collection
Features
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Climb to new heights with Big Ben Solitaire, a unique and engaging card game that blends classic solitaire mechanics with a clever twist. Inspired by the iconic clock tower, this game challenges you to build twelve ascending foundations around Big Ben’s dial. Smooth, intuitive controls with tap or drag options. Whether you're a card game connoisseur or just looking for something fresh, Big Ben Solitaire delivers a classy and compelling challenge. No Internet connection is ever needed. After you install the app :) Private - no tracking, no data collection of any kind.

About

FreeCell Unlocked

Experience a modern take on FreeCell with shareable games and multiple rule variants. Compete daily on leaderboards or enjoy a calm, ad-free experience. Customize your look with optional cosmetic packs.

Highlights
  • Shareable game deals with move history
  • Multiple rule sets including variable free cells
  • Daily challenges with global leaderboards
  • Ad-free and private by default
  • Optional cosmetic customization packs
  • Readable design for phones and tablets
Features
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FreeCell Unlocked is a modern, calm, mobile-first take on FreeCell. No ads. No subscriptions. No dark patterns. One-time optional cosmetic packs if you want to support development — never required. EVERY GAME IS SHAREABLE What makes FreeCell Unlocked different is that every deal you play becomes a short share key — a compact code that captures the deal *and* the moves you made on it. Send it to a friend and they replay the exact same game. Use it to file a perfect bug report. Use it to challenge someone to beat your time. Open any replay in the scrubber to pause, step forward and back, and look at any position. UNLOCKED FROM THE SINGLE-RULESET STRAITJACKET Most FreeCell apps ship one rule set. FreeCell Unlocked ships a difficulty surface: - Classic FreeCell (4 free cells, the rules you know) - Variable Free Cells (1, 2, 3, or 5 — easier or harder, your call) - Hard Mode (free cells are transit-only, no parking) - Hidden Rows (face-down cards at column bottoms) DAILY CHALLENGE A new deal every day. Compete on the global leaderboard, or just chase your own streak. Your record is preserved across devices when you sign in. Plus separate leaderboards for each mode — the hard-mode crowd has somewhere to compete, and the casual crowd isn't outranked by it. DESIGNED TO BE READABLE Big, clear card faces. High-contrast suits. Comfortable on a phone, beautiful on a tablet. Built for players who want to see the cards, not squint at them. NO ADS, EVER Not a free trial. Not "ad-supported with a paid removal." The base game is free and stays free. Optional cosmetic packs (themed card backs, faces, table felts) are voluntary support — they exist to keep the lights on, not to gate the game. PRIVATE BY DEFAULT No analytics SDKs. No tracking. No advertising IDs. The only data we collect is what's needed to run the leaderboard and (optionally) sync your progress across devices. See the privacy policy for the full list. SHARE ANY DEAL. RULE VARIANTS. CALM, MODERN POLISH. NO ADS.

Screenshots

Big Ben Solitaire1 screens
FreeCell Unlocked4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: FreeCell Unlocked at every 9 days against Big Ben Solitaire's every 11 months. FreeCell Unlocked also leads on ratings volume (5 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.4). Big Ben Solitaire's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Big Ben Solitaire sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and FreeCell Unlocked sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Big Ben Solitaire holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FreeCell Unlocked has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Big Ben Solitaire ships an update every 11 months, FreeCell Unlocked every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Big Ben Solitaire versus FreeCell Unlocked: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBig Ben SolitaireFreeCell Unlocked
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.8 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings15 — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB148 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVlad FeinsteinBNEGames LLC

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Big Ben Solitaire

One-time3
  • Thank you!$0.99
  • Thank you very much!$2.99
  • Support tip$9.99
3 purchases

FreeCell Unlocked

One-time3
  • Supporter Tip$0.99
  • Supporter Pack$4.99
  • Patron Pack$14.99

Questions

Is Big Ben Solitaire free?
Big Ben Solitaire is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FreeCell Unlocked free?
FreeCell Unlocked is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Big Ben Solitaire or FreeCell Unlocked?
Big Ben Solitaire is rated higher. Big Ben Solitaire averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while FreeCell Unlocked averages 4.8 from 5 ratings.
Do Big Ben Solitaire or FreeCell Unlocked have ads?
Neither Big Ben Solitaire nor FreeCell Unlocked shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Big Ben Solitaire or FreeCell Unlocked?
Big Ben Solitaire ships an update every 11 months, and FreeCell Unlocked every 9 days. Most recently, Big Ben Solitaire was updated on October 30, 2026 and FreeCell Unlocked on November 5, 2026.

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