# Gambonanza vs check

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Gambonanza at 2.9K against check's 2. Gambonanza also leads on chart position (#4 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). check's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 77%) and price ($2.99 vs $5.99). On rating, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Gambonanza costs $5.99 and check $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Gambonanza against 5.0 for check. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gambonanza has 2.9K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 77% of Gambonanza's written reviews are positive against 100% of check's.

Gambonanza ships an update every 3 weeks, check every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Gambonanza | check |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $5.99 | **$2.99** |
| Rating | [4.9 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gambonanza/id6747752407/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/check-minimal-chess/id6753896421/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.9K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 77.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#4** | — |
| Size | 155 MB | 88 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Stray Fawn Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1539018462) | [Arjun Mahanti](https://appshunter.io/developer/1028057606) |

## What reviewers say

### Gambonanza

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gambonanza/id6747752407)

**Currently charting:** #4 Top Paid · Board, #25 Top Paid · Strategy, #68 Top Paid · Games, #110 Top Paid (US App Store)

Experience a unique turn-based chess roguelike with a twist. Master tactical combos, invest winnings, and discover rule-bending abilities on a dynamic board. Face challenging bosses and explore endless strategic possibilities.

**Highlights:** Snackable, high-impact runs, 150+ rule-bending Gambits, Dynamic reserve system, Strategic board upgrades, Epic boss battles, Retro aesthetic and quirky ambiance, Mini-games for power boosts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Game Controller support, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### check

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/check-minimal-chess/id6753896421)

A streamlined chess application for playing live games, practicing tactics, and reviewing matches. Offers customizable clocks and board themes for a focused experience.

**Highlights:** Live online games, Computer challenges, Local multiplayer, Tactical puzzles, Game review, Customizable chess clock, Board themes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Gambonanza free?

Gambonanza costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is check free?

check costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Gambonanza or check?

check is rated higher. Gambonanza averages 4.9 out of 5 from 2.9K ratings, while check averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Gambonanza or check have ads?

Neither Gambonanza nor check shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Gambonanza or check?

Gambonanza ships an update every 3 weeks, and check every 2 weeks. Most recently, Gambonanza was updated on October 26, 2026 and check on October 24, 2026.

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