Comparison

PG Mahjong vs Mahjong Joy

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

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About

PG Mahjong

Features
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Mahjong - Classic Tile Matching Puzzle Experience the timeless puzzle game of Mahjong Solitaire with stunning 3D tiles and beautiful graphics! Match pairs of identical tiles to clear the board in this relaxing yet challenging puzzle game. BEAUTIFUL 3D TILES • Gorgeous tile designs with realistic shadows and depth • Smooth animations and polished visual effects • Color-coded tiles for easy identification • Crystal-clear symbols that are easy to see 9 UNIQUE BOARD LAYOUTS • Classic - Traditional pyramid layout (Easy) • Turtle - Iconic turtle-shaped board (Easy) • Pyramid - Ancient pyramid design (Medium) • Cross - Challenging cross pattern (Medium) • Diamond - Sparkling diamond shape (Medium) • Tower - Towering structure (Hard) • Fortress - Complex fortress layout (Hard) • Bridge - Architectural bridge design (Hard) • Arena - Ultimate challenge arena (Hard) TRACK YOUR PROGRESS • Games played and games won statistics • Best time records • Fewest moves tracking • Personal achievement milestones HELPFUL GAME FEATURES • Hint system to find matching pairs • Shuffle tiles when stuck • Undo moves to try different strategies • Real-time move counter and timer • Remaining tiles indicator CUSTOMIZABLE EXPERIENCE • Full screen immersive gameplay • Vibration feedback toggle • Save your preferred layout • Automatic game progress saving ACHIEVEMENTS READY The game includes a comprehensive achievement system with 40+ achievements across multiple categories including speed runs, perfect games, win streaks, and layout mastery challenges. POLISHED INTERFACE • Modern Material Design 3 • Smooth gradient backgrounds • Intuitive controls • Easy-to-navigate menus • Clean and elegant design OPTIMIZED FOR ALL DEVICES • Works great in both portrait and landscape • Adaptive tile sizing for perfect fit • Smooth performance on all devices • Minimal battery consumption HOW TO PLAY Match pairs of identical tiles to remove them from the board. Only tiles that are "free" can be selected - a tile is free if it has no tiles on top of it and has at least one free side (left or right). Clear all tiles to win! COMPLETELY FREE • No pay-to-win mechanics • No energy systems or wait timers • Play as much as you want • Supported by non-intrusive ads Whether you're a Mahjong master or new to the game, this beautiful solitaire puzzle offers hours of relaxing entertainment. Download now and start matching tiles! Perfect for: • Puzzle game enthusiasts • Brain training and mental exercise • Relaxation and stress relief • Quick gaming sessions or long play • All ages and skill levels Download Mahjong now and enjoy the classic tile matching puzzle game!

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Mahjong Joy

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Mahjong Joy: Tile Match – Relax, Match & Enjoy! Discover the joy of classic mahjong tile matching! Mahjong Joy: Tile Match brings you a relaxing puzzle experience with beautiful tiles, peaceful scenery, and satisfying challenges. Take a break, clear your mind, and enjoy the timeless fun of mahjong solitaire. HOW TO PLAY - Find and match two identical free tiles. - Clear matching pairs from the board. - Uncover hidden tiles as you progress. - Match all tiles to complete each puzzle. GAME FEATURES - Classic Mahjong Fun – Enjoy easy-to-learn tile matching puzzles. - Beautiful Designs – Explore elegant tiles and calming backgrounds. - Relaxing Gameplay – Play at your own pace and unwind. - Brain-Training Puzzles – Exercise your memory, focus, and logic. - Engaging Levels – Discover new layouts and enjoyable challenges. - Simple Controls – Smooth, intuitive gameplay for everyone. YOUR DAILY MOMENT OF RELAXATION Whether you're enjoying a quiet morning, taking a short break, or relaxing in the evening, Mahjong Joy is the perfect companion. Enjoy a peaceful puzzle journey, sharpen your mind, and discover the simple pleasure of matching tiles. Download Mahjong Joy: Tile Match and start your relaxing mahjong adventure today!

Screenshots

PG Mahjong4 screens
Mahjong Joy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Mahjong Joy at none against PG Mahjong's shown. PG Mahjong's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
PG Mahjong versus Mahjong Joy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPG MahjongMahjong Joy
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 9 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB207 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCeltic Wards, LLC上海爱塔网络技术有限公司

In-app purchases

None

PG Mahjong

No in-app purchases

None

Mahjong Joy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PG Mahjong free?
PG Mahjong is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mahjong Joy free?
Mahjong Joy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PG Mahjong or Mahjong Joy have ads?
PG Mahjong shows ads; Mahjong Joy does not.

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