Comparison

Mahjong Ming vs Mahjong

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

Head to head
About

Mahjong Ming

This game offers a peaceful mahjong solitaire experience with extra-large, easy-to-read tiles and simple controls. It provides daily brain puzzles and a relaxing atmosphere without timers or pressure, making it ideal for adults and seniors.

Highlights
  • Extra-large, high-contrast tiles
  • Senior-friendly interface
  • Daily brain puzzles
  • Unlimited hints and undo
  • Relaxing atmosphere with soothing audio
  • Phone and tablet support
Features
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Enjoy Mahjong Ming, a relaxing mahjong solitaire game for adults and seniors. Match extra-large Chinese tiles, clear the board, and enjoy daily brain puzzles at your own pace. Large, high-contrast tiles and simple controls make every session easy to follow. Discover a peaceful take on classic Shanghai solitaire, designed with readability and comfort in mind. With easy-to-read tiles and a clean interface, you can focus on finding pairs and enjoying each puzzle. WHY MAHJONG MING? EXTRA-LARGE, EASY-TO-READ TILES Enjoy extra-large Chinese tiles with clear designs and high contrast. The clean, intuitive interface keeps navigation simple, so you can spend more time matching tiles and less time figuring out the controls. MADE FOR ADULTS AND SENIORS Whether you're new to mahjong solitaire or a longtime player, enjoy a welcoming experience with simple controls and easy-to-follow gameplay. Match pairs, explore new layouts, and play at a pace that feels comfortable. DAILY BRAIN TRAINING Make time for a little mental exercise with a new Shanghai tile puzzle every day. Look for matching pairs, remember tile positions, and use logic to work through each layout. Turn your daily puzzle into a relaxing routine. A ZEN AND RELAXING JOURNEY Step into the Garden of Wisdom and enjoy soothing backgrounds and calming sounds. No timers, no pressure. Take your time, consider your next move, and unwind one pair at a time. CLASSIC SHANGHAI SOLITAIRE Enjoy the familiar mahjong solitaire rules you love with smooth, modern controls. Find pairs of matching available tiles and clear the board. Easy to learn, with satisfying challenges for beginners and experienced players alike. KEY FEATURES • Extra-Large Tiles: Large, high-contrast Chinese tiles make matching pairs easy to follow. • Senior-Friendly Design: A clean interface and simple navigation for comfortable play. • Daily Challenges: Discover a new tile puzzle every day and keep your streak going. • Helpful Tools: Use unlimited hints and undo options to work through tricky layouts. • Relaxing Atmosphere: Enjoy peaceful scenery and soothing audio as you play. • Phone and Tablet Support: Match tiles on your phone or enjoy a larger view on your tablet. Whether you're looking for daily brain puzzles or a quiet moment to yourself, Mahjong Ming brings together classic tile matching, comfortable design, and relaxing gameplay. Start matching, clear your next board, and enjoy a little time for yourself with Mahjong Ming!

About

Mahjong

Features
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Minimal use of ads. Mahjong-Flow is a fast-paced twist on classic Mahjong. Forget traditional rules — this is a competitive, real-time puzzle where every move creates a chain reaction. Push tiles into your board, trigger cascades, and take control of the flow. How it works - Insert tiles into columns based on their value - Push tiles out and create chain reactions - Keep control by playing your suit - Outmaneuver your opponent and complete your board first Features - Unique “push & flow” Mahjong gameplay - Fast matches and strategic decisions - Play against AI or future multiplayer modes - Clean, tactile board design inspired by real tiles

Screenshots

Mahjong Ming4 screens
Mahjong3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mahjong at none against Mahjong Ming's 10. Mahjong Ming's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Mahjong Ming sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Mahjong asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mahjong Ming ships an update weekly, Mahjong monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Mahjong Ming versus Mahjong: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMahjong MingMahjong
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (5.2K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews93.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings5.2K — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterMonthly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size189 MB139 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEtermaxRoberto Nunez Sanchez

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Mahjong Ming

One-time10
  • Small Offer$1.99
  • Starter Pack$2.99
  • Shuffle$2.99
Show 7 more
  • Hint$2.99
  • Undo$2.99
  • Minishop Offer - Medium$3.99
  • Remove Ads$5.99
  • Minishop Offer - Best Value$6.99
  • Super Bundle$11.99
  • Mega Bundle$23.99
None

Mahjong

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mahjong Ming free?
Mahjong Ming is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mahjong free?
Mahjong is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Mahjong Ming or Mahjong have ads?
Both Mahjong Ming and Mahjong show ads.
Which is updated more often, Mahjong Ming or Mahjong?
Mahjong Ming ships an update weekly, and Mahjong monthly. Most recently, Mahjong Ming was updated on November 7, 2026 and Mahjong on October 31, 2026.

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