Comparison

Chkobba vs Tarneeb!

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

Head to head
About

Chkobba

Experience the classic Tunisian card game, Chkobba, on your mobile device. Play solo against AI or challenge friends online in real-time. Learn the capture mechanics and aim for a "Chkobba" to score bonus points.

Highlights
  • Authentic Tunisian Chkobba rules
  • Smart AI for solo play
  • Real-time online multiplayer
  • Private room codes for friends
  • Clean, intuitive interface
  • Play in your language
Features
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Chkobba is the iconic Tunisian card game, now in your pocket. Whether you're keeping the tradition alive or discovering it for the first time, Chkobba delivers an authentic experience with smooth gameplay and a modern feel. GAME MODES - Solo — Play against an AI opponent anytime, anywhere - Online Multiplayer — Create a private room, share the code with friends, and play together in real time HOW TO PLAY Chkobba is a classic capture card game played with an Italian-suited deck. Capture cards from the table by matching or summing their values. Pull off a "Chkobba" — clearing the entire table — to earn bonus points. The player with the most points wins! FEATURES - Authentic Tunisian Chkobba rules - Smart AI for solo play - Real-time online multiplayer with room codes - Clean, intuitive interface - Play in your language Perfect for Tunisian diaspora staying connected to their roots, families looking for a shared game night, or anyone curious about North African card game culture.

About

Tarneeb!

Experience the classic Arabic trick-taking card game offline. Play against intelligent AI opponents, bid strategically, and master the rules of this beloved partnership game. Enjoy a seamless experience designed for one-handed play.

Highlights
  • Intelligent AI opponents
  • Full traditional Tarneeb rules
  • Offline play
  • One-handed design
  • In-app tutorial
  • Customizable card backs
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Tarneeb is the classic trick-taking card game beloved across Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Palestine, and the wider Arab world — now on your iPhone. Play the full traditional Tarneeb experience — solo against three intelligent AI opponents, or ONLINE WITH FRIENDS in private rooms. Bid, choose your trump, and outplay the table trick by trick in the partnership card game generations have grown up on. No account required — solo play even works offline. Just deal and play. HOW TO PLAY You and your partner face two opponents. Read your hand, place your bid (7 to 13), and the highest bidder names the trump suit. Win the tricks you promised to score points — fall short and you go back. First side to 31 takes the game. FEATURES • Online multiplayer — create a private room, share the 6-character code, and play with friends anywhere; AI fills any empty seats • Full Arabic support — a complete right-to-left interface; switch languages instantly in Settings • Intelligent AI that counts cards, remembers what's been played, and partners with you strategically • Full Tarneeb rules: bids from 7–13, trump suit selection, trick-by-trick scoring • A clear "your turn" indicator and refined card-play UX so you always know when and what you can play • Satisfying trick animations — winning cards sweep toward the player who took the trick • Clean in-game display showing bid progress and the running score to 31 • Three card-back designs to personalise your table • Complete in-app tutorial that walks you through bidding, trump, and scoring • Designed for one-handed play on any iPhone size • Dark table design that's easy on the eyes for long sessions FREE TO PLAY Tarneeb is completely free, supported by occasional ads that are paced to stay out of your way. Tracking is always your choice — deny it and you'll simply see non-personalised ads. AUTHENTIC GAMEPLAY Every rule, bid, and scoring detail follows the Tarneeb you already know from family game nights. Whether you're a lifelong player or just learning, the table is set — sit down and play.

Screenshots

Chkobba4 screens
Tarneeb!4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Tarneeb! at 5.0 against Chkobba's 3.0. Tarneeb! also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported). Chkobba's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Tarneeb! holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chkobba ships an update every 3 days, Tarneeb! weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Chkobba versus Tarneeb!: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChkobbaTarneeb!
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings12 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterWeekly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJasser OuniTaher Abouzeid

Customer experience

Chkobba

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

Tarneeb!

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Chkobba

No in-app purchases

None

Tarneeb!

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Chkobba free?
Chkobba is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tarneeb! free?
Tarneeb! is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Chkobba or Tarneeb!?
Tarneeb! is rated higher. Chkobba averages 3.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Tarneeb! averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Chkobba or Tarneeb! have ads?
Both Chkobba and Tarneeb! show ads.
Which is updated more often, Chkobba or Tarneeb!?
Chkobba ships an update every 3 days, and Tarneeb! weekly. Most recently, Chkobba was updated on October 9, 2026 and Tarneeb! on October 3, 2026.

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