Queens vs Queens by JL
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Queens
A calming logic puzzle game inspired by classic grid challenges. Solve intricate puzzles using pure deduction without any guesswork. Offers a relaxing experience with thoughtful levels and a clean design.
- Classic Queens-style logic puzzles
- Inspired by Sudoku and Minesweeper deduction
- Daily Challenge mode
- Multiple board sizes
- Clean and relaxing Zen design
- Smart hint system
- Play offline
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Queens is a calm and satisfying logic puzzle game inspired by classic grid puzzles like Sudoku and Minesweeper. Enjoy a clean Queens-style challenge where every puzzle is solved through pure logic, not guessing. With simple rules, relaxing visuals, and thoughtful levels, Queens is easy to learn and rewarding to master. How to Play ● Place exactly One queen in each row. ● Place exactly One queen in each column. ● Place exactly One queen in each colored region. ● Queens cannot touch, even diagonally. ● Use logic and deduction to find the only solution. Key Features ● Classic Queens-style logic puzzles ● Inspired by Sudoku and Minesweeper-style deduction ● Daily Challenge ● Multiple board sizes ● Clean and relaxing Zen design ● Smart hint system ● Smooth controls and clear visuals ● Play offline ● No timer, no pressure ● Thousands of free puzzles Train your brain, relax your mind, and enjoy a fresh logic grid challenge every day with Queens.
Queens by JL
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A minimalist puzzle that grew on chess players and Sudoku fans alike. Place one queen in every row, every column, and every coloured region — but never two queens that touch, even diagonally. The board changes every game: random sizes from 5×5 to 11×11, shuffled regions, three difficulty levels. FEATURES • Random puzzles every game; never the same twice • Six smart hint detectors that explain WHY a move is wrong, not just THAT it is • Three difficulties (Easy, Medium, Hard) with adjusted region cohesion • Score formula that rewards speed and economy on hints • Personal records per grid size • Tap-cycle controls (empty → mark → queen) plus drag-to-mark • 40-step undo if you change your mind • Multi Language support • Dark, focused interface designed for one-handed play • Optional hint top-ups and ad-free upgrade; both completely optional A puzzle by JL-Forge.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: Queens at 3 against Queens by JL's 1. Queens also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Queens sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Queens by JL sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Queens | Queens by JL |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (14 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 14 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 146 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Beijing PixelDian Technology Co., Ltd. | Joey Leise |
In-app purchases
Queens
- Hint Pack 1$0.99
- Hint Pack 2$1.99
- Hint Pack 3$4.99
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- Remove Forced Ads$6.99
- Hint Pack 4$9.99
Queens by JL
- 25 Hints$0.99
- Remove Ads$1.99
- 50 Hints$1.99








