Comparison

Chaukar vs VOKMeld

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

Head to head
About

Chaukar

Features
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Discover Chaukar—the authentic, ancient Indian board game of strategy and skill! Step back in time and experience the ultimate traditional board game right on your mobile screen. Chaukar (also known in various regions as Chowka Bhara, Ashta Chamma, or Chowka Ashta) is a classic multiplayer game deeply rooted in heritage. Roll the cowrie shells, plan your moves, and race your tokens to the center to claim victory! Whether you want to relive childhood memories or challenge your strategic mind, Chaukar brings the perfect blend of luck, strategy, and tradition. EXCITING GAME MODES Tailor your gameplay to match your style with two distinct modes: • Classic Mode (Easy & Relaxed): Perfect for casual play, beginners, or a relaxing game night. Enjoy the traditional flow of the game at your own pace. • Master Mode (Challenging & Competitive): For true strategists! In this mode, you must successfully capture at least one opponent's token to enter the inner rings. Block your rivals, plan your captures, and prove your mastery. HOW TO PLAY Chaukar is easy to learn but deeply strategic: • The Board: Played on a distinct grid layout with unique safe zones marked with an 'X'. • The Roll: Roll the traditional virtual cowrie shells to determine your steps. • The Objective: Navigate all 4 of your tokens along a spiral path toward the central safety zone. KEY FEATURES Complete Offline Gameplay No internet? No problem! Enjoy the full experience entirely offline. Play anytime, anywhere—whether you are traveling, commuting, or in a low-network zone. Local Multiplayer & Smart Bots • Pass & Play: Gather your family and friends around a single screen for authentic, old-school game nights. • Challenging AI Bots: No opponent around? Challenge our smart, adaptive AI bots to hone your strategic skills. Stunning Visual Themes Switch up your vibe! Choose from multiple beautifully crafted themes ranging from ancient royal parchment and traditional wooden boards to sleek, modern aesthetics. Immersive Audio Experience Feel the game come alive with crisp, satisfying sound effects—from the authentic rattle of rolling cowrie shells to dramatic capture sounds.

About

VOKMeld

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VOKMeld is a classic board game with dice. Roll the dice, move your pieces around the board, and try to get them to the finish before your opponents. Your opponents are controlled by bots, so you don't need other players — you can start a new game at any time. Before starting a game, you can adjust the settings and choose your preferred game board. Simple and familiar rules let you start playing right away, while random dice rolls make every game a little different. FEATURES • Play against bots • Customize game settings • Classic dice-based board game mechanics • Modern 3D game board • Simple and intuitive interface • Quickly start a new game Choose your settings, roll the dice, and get your pieces to the finish before your opponents.

Screenshots

Chaukar4 screens
VOKMeld4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: VOKMeld at weekly against Chaukar's every 3 weeks. Chaukar's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads, 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chaukar ships an update every 3 weeks, VOKMeld weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Chaukar versus VOKMeld: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChaukarVOKMeld
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size176 MB192 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGaurav HargudeDigiMeld UG (haftungsbeschränkt)

In-app purchases

None

Chaukar

No in-app purchases

None

VOKMeld

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Chaukar free?
Chaukar is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VOKMeld free?
VOKMeld is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Chaukar or VOKMeld have ads?
Neither Chaukar nor VOKMeld shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Chaukar or VOKMeld?
Chaukar ships an update every 3 weeks, and VOKMeld weekly. Most recently, Chaukar was updated on October 31, 2026 and VOKMeld on November 6, 2026.

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