# Marian Solitaire vs Lanterns

The clearest difference is ads: Marian Solitaire at none against Lanterns's shown. On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Marian Solitaire sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Lanterns sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Marian Solitaire against 5.0 for Lanterns. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 9 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Marian Solitaire | Lanterns |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marian-solitaire/id6773117679/reviews) | [5.0 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lanterns-light-up-puzzle/id6802129689/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **9** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Daily |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 82 MB | 151 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Opicury Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/301340982) | [10X Ventures LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1477674715) |

## What reviewers say

### Marian Solitaire

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marian-solitaire/id6773117679)

A classic solitaire card game designed with Catholic values of beauty, thoughtfulness, and simplicity. Enjoy a peaceful gaming experience with readable cards, unique designs, and helpful features like hints and undo, all without advertisements.

**Highlights:** Classic solitaire gameplay, Catholic and liturgical designs, Daily Challenges, Hints and undo functionality, No advertisements, Readable cards

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Marian Premium | $4.99 | one-time |


### Lanterns

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lanterns-light-up-puzzle/id6802129689)

A logic puzzle game where you place lanterns to illuminate every tile on the board. Solve over 10,000 unique puzzles with a daily challenge and a cozy, ad-free experience.

**Highlights:** Logic deduction puzzles, Over 10,000 unique rooms, Daily timed challenges, No countdown in campaign mode, Optional in-app purchases, Ad-free experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pouch of Embers | $1.99 | one-time |
| The Gilded Lantern | $2.99 | one-time |
| Satchel of Embers | $4.99 | one-time |
| Chest of Embers | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Marian Solitaire free?

Marian Solitaire is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Lanterns free?

Lanterns is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Marian Solitaire or Lanterns?

Marian Solitaire and Lanterns are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 5 and 9 ratings respectively.

### Do Marian Solitaire or Lanterns have ads?

Lanterns shows ads; Marian Solitaire does not.

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