Comparison

Samples vs Trivia Arena

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

Head to head
About

Samples

Features
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Think you know music? Prove it. Samples is the ultimate music trivia game where every song has a story. Challenge yourself to identify the original songs behind today's biggest hits, discover legendary samples, and learn how music has inspired generations of artists. Whether you're a casual listener, DJ, producer, or lifelong music fan, every question helps you hear your favorite songs in a whole new way. Features • Discover the original songs behind iconic samples • Test your knowledge across Hip-Hop, R&B, Soul, Pop, and more • Play solo or challenge friends to see who's the true music expert • Multiple difficulty levels for beginners and experts alike • Learn fascinating facts and stories behind every sample • Track your progress and improve your music knowledge over time • New songs, challenges, and content added regularly More than a trivia game, Samples is a fun way to explore music history, uncover hidden connections between artists, and deepen your appreciation for the songs you love. From timeless classics to today's chart-toppers, every question is an opportunity to discover something new. Listen. Learn. Connect the Music. Download Samples today and put your music knowledge to the test.

About

Trivia Arena

Engage in real-time multiplayer trivia where speed and knowledge determine the winner. Compete against others worldwide in various categories, climb leaderboards, and earn daily rewards. Upgrade for an ad-free experience and custom chat options.

Highlights
  • Real-time multiplayer rooms
  • 10 diverse trivia categories
  • Live chat functionality
  • Global leaderboards
  • Daily bonus rewards
  • Play with friends or worldwide players
Features
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Think fast. Type faster. Win the race. Trivia Arena is a real-time multiplayer trivia game where every question is a race — the first player to type the correct answer wins the round. No multiple choice, no guessing games. Just you, your knowledge, and your typing speed against real players. FEATURES • 10 categories: General Knowledge, Sports, Science, History, Art, Geography, Music, Cinema, Technology, and Nature • Real-time multiplayer rooms with live chat • Play with friends or match with players worldwide • Daily bonus rewards and a Lucky Wheel • Global leaderboards — weekly, monthly, and all-time • Platinum membership: ad-free play plus custom chat styles • Available in multiple languages Gather your friends, pick a category, and see who really knows their stuff — fast. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Samples4 screens
Trivia Arena4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Samples at none against Trivia Arena's 8. Samples also leads on ads (none vs shown). Trivia Arena's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly). On price, 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. Trivia Arena sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Samples asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Samples ships an update monthly, Trivia Arena every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Samples versus Trivia Arena: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSamplesTrivia Arena
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.7 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—80.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—7 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 9 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB93 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperSoulblend Games LLCIZZETTIN OZBEY

In-app purchases

None

Samples

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

Trivia Arena

Subscriptions1
  • Platinum – No Ads$2.991 Month
One-time7
  • Starter Gold Pack$0.99
  • Golden Wheel Spin$0.99
  • Chips Small 50k$2.99
Show 4 more
  • Medium Gold Pack$5.99
  • Large Gold Pack$11.99
  • Super Gold Pack$19.99
  • Mega Gold Pack$39.99

Questions

Is Samples free?
Samples is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Trivia Arena free?
Trivia Arena is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Samples or Trivia Arena have ads?
Trivia Arena shows ads; Samples does not.
Which is updated more often, Samples or Trivia Arena?
Samples ships an update monthly, and Trivia Arena every 9 days. Most recently, Samples was updated on October 25, 2026 and Trivia Arena on October 24, 2026.

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