Comparison

Mahjong Tales vs BrainLine

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

Head to head
About

Mahjong Tales

Experience a modern twist on classic tile matching with beautifully illustrated tiles and layered boards. Uncover hidden elements and strategically clear each puzzle as new mechanics evolve your gameplay.

Highlights
  • Modern tile matching gameplay
  • Beautifully illustrated tiles
  • Layered and evolving puzzle boards
  • Strategic move selection
  • Clever new mechanics
  • Booster usage
Features
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Discover Mahjong in a whole new way. Step into a fresh, modern take on classic tile matching, with beautifully illustrated tiles, layered boards, and clever twists that keep every puzzle feeling new. Match identical tiles, uncover what lies beneath, and choose your moves carefully. As you progress, new mechanics change how you approach each puzzle, encouraging you to think ahead and find the smartest way to clear every board. QUICK PLAY GUIDE • Match Tiles: Find identical pairs and clear them from the board. • Think Ahead: Choose your moves carefully and manage your available space. • Master New Twists: Discover obstacles and mechanics that change how each puzzle plays. • Clear the Board: Make smart choices and use boosters when you need them. BEAUTIFUL BY DESIGN Explore vibrant worlds filled with colorful tiles, charming characters, and polished details. SIMPLE TO START, SATISFYING TO MASTER The rules are easy to learn, while evolving layouts and new mechanics bring fresh challenges as you progress. Whether you love Mahjong, clever puzzles, or games that reward smart decisions, there’s always a new board waiting to be solved. Download now and explore a fresh new world of Mahjong.

About

BrainLine

This minimalist puzzle game challenges you to connect all dots with a single, continuous stroke. Sharpen your logic and spatial reasoning skills with hundreds of levels. Perfect for quick mental breaks.

Highlights
  • Connect all dots in one stroke
  • No retracing lines
  • Hundreds of logic levels
  • Minimalist design
  • Smart hint system
  • One-finger control
Features
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BrainLine is a minimalist puzzle game built around one elegant rule: connect all the dots in a single, continuous stroke. No lifting your finger. No retracing lines. Just pure logic and spatial reasoning. Why You‘ll Love BrainLine: Brain Training – Sharpen your logic, planning, and problem-solving skills with every level. Minimalist Design – Clean, distraction-free visuals that let you focus on the puzzle. One-Finger Control – Simply drag your finger to draw. Easy to learn, hard to master. Hundreds of Levels – From beginner-friendly to expert-level brain teasers. Always a new challenge waiting. Smart Hint System – Stuck? Get just the right nudge to keep you moving forward. How to Play: Look at the dots on the screen. Draw one continuous line connecting all dots. Every dot must be visited. Lines cannot be retraced. Complete the pattern in one stroke to win! Perfect for quick mental breaks during your commute, lunch hour, or any spare moment. Each puzzle takes just seconds to play but offers satisfying depth that keeps you coming back for more. Terms of Use: https://www.iqbrainline.com/one-line-terms Privacy Policy: https://www.iqbrainline.com/mindstroke-privacy Contact Us: MindStrokeTeam@yeah.net Download MindStroke today and give your brain the workout it deserves — one stroke at a time.

Screenshots

Mahjong Tales4 screens
BrainLine4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Mahjong Tales at 4.7 against BrainLine's 3.0. Mahjong Tales also leads on ratings volume (1.3K vs 4). On price, update cadence, 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. Mahjong Tales sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and BrainLine sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Mahjong Tales holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mahjong Tales has 1.3K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mahjong Tales ships an update every 3 days, BrainLine every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Mahjong Tales versus BrainLine: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMahjong TalesBrainLine
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.3K ratings) — better3.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews90.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.3K — better4
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size193 MB80 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperElif Bozdag kuscu紫涵 张

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Mahjong Tales

One-time10
  • Mini Coin Pack$1.99
  • Small Pouch$4.99
  • Fail Offer$4.99
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  • Medium Coin Pack$7.99
  • Silk Pouch$9.99
  • Medium Coin Pack$14.99
  • Large Coin Pack$29.99
  • Ultimate Treasure$39.99
  • Grand Coin Pack$54.99
  • Mega Coin Pack$99.99
10 purchases

BrainLine

Subscriptions10
  • MindStroke Premium7 Days trial$12.997 Days
  • MindStroke Premium7 Days trial$14.997 Days
  • MindStroke Premium7 Days trial$19.997 Days
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  • MindStroke Premium$29.991 Year
  • MindStroke Premium$39.991 Year
  • MindStroke Premium$49.991 Year
  • MindStroke Premium$59.991 Year
  • MindStroke Premium$69.991 Year
  • MindStroke Premium$79.991 Year
  • MindStroke Premium$89.991 Year

Questions

Is Mahjong Tales free?
Mahjong Tales is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BrainLine free?
BrainLine is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mahjong Tales or BrainLine?
Mahjong Tales is rated higher. Mahjong Tales averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while BrainLine averages 3.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Mahjong Tales or BrainLine have ads?
Neither Mahjong Tales nor BrainLine shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mahjong Tales or BrainLine?
Mahjong Tales ships an update every 3 days, and BrainLine every 5 days. Most recently, Mahjong Tales was updated on October 31, 2026 and BrainLine on October 31, 2026.

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